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Subject: Re: [AN1x] Re: Quick AN1xEdit question on randomization

From: "Mike Metlay" <metlay@...>
Date: 2003-05-02

Jon said:
>> >. Never been much of a fan
>> > for patch randomizers...
>>
>> Many folks aren't. However, I find them an intriguing window into
> how to get a
>> synth to do certain things. Disassembling other people's patches
> doesn't teach
>> you how to break a synth; a properly designed randomizer does.
>
>
> That's a bit of a stretch for me. I've never found patch randomizers
> to be of more than marginal use. I'd rather just program the sound
> then sit there hitting enter in the hope something useful might turn
> up.

Horses for courses...there's room for all approaches in the community, those
we agree with and those we don't.

>> Windows?! THPHHT ACK ACK ACK ACK!
>>
>
> While I too am a long time Mac enthusiast, please keep in mind this
> list is not platform specific - and the Genetix author was/is a
> contributing list member of some time. Thanks.

See above. I won't argue with anyone who successfully and happily uses a
Windows machine to get things done, but I have my own opinions concerning
Windows and would hope that they not be misconstrued as an attempt to preach
gospel.

mike

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For each specific artist, it has EVERYTHING to do with the music. (cassiel)
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