[sdiy] Linear vs audio taper

[R. D. Davis]

Quothe Travis Shire, from writings of Fri, Oct 14, 2005 at 09:58:44PM -0700:

> Getting ready to order pots for my 3394 project synth. Should I be
>using linear taper types for most panel accessable pots? I would
>assume so but thought I'd ask before I place an order.

It depends upon what their function is.  E.g., volume controls require
the use of audio taper pots. since our response to increases in sound
pressure levels follows a logarithmic curve.  On the other hand, if
you're controlling something like an oscillator's frequency, you'd
want to use linear taper pots.

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