MOTM

Has anyone tried a normalization patch with their MOTM?  I'm referring to the 
EMU modular synths of decades ago wherein a simple patch is made behind the 
panels of the modules.  That way, common connections are made by default but 
can be disabled by simply plugging in a patch cable as normal.  A VCO or two 
would have the KBD control voltage going to the MIDI-CV, gates/triggers go to 
envelope generator inputs, envelope outputs would go to filter control inputs 
and VCA control inputs, and so on.

Since all MOTM modules use a Switchcraft 112A, and it has the "switched" pin 
on it, why couldn't a "Normalized Patch Panel" be installed inside the synth 
cabinet?  Maybe each module would get one or more 'flying' leads with a pin 
connector on it.  Make a small, one-off board that has a grid of connections 
to keyboard control voltages, gate and/or triggers, and another grid section 
of "multiples" for connecting audio sources/destinations.  Since all 
connections are broken by plugging in a patch cable, I don't think any 
functionality is lost.  I mean, why does every 800 require that a separate 
patch cable be plugged in to get the GATE signal propagated?  Normalize that 
connection in the back of the synth and save all those patch cables for other 
things.

I'd create a basic Arp Oddessy or Mini-Moog assemblage of modules as the 
starting point.  With enough modules, maybe have more than one "synth".  That 
could be a nice starting point or possibly make a modular synth more useable 
in a live situation.  Your thoughts?

Cheers!
Tom Farrand