[sdiy] I want to start building audio stuff. What parts should I get?

[cheater00 .]

Right guys, Jameco and Mouser are good, but it's not about where to
get the parts, but what actual parts to get. What do you suggest?

D.

On Tue, May 28, 2013 at 8:23 PM, Nugent, Allison C. (NIH/NIMH) [E]
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> On May 28, 2013, at 11:15 AM, "Nugent, Allison C. (NIH/NIMH) [E]" <nugenta at mail.nih.gov> wrote:
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>> Jameco has everything.
>>
>> So does Mouser.  Mouser is sometimes better if you want small quantities of things.
>>
>> A
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>> From: cheater00 . [mailto:cheater00 at gmail.com]
>> Sent: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 01:54 PM
>> To: synth-diy <synth-diy at dropmix.xs4all.nl>
>> Subject: [sdiy] I want to start building audio stuff. What parts should I    get?
>>
>> Hi guys,
>> I want to put more emphasis on building whole circuits rather than
>> tuning and repairing existing ones and so I was wondering if someone
>> could help me out. I've got the gear but I don't have the resources -
>> that is, I'm missing the parts to build circuits with. I would like to
>> build things like filters (diode/transistor ladder, SVF), small line
>> amps, oscillators, etc. Other than a rich supply of ssm2164's, what do
>> you guys suggest I get? I'd like to make one big order from
>> reichelt/mouser/etc so that I don't have to buy and wait every few
>> days and get stalled over and over.
>>
>> I'm sure a lot of people are in my situation, so maybe this could be a
>> good place for them to look for ideas. Or maybe there's a guide like
>> this already?
>>
>> Here's an ad-hoc list of stuff I'd like to build:
>> - general modular synth stuff, so the usual: VCAs, LFOs, VCOs, VCFs,
>> ring modulators, etc.
>> - distortions/fuzzes
>> - build some cool circuits with op amps, transistors, diodes, OTAs,
>> VCAs (be it amps/distortions, or filters)
>> - small power supplies for the above
>> - small preamps and line drivers
>> - simple Z80 based circuits
>> - equalizers
>> - LC, LR, RC, LRC filters, wien bridge osc, stuff like that
>>
>> The idea is to identify a parts list that's going to be enough for
>> longer experimentation. Assume there's nothing on my workbench other
>> than a good soldering iron with solder, scope, dmm, and assorted other
>> audio test equipment.
>>
>> What would you suggest I buy for the below, and how many? If an item
>> is not available new anymore, could you add info on places that stock
>> them? The idea is to name the classics that are used in a lot of
>> circuits, but also name some of the goodies that are currently
>> considered very good, without going overboard.
>>
>> - op amps (staple)
>>
>> - op amps (go wild and name some good ones)
>>
>> - VCAs (can you recommend any other than our beloved 2164?)
>>
>> - OTAs
>>
>> - transistors (BJT and FET)
>>
>> - transistor arrays (BJT and FET)
>>
>> - zener diodes
>>
>> - other diodes
>>
>> - germanium transistors
>>
>> - germanium diodes
>>
>> - other non-linear active elements
>>
>> - other ICs
>>
>> - voltage references (REF series?)
>>
>> - tempco's
>>
>> - resistors
>>
>> - potentiometers
>>
>> - capacitors (electrolytic)
>>
>> - capacitors (film)
>>
>> - inductors
>>
>> - switches
>>
>> - connectors (big 'n' small)
>>
>> - dip sockets
>>
>> - heatsinks
>>
>> - other mechanical elements
>>
>> - esd mat(s) and tools?
>>
>> - Z80 related stuff?
>>
>> - good simple ADCs and DACs
>>
>> - wire
>>
>> - PCBs
>>
>> - anything else I left out?
>>
>>
>> Thanks for any help. You guys are great.
>>
>> Cheers,
>> D.
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