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indeep
Joined: Jun 05, 2008 Posts: 23 Location: indeep
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Posted: Sat Jul 12, 2008 2:18 pm Post subject:
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Well this is my second post here, the first one is here http://electro-music.com/forum/topic-26795.html .
So by now all i want to do is build (buying and latter diying) a modular.
I have been looking for systems for me to beguin this journey, doepfer, synthesizers, motm etc...a bunch of them.
And i have a couple of questions, im in europe so should i go for european manufactures (because customs services is a turnoff).
Second, whats the best modular system (i mean they all look good, but i want to start with a basic system, and then upgrading to other modules, and this will be a life time objective.
third im not rich and i want to start with 300 to 400 euros, is this enough to a good cabinet, and a couple of modules ?
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indeep
Joined: Jun 05, 2008 Posts: 23 Location: indeep
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Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2008 9:07 am Post subject:
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Did i post i the wrong place ?
(2 weeks and no reply) did i do something ?
Help me out |
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Antimon
Joined: Jan 18, 2005 Posts: 4145 Location: Sweden
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RF
Joined: Mar 23, 2007 Posts: 1502 Location: Northern Minnesota, USA
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Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2008 10:15 am Post subject:
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Hi indeep,
I think you posted in as good a place as any, although this isn't the most active section of the site. Sorry you didn't get any immediate answers.
Rack mount or cabinet or suitcase type....Bananna jacks, 1/8 inch or 1/4 inch plugs - it's kind of up to you. There are benefits and drawbacks for each format. I chose MOTM size panels 10.5 inch by 2 1/4 inch with 1/4 inch jacks mounted in wood cabs. I don't travel with mine so size isn't an issue, and I just like big knobs and beefy plugs.
Basic modules of any system are VCO, VCF, VCA, ADSR, Where you go from there depends on what you want to do with it.
LFO, Noise source, mixer, Sample and hold, and a sequencer might be the next steps. If you go 1/4 inch jacks you will need Mults.
If you play keyboard or want to control it by computer you will need a midi to CV module, or a CV keyboard.
Lots of other modules are available but those would be a good start.
I would think you could get a good start for the price range you mention.
For me, the fun is in DIY - so I have not any purchased completed modules, although you could sure do that. I don't think you'll save much by DIY if you figure in the time spent building, but if you enjoy the building process, DIY can get you some nice modules for less cash spent.
There is quite a lot of activity and discussion about modules in the DIY section - you might make some inquiry there.
Hope that helps a little - if nothing else, maybe someone else will chime in with what they think....
good luck, and welcome to the forum
bruce |
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blue hell
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Joined: Apr 03, 2004 Posts: 24079 Location: The Netherlands, Enschede
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Posted: Sat Jul 19, 2008 10:16 am Post subject:
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Moved it, had missed it earlier ... 300 / 400 euro seems not like a lot of budget to me for a modular system ... I think doepfer might have lowest prices? _________________ Jan
also .. could someone please turn down the thermostat a bit.
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indeep
Joined: Jun 05, 2008 Posts: 23 Location: indeep
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Posted: Sun Jul 20, 2008 9:59 am Post subject:
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The idea its to start to buy the basic modules, and to get some knowledge about this (prices range,etc.. ). |
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RF
Joined: Mar 23, 2007 Posts: 1502 Location: Northern Minnesota, USA
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Funky40
Joined: Sep 24, 2005 Posts: 875 Location: Swiss
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Posted: Mon Jul 21, 2008 2:07 pm Post subject:
Re: Modular Subject description: modular, building, buying, diying |
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Yes, the Paja seems to be the best if not the only solution for that budget. |
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dougcl
Joined: Feb 08, 2008 Posts: 33 Location: Portland OR
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uberman
Joined: Jan 12, 2008 Posts: 3 Location: Toronto
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Posted: Thu Jul 24, 2008 1:38 pm Post subject:
Re: Modular Subject description: modular, building, buying, diying |
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Funky40 wrote: | Yes, the Paja seems to be the best if not the only solution for that budget. |
Also check out Blacet stuff! It is also Frac format and John makes absolutely killer sounding modules. Might be a bit out of your budget - but it is better in my opinion that Doepfer stuff (I had and sold an A-100).
http://www.blacet.com/ |
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Cat-A-Tonic
Joined: Mar 24, 2008 Posts: 42 Location: Yokohama, Japan
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Posted: Sat Jul 26, 2008 8:25 am Post subject:
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Keep in mind that modular synths are super addictive.
If you are going to take the plunge then plan for expandability.
I chose Blacet for my core system. I have bought everything from kits or used. There are lots of other great Frac manufacturers as well, but everyone seems to think that the PAiA is much lower quality than Blacet.
I don't have any experience with the PAiA modular though; only word of mouth.
Frac is compatable with Euro in terms of 1/8" jack size. There are minor issues with voltage levels between Euro VCAs and Blacet EGs, but these are easily overcome if you plan for it. Their power supplies are also different. Frac is completely compatable with MOTM in terms of power.
MOTM has a pretty good DIY community providing front panels.
Folks with big fat fingers tend to prefer the larger formats like MOTM and DotCom.
Frac and Euro are the most portable and compact solutions available and they both have a ton of manufacturers making an incredible amount of crazy modules.
I am going to try to stop at 6 Fracs and 3 Euros + DIY in U racks
OR you could buy 1 Wiard 300 module which is a synth in itself and add more as your budget recovers or is recalculated.
If you do get into this hobby you can expect your budget to be recalculated quickly and your concepts about the value of money to fly out the window. It really is alot like crack, FraCrack. |
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