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Subject: Re: [motm] Module recomendations for a basic MOTM synth set up?

From: eric f <ach_gott@...>
Date: 2006-07-08

It kind of depends on what kind of music you're making.  I agree with the 800s and the 320, certainly.  If you're interested in making very complex, evolving sounds (drone & ambient or glorp) VCAs, EGs, and LFOs are what you need.  On glorpy stuff (ie, lots of cross-modulation) probably less in the EG/VCA zone. 
 
If you're looking to make more traditional lead lines, then the 2x800 + 1x320 + 1x190 + 2x300 is a good formula.  And you can't go wrong with a 440 on the bass lines.
 
But, in the end, aquire the VCA and VCO(s) and 2 EGs and then feel where you're needs lie.
 
As far as the MIDI to CV, well, I'd say that you'd do fine with a Kenton Pro-Solo for now.  Grow your system and when you find yourself with 3 or 4 oscillators or find yourself craving an arpeggiator, look at the 650.
 
cheers,
eric f

Erik Olson <eo77@...> wrote:
Hi everyone,

I believe this was discussed not long ago but I was wondering what everyone
would recommend as far as the modules needed for a basic MOTM based modular
synth set up is concerned. I currently own a '420, a '485 and a '380. Beyond
adding a VCO and VCA, what could I do with a limited number of modules that
would still give me some options for creating interesting sounds? If anyone
has any thoughts in that regard, that would be great. I'm also curious as to
what people would recommend for converting MIDI to CV?

Thanks in advance for the help,

Erik