Modular Synth Panels

I like doing stereo modules for several reasons.  I like to have two 
each of most modules because it makes stereo patches possible.  If I am 
doing the panel, making it dual is cheaper than making two singles.  
There is only one panel, one bracket and one power connector (I wire the 
power across internally).  And I prefer to locate identical modules next 
to each other in my cabinets, so there is no drawback for me in having 
them in a single panel.  I haven't done any 4U size panels; I am only 
making duals in 2U size.

As to the Stooge first run vs. Schaeffer, Stooge has the advantage in 
looking identical to MOTM, but disadvantage in taking longer to get and 
you have to pay extra for hole drilling, or drill the holes yourself.  
Stooge first run cost is about the same as a Schaeffer panel. With 
Schaeffer you get exactly what you design, you get it in less than a 
month, and holes are included in the cost.  The drawback is cost and 
non-identical look.  All my Schaffer panels are styled alike, but it 
costs me a lot.  I didn't realize at first that the tick marks for each 
pot dial are about $4.00 per pot.  So if you use one of my panel 
designs, feel free to remove some or all of the tick marks if you want 
to save money.

I will upload my three new dual CGS panels to the group today.  I have 
finalized the designs, but I have not ordered yet.

Copying the group on this too.

-Richard Brewster

Ken Mosley wrote:

>I was just wondering if it's worth doing a stereo
>panel or going 1U...but I'm also trying to decide
>going stooge or schaeffer.  Unfortunately, first run
>stooge panels are fairly expensive. 
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>Would you be willing to share the FPE file to the
>modular synth panel group?
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>regards,
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>ken
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