[sdiy] Getting started with Spice simulation

[Tom Wiltshire]

Hi All,

If I want to have a go at getting into spice simulation, what's the best way to start?

I've downloaded a free copy of LTSpice, which I can run on my electronics PC, but I'd rather have something on my Mac Laptop. Is there anything comparable?

Does anybody know any good "learning spice" tutorial sites I should visit? How much do the different versions vary?

I'd like to be able to try out analog synth designs without having to build them - or at least to get a flavour. For digital stuff, I can knock up a bit of software to see how it might sound anyway, so it's mostly for analog. I'd thought to begin by experimenting with the TR909 bass drum circuit.

Thanks for any pointers,
Tom