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Re: [motm] Curious newbie seeks knowledge...

2001-04-06 by bigd@buffalo.com

Larry, I now have Osc envy!  : )
The othr side of the coin is to listen to the Bach demo at the MOTM site
done with 5  modules to see what can be done with just a minimal setup.
JIm

"J. Larry Hendry" wrote:
> 
> Hi Richard.  welcome to the list and congratulations on your entry into the
> wonderful world of MOTM.  Obviously, most all of us here are firm believers
> that Paul's creation is the best value in modular today in a format we like.
> 
> How many of each module is a very interesting question not easily answered
> as each person is likely to do something different with their system and may
> have different goals.  I am staying pretty close to the I'll probably need
> two of everything school of thought with some modules obviously demanding
> more quantities.  I find that I use multiple oscillators a lot in my system
> (my own tendency).  So, I have 6 of them to support my goal toward a
> full-featured 2 voice system.  Before it is over, I expect I will want 8 of
> them.  And, you just cannot have too many EGs.  I find I like to have
> separate EGs on VCAs and VCFs.  So, that is another module you may find a
> need to have many.
> 
> But, the bottom like is that everyone uses their system differently.  Some
> guys that do a lot of percussive stuff may find they need 3 or 4 noise
> modules.  While 1 or 2 will suit my needs.  When I only has two oscillators,
> I found I use both of my 120s a lot.  Now, I rarely use more than one, BUT,
> that may change.
> 
> I think you will find many uses for the MOTM-320 LFO.  I works well into the
> audio range.  I sometimes sync mine from my 300 and 120 and use it as a sub
> oscillator.
> 
> There has been a lot of discussion regarding a sequencer and joystick
> module.  However, neither appear to be near production.  Some of us are
> working on some DIY stuff if you are into such things.
> 
> Best wishes and once again welcome to the list.
> Larry Hendry
> 
> Sometimes known as "Stooge Larry" here.
> nyck nyck
> 
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: <phaeton777@...>
> Hi,
> 
> I've just ordered my first MOTM modules (110, 120, 300, 440). I've
> been collecting analog synths for over 20 years, but this is the
> first foray into modulars. I hope to put a HUGE system together over
> the next year ie. MODzilla.
> 
> My question is what kind of systems do you good people have?
> Also, are there any plans for an analog sequencer, joystick or
> theremin type module? Or FX modules-phase, echo etc.?
> 
> 
> 
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