1999-12-21 by Paul & Alleyne
... sounds really come alive. ... Postal money orders are ... with confidence and GOOD LUCK! a wise sage from the english renaissance named Arthur De Lay once
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1999-12-21 by Brousseau, Paul E (Paul)
Er, for the list s reference, according to Paul S. (who s job it is to know these things), you test positive-negative on the AC... NOT ground-negative and
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1999-12-21 by JWBarlow@xxx.xxx
... No, that s it! You might as well check to make sure the fuse is still OK too. JB
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1999-12-20 by Brousseau, Paul E (Paul)
OK, I didn t think it was directional, but best to ask stupid questions... ;) Is there anything I need to know about testing AC? My meter is actually a
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1999-12-20 by JWBarlow@xxx.xxx
... No, it s not. I would start by check the AC part of the 900 as well (carefully) with the meter in the AC setting up to the transformer. JB
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1999-12-20 by Brousseau, Paul E (Paul)
Duuhhhhhh... --PBr, looking for that dunce cap. (Reguarding the fuse... I know its in there. Is it directional? And if so, how can I tell direction? I
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1999-12-20 by Dave Bradley
Test your meter: Set your DVM to DC volts and see if it will measure a battery, like a 9 volt. Any good AA, A , C, or D cell should read around 1.5 volts. Dave
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1999-12-20 by JWBarlow@xxx.xxx
Are you sure you have the fuse installed (I think it goes inside the power connector, but I can t remember)? Let s just say I know someone who made such a
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1999-12-20 by Brousseau, Paul E (Paul)
So I finally got a chance to test my MOTM-900 this weekend. And of course, my DVM reports 0 volts across the COM / -15V or COM / +15V terminals on the power
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1999-12-20 by hodad1@xxxxxxxxxx.xxx
Now I m doing it too--sending private mail to public list. Ah, well. Chalk it up to a bad case of stoogeishness tomr
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1999-12-20 by hodad1@xxxxxxxxxx.xxx
-Paul-- It seems I m not getting Exponential FM on my FM1 pot on my 300. It used to be there, but it left me in mid switch-flick. I ve looked at everything &
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1999-12-20 by Paul Schreiber
Fair question. I d say probably most output stages can drive about 10-12 inputs, easy. 20, probably. There will be a point where the voltage each module sees
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1999-12-20 by Tkacs, Ken
Anybody have any thoughts on this? It may be premature, since I only have one MOTM VCO built at the moment with two more on the way, but... With multiple VCOs,
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1999-12-20 by J. Larry Hendry
You are the man. No doubt, that is a Sigma. I never put two and two together. Ooh, this same brochure has the Trident MkII, PS-3200, BX and CX-3, mono poly,
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1999-12-20 by J. Larry Hendry
Oh, cool, I never thought about the Sigma. I have an old brochure around here with a photo of the Sigma, going to look now..... LH ... Korg KP-30 vinta... ...
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1999-12-20 by J. Larry Hendry
... You said a mouthful there Andy. I love PWM and the shape control on the 320 adds a new dimension to that whole process. ... Oh yes. I ordered two to start
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1999-12-20 by Elhardt@xxx.xxx
... Just looks like a Korg Sigma to me. I believe that s the name, as I haven t seen one in a while. It came out about the same time the Kord Lamda did. I
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1999-12-20 by jlarryh@xxxxxx.xxx
Sorry if anyone consideres this SPAM. I saw this on E-bay and have never seen or even heard of this synth. Looks like it has rockers and has that ensemble
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1999-12-19 by Andy Finch
The best thing for me about the 320 is how it brings to life my other modules. Now I can get those Sub Octaves switching in, and simultaneously find myself in
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1999-12-18 by Gur Milstein
Hi Paul. thanx for the help (-: i try IOTech but gut no response yet. i would try DIY once again. thanx Gur Milstein
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1999-12-18 by J. Larry Hendry
Nope. Nothing interesting there.... Just plain old stale MIDI stuff. LH ... computers, ... ( ... nice
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1999-12-18 by improv@xxxx.xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx)
... Check out M 2.5 at www.cycling74.com. It s an algorithmic/constrained randomness midi composition program, good for hours of fun. Couldn t find minimum
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1999-12-18 by Paul Schreiber
... the ... your ... I m a source of inspiration to all. Paul S. (caps are on .300 lead space to minimize lead inductance)
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1999-12-18 by Elhardt@xxx.xxx
... $5 jobbies with the alligator clips really work fine too when you REALLY need that 3rd hand.
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1999-12-18 by Elhardt@xxx.xxx
Thanks Stooge Larry and jmw for the USA-1 cable info. I bought some samples of DGS Gotham cable, but was looking to see what other company might provide more
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1999-12-18 by J. Larry Hendry
... This makes a huge difference. I find my kitchen table to be about the best spot. I have lots of other choices, but this one works for me. I only bring
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1999-12-18 by velure
my setup is simple: a soldering iron, a voltmeter, a diag cutter, and a pair or regular pliers. i usually put a towel over the k5000 and solder there. i have
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1999-12-18 by J. Larry Hendry
I have a friend in Los Angeles that has been doing her music stuff on Mac for quite some time. I will ask her if she knows of anything interesting for that
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1999-12-18 by DAVEVOSH@xxx.xxx
In a message dated 99-12-17 21:34:39 EST, you write:
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1999-12-18 by The Old Crow
... What did he write? I d like to see it. I remember running the algorithmic composers on the 8700. And, running that Algorhythms program on the Amiga,
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1999-12-18 by DAVEVOSH@xxx.xxx
In a message dated 99-12-16 07:10:11 EST, you write:
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1999-12-18 by jmw/cmu
Since a few of you esteemed MOTMers seem to be hip to vintage computers, I was wondering if anyone has interesting/odd music software that ll work on a Mac
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1999-12-18 by Doug Pearson
... Ah yes, the kinds of things you forget are useful until you try to do without them. Actually, I can sort of do without number one for the soldering phase
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1999-12-18 by Brousseau, Paul E (Paul)
So far, my workstation includes: 1) A space in front of my computer moniter where my keyboard usually is. About the same size as the keyboard. 2) Soldering
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1999-12-18 by Tentochi
I have the Craftsman set and love it! I bought it specifically when I started building MOTM kits. I believe I have ONLY used the 1/2 and 5/16 for MOTM
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1999-12-17 by J. Larry Hendry
The great and powerful stooge has spoken. Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain. LH ... will ... think ... - ... tape, ... Powerful
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1999-12-17 by J. Larry Hendry
... and as ... believe ... Well, you specifically asked about the colored cable. I don t have any of that, BUT the black cable is USA-1. Stooge Larry
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1999-12-17 by Dave Bradley
You think it bothers you now! As you build your beautiful MOTM system, module by module, each one constructed better than the last, your gut will churn acid
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1999-12-17 by Paul Schreiber
Tape is ok. The *secret* is to PULL IT TIGHT as you wind it. The stretching action causes a tight seal. Get a heat shrink gun. Ask Santa for one (about $40)
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1999-12-17 by The Old Crow
... This used to be a MAJOR problem at my old workplace. It took me a long time to get this one board assembly person to not clip the connection off flush
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1999-12-17 by Brousseau, Paul E (Paul)
Yes, I think that would be very helpful. I just completed the MOTM-900 last night (YAY!), but not tested yet. My soldering skills need some work. But hey,
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1999-12-17 by Paul Schreiber
Let s see em! Paul S. ... From: Cary Roberts To: motm Sent: Friday, December 17, 1999 10:46 AM Subject: Re: [motm]
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1999-12-17 by Paul Schreiber
If it s not severe, a remelt shold work *as long as* there is still some of the lead sticking out the hole. Paul S. ... From: Christopher Jeris
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1999-12-17 by william Hanson
yeah- I would get a new part - ....start over - if Ya clip em sometimes the solder point is half cold and half hot (connection wise) and clipping it too close
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1999-12-17 by Christopher Jeris
... I do this accidentally sometimes, then I usually remelt the blob of solder. Should I give up and replace the offending component instead? peace, Chris
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1999-12-17 by hodad1@xxxxxxxxxx.xxx
I think that doing a somewhat more extensive soldering guide would be a good idea. I m sure I m not the only person whose first diy experience was an MOTM
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1999-12-17 by Cary Roberts
I have a DIY modular someone else built. If you need examples of what NOT to do I can take some pictures. -Cary
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1999-12-17 by jmw/cmu
... My Wacky cables say : USA - 1 high definition instrument cable You can email John Kovacy and ask any questions that you might have. rehards, jmw
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1999-12-17 by Elhardt@xxx.xxx
... you should get the info you are looking for.
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1999-12-17 by Paul Schreiber
**DISCLAIMER: this is not indended for any 1, 2 or number of people specifically. ** The following tips are based on 1 year of MOTM soldering/failure issues a)
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