MOTM

> Due to the complexity of newer modules like the uSeq and WaveWarper, 
> I've decided it's easier and
> CHEAPER to distribute the manuals on CD-ROM. This also has the benefit 
> of included demo files in
> WAV format (uncompressed), and both PDF and MS Word formats. EU folks 
> can resize and print on the
> 'wrong' paper size :)

As us CS folks are fond of saying "Can't grep a dead tree." I have to 
say I prefer this method. I can send them straight to printing for 
binding, and they'll look nicer ;)  I ordered the dead tree 
electronotes complete a few weeks ago and it arrived as a huge stack of 
*unbound* paper. Argh! CDs are so much more preferable. BTW, I don't 
expect you to describe the full uSeq

On a related note, it was a pleasure meeting you in Portland this 
weekend! I can't wait until the uSeq (the mu in this case being 
"microchip" not in reference to it's size...heh heh) ships. It looks to 
be quite promising. One thing to note; I'm not sure I understood your 
answer to the question, "Will I be able to preserve tempo across 
pattern switches?" I think the answer was "No. It's locked to pattern." 
I can see situations where I would want to switch a pattern, but not 
necessarily switch tempo as well. In a live situation, that could be 
somewhat uncomfortable.  This issue moot if the sequencer can be set to 
ignore the internal tempo and always clock lock to incoming CV/MIDI.

I love the displays and the fade feature, you are encouraged to abuse 
this to no end ;) May I offer the suggestion of using half brightness 
for the normal modes and full brightness for the selected mode? It was 
difficult to tell what mode the say, looping, was in while cycling 
through params.

I'm excited about the modulation block, I didn't get to dig into that 
'cause I hit the "Util" button, but it looks very promising! I have one 
feature request: (if it's not planned already *please-please-please* 
ship before you consider adding it!) Since the uSeq has what is 
essentially a high quality MIDI/CV converter in it, would be swell to 
be able to put it into a "pass-through" mode and just use it as a CV 
converter. A pattern trigger (a la Machinedrum) mode would be swell for 
live pattern triggering too.

It looks beautiful in person, can't wait till mine arrives.

--mikes