SODDY Criteria (was Re: [sdiy] Soddy humor and beyond)

[Tim Parkhurst]

Well, since you all asked...

In order of influence - 
Originality: Breaking new ground is always good.

Creativity: Clever solutions to problems is the hallmark of a good DIY
project.

Usefulness: Is this something that has a wide range of application in
electronic music?

Availability: How easy is this to replicate? Also, price plays a minor role
here. There are some very impressive, and very expensive projects here, and
I can't help but think the expensive ones are out of reach for many DIYers. 

Degree of difficulty: Sometimes a simple project is the best, but it's hard
not to be impressed by a complicated project that is pulled off well.

Personal Favorite: Hard to ignore a project that appeals to you, but try to
think if it will also be something used and enjoyed by other DIYers.

Cheers!

Tim (My Mum's personal favorite) Servo

"A great many of our Americans, who are well-intentioned enough, have
nevertheless so gotten out of the habit of thinking." - Charles H.
Parkhurst, DD 

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