MOTM

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> A few questions first:
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> - The 490 is rated a "1" in difficulty and the 440 is a "4". What makes
> the 440 so much more difficult? Parts count?

In general, the larger the parts count, the more "difficult" it is. Also, the 
smaller parts count modules will have the parts spaced apart, whereas the 4 and 
5 kits the parts are literally touching each other. This means the solder pads 
are *slightly* smaller.


> - Does anyone have a photo of the main board of the 440?

www.wiseguysynth.com has hi-res photos of most of the MOTM kits.

> - Does everyone flip-flop between MOTM and dotcom every single day
> before placing that first order?

You can flip all you want, just eventually flop to the MOTM side :)

Seriously, there are about 10 combo MOTM/.com systems out there. I know that 
there is a large $$$ gap there (especially in the VCOs) but I think the audio 
quality/stability speaks for itself.

Just wait until you hear Robert's new all MOTM CD coming out ~Sept. It's pretty 
jaw-dropping 100% microtonal stuff.

Paul S.