MOTM

Here's my view.  I think that a higher number of parts does *not* 
increase the difficulty of building a module.  It simply takes longer.  
No one should be in a hurry when building a module for themselves.  
Whether a small or large number of parts, you have to first obtain 
everything.  You need to know how to identify the components and put 
them into the correct places.  It takes the same soldering skill to 
build a small or a large module. You need to proceed carefully, checking 
your work.  All of this applies, regardless of the size of the module 
and its parts count.  That said, if you are starting out, it is still a 
good idea to begin with smaller modules, because you probably will be a 
little impatient at first, and you need to learn about general 
technique, such as what kinds of solder to use.  But if you take your 
time, no MOTM 2.0 DIY module is really difficult.  MOTM is much simpler 
than, say, a Ken Stone CGS module where you have many decisions to make 
about parts, panels, options, etc., before you get started.  So have no 
fear!

Richard Brewster
http://www.pugix.com

Henrik wrote:
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> Most modules in the 100-, 800- and 900- range seems to be the easiest. 
> At least fewest components. Correct me if I\ufffdm wrong.
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> --- On *Tue, 4/7/09, djxpat /<djxpat@...>/* wrote:
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>     From: djxpat <djxpat@...>
>     Subject: [motm] easiest modules to build?
>     To: motm@yahoogroups.com
>     Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2009, 9:33 PM
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>     as much as i'd love to purchase each MOTM module assembled and
>     tested, my quest to eliminate as much of my debt as possible tells
>     me that i should consider building some on my own if i want any
>     modules in the next year. i actually want to build some of them,
>     but i don't want to get in over my head. i've soldered kits
>     (non-audio) together before. i've never done lead-free.
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>     anyway, anyone recommend easier MOTM modules?
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>     top of my wish list:
>     480
>     420
>     410
>     490
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>     of course, i'd love to built more than just filters, but these are
>     my first choices as my modular currently has lots of other
>     modules, a 440, 485 and dotcom Q107.
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>     erik
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