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Subject: Re: [motm] 3rd version panel layout

From: "J. Larry Hendry" <jlarryh@...>
Date: 2000-08-23

Since the numbers were removed from the tick marks, the smaller knobs don't
really seem to be so squeezed. Are these the 3/4" knobs as opposed to the
1" ones that Paul uses? I have some of these 3/4 knobs (same style) on my
PAiA vocoder and they are O.K. For having so much on a 2U panel, I do very
much like the way you have it laid out. Very intuitive.

Let me ask a couple of questions about function. First, I liked the
suggestions that Crow had about the step function and I see you included it.
I also liked his alternate solution for the term "shape." "Slope" seems
somewhat accurate if I understand it. I guess I am clear on the linear and
expo positions on the switch. However, I guess I am a bit confused by the
square position. Does this mean that the transitions are instant? In that
case does the time dial then determine the length of each state as opposed
to the time it takes to get from one to another?

I have to admit, the more I look at this, the more I like it Tony. Great
job. I could see one or two of these in my MOTM cabinet. I also have to
admit that the idea of a manual gate pushbotton is attractive, but it would
certainly not be a purchase yes/no decision for me. Once could always
manually trigger from the gate, right? Of course, if you want to have an
input at the gate and manually trigger, then it gets a little messy.

Larry Hendry

----- Original Message -----
From: Tony Karavidas <tony@...>
To: <motm@egroups.com>


Well, the panel trigger is possible, but I'm not sure if it's worth it. If
you add a switch dedicated to trigger this module, it would be nice if you
had a jack to use it to trigger other things. You can see how things get out
of control. Should it be a pushbutton, a momentary level, something else?

I'll still think about it. If "everyone" said they wouldn't buy it UNLESS it
has a trigger switch then obviously it would be added.

Thanks for your input. (and everyone else too)

Tony