Wiardgroup

Maybe someone could clear up an ongoing mystery for me.

Why is it that some people make such a big stink about specific filters?

Like the transistor ladder (actually not a Moog design, the patent was invalidated). Why is that 
such a big deal? You need to use three oscillators with a transistor ladder just to get as big a 
sound as a single oscillator going through a Vactrol filter.

I know filters arte important for subtractive synthesis, but again, that is only one of many 
synthesis types.

There are tons of filters and filter designs, every filter has some distinct characteristics. Some 
are good for bass sounds, some are better for lead sounds. Each one has strengths and 
weaknesses depending on the application and the skill of the user.

Why is it that some people obsess over one filter and lose the opportunity to work with all the 
great sounds available from other filters?