[sdiy] Ideal project for a cloning newbie?

[Tim Parkhurst]

On Dec 6, 2007 1:43 PM, John C <johnc909 at comcast.net> wrote:
>
> Hi Synth-diy'ers,
>
> I'm looking to get into cloning vintage synths from schematics available
> from the web, but my experience is somewhat limited and I would like
> some advice as to where to begin.  My electronics experience consists of
> building a few MOTM and Oakley modules, and I find I can be diligent
> enough to build from kits fairly easily.
>
> I'm thinking about building an Oberheim SEM box as my first project, but
> maybe that's overly ambitious?  What caveats need consideration along
> the way of completing a cloning project?
>
> Thanks!
> - -John

If you're new to electronics and want to start making some noise, I'd
personally recommend you put together a modular system. It sounds like
you've already got a few modules, so why not simply continue to build
on that system? The nice thing about a modular is that it can be as
big or small as your time and budget allow, whereas a single large
project like a clone of an entire synth demands a fair amount of
commitment (if you want to finish it). There are literally hundreds of
schematics, parts and kits for modules out there, so you'll have a
very wide range of things to choose from.

Just my $US0.02


Tim (send in the clones) Servo

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