Have to agree with John..form should follow function.
One reason I find this format attractive is that the panels are not distractive.
After all, the main purpose of these machines is to allow creativity..the less distractions the better.
Well, thats just me, but I am kind of simple (minded).
Gary (who recently learned that MIDI is not just a skirt length)
>If the only justification for the 200 series to to have the ∗appearance∗ of Buchla modules then I would suggest you drop the idea. It's the sound and function that matters to me.
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>If the justification for the 200 series is some sonic, ergonomic, or useability values of Buchla modules, then I would suggest keeping with an MOTM style layout (if there is truly one). I want good sound and good useability at a fair price, not Buchla visual nostalgia.
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