PLAN B analog blog

--- In PLAN_B_analog_blog@yahoogroups.com, "(i think you can figure 
that out)" <peter@...> wrote:
> The Milton is going to run from a wallwart - it will have it's
> own independent supply so yes, it's stand alone if you want it
> to be, but it's scaled to Doepfer input/output level standards.
> If you wanred to use it as a standalone so it could easily adapt
> itself to other format and their specific voltage requirements,
> there would be some component replacement involved.

Thank you. I have further questions (I ask, because I am 
considering some case and rack options to expand my system):
1. Is the Milton rack-mountable?

PG: We'll be making a little frame for rck mount, like the Wiard rack systems so you won't need a chassis for the Venti.


2. Can it be installed into a Doepfer cabinet?

PG: Yes, without the frame, but you'll have to figure out  way to get the wallwat cable in there - they don't have access holes which I think is a mistake.

3. Is the wallwart necessary, or can the power be drawn from Doepfer 
power buss?

PG: Not decided yet,but that would be fairly easy.  However, if you connected both by accident there may be smoke!

And regarding the planned Milton add-on units:

4. Is the TKB going to be 1U rack-mountable?

PG: The tough plates will work that way, yes.

6. Will it be ergonomic in vertical mounting?

PG: Being dyslexic, it's hard for me to visualize what you're speaking of...could you elaborate on what you mean by vertical?

7. Are Skip Step, vertical sequencing etc. planned features of the 
TKB? 

PG:  That would come form other add-ons. Or are they perhaps implemented in another add-on module? 
Would 
this module be a "normal" Eurorack module?

PG: see above

8. How are the connections between modules made?

PG: ribbon cables from the back

That was really too many questions. 

PG:  not at all, tat's what I'm here for!

Thanks for reading.

PG: thanks for asking
Jari Jokinen