MOTM

I am looking at building a MOTM system. I have experience building my
own audio cables and have this soldering experience. How difficult is
it to build the more challenging modules - MOTM-300 MOTM-440.

I am trying to decide if the $100 saved per module is worth the effort
on these more difficult units.

Thanks

<chad_kettering@...> wrote:

> How difficult is
>  it to build the more challenging modules - MOTM-300 MOTM-440.

 
  It's mostly a matter of more parts = higher difficulty. Sometimes, 
you have other things to worry about than just stuffing the usual
components. For instance, the MOTM-300 and (I think the) MOTM-440,
there is the tempco and heat shrink compound to add to the usual fare.
Not a big deal, but they are extra steps over the simpler modules. 
Like Ken mentioned, it's VERY important that you take your time. If
you rush, that's where problems come in. It's also a very good idea to
read over the entire instructions before you even pick you start the
actual assembly. Make sure you understand all of the instructions
first, and there should be no problems.

 Another thing that you can do is to start with a module that is lower
on the difficulty rating, like say an EG the MOTM-390 LFO. That way,
you'll know what to expect with the larger modules.

 Let us know how it goes, :-)
 Andrew

Ooops..

I wrote:
> It's also a very good idea to read over the entire instructions before you even pick you start the actual assembly.

Should've read:

It's also a very good idea to read over the entire instructions before
you even pick up the iron to start the actual assembly.

And, if you have constructions questions, "am I doing this right?" you can
always look here for detailed photos of modules during constructions.  I
have taken many more photos and will soon be adding almost all of the other
modules to this list:

http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/motm/construct.htm

I agree with the other comments that "mostly" it is a difference in the
quantity of parts.  However, you will find a couple if more difficult to
solder parts on some PCBs like the matched transistor pairs on the on the
MOTM-300.  Still, patience and reasonable care is all that is needed to
follow very good instructions.

Larry