My Doepfer Modular

Jyoti · Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2008 4:10 pm Post subject:

Thanks! I've been meaning to do a series of synth vids for a while but getting the Doepfer kicked me into gear.

I'm now pondering what modules to get next! Razz

dkcg · Joined: Jul 19, 2008 Posts: 23 Location: LA

Jyoti · Posted: Thu Aug 21, 2008 4:40 pm Post subject:

Thanks for the info, dkcg! The vactrol stuff does look tasty.

I think I'm going to get some form of step sequencer. I was tempted by the Doepfer MAQ but now I'm swinging towards the smaller, A-100 module.

Or, this looks quite tasty too:

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There's just so much choice out there. I think I may have to invest in a new cabinet soon. Embarassed

Now I'm off to check out your YouTube vids. Cool

discointellect · Joined: Jan 08, 2006 Posts: 8 Location: UK

I love the way you've gone from "I've got loads of room for expansion" to "I may have to invest in a new cabinet soon" in the space of two weeks Very Happy

Jyoti · Posted: Thu Aug 28, 2008 5:41 am Post subject:

Er.... yess....

Laughing

I spend a lot of my time at night clicking around module descriptions... Cool

dkcg · Joined: Jul 19, 2008 Posts: 23 Location: LA

It happens...I went from buying my first suitcase in July, and convincing myself I'd be content for a while, and not filling up, and spilling over my 2nd suitcase. Shocked

Empty module spaces = pure temptation stronger than eve's apple

elektro80 · Posted: Thu Aug 28, 2008 10:36 am Post subject:

Well, the obvious first step is to fill up your project studio to the brim with modules. Then relax for a day or two until you have figured out if it is possible to move some walls or not.

BobTheDog · Posted: Thu Aug 28, 2008 10:56 am Post subject:

I have been looking into this malarky a little and am thinking of maybe a A-100 Basic System 2 (http://www.doepfer.de/home_e.htm) or maybe a studio-22 (http://www.synthesizers.com/studio22.html)
or maybe an Analogue System setup, or maybe etc etc.

It is all rather confusing, how do you choose what to go for, where to start etc?

Both the 100 Basic System and studio-22 seem rather limited compared to say my G2 or my PolyEvolver, is the art to be happy with the limits or could it all just end up in a spendfest and loss of space?

Andy

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PeteJames · Joined: Mar 31, 2009 Posts: 16 Location: England

Thank. I like your demo's. Nice (er) sound quality than most and methodical so you can see what's going on. So what do you think of the Doepfer Osc and filters. I was thinking either a Red Square, XS (with a vermona drm mk3) or a doepfer & livewire modular for about 1500 ish. I started researching modular a couple of weeks before you article so perfect timing! What do you think?

Cheers

Jyoti · Posted: Sat Apr 04, 2009 2:56 pm Post subject:

Well, I can't compare Doepfer stuff with other modular gear since I only own Doepfer so far. But I can compare it to the others synths I have and, to my ears, the oscs sound quite Korgy? If that makes any sense?

But, as I say above, I'm a modular newbie myself. My article was originally called 'A Beginner's Guide To Modular' with me being the beginner! There are loads of peeps on here who own vast amounts of gear from varying manufacturers, I'm sure hey can see you right. Very Happy

PeteJames · Joined: Mar 31, 2009 Posts: 16 Location: England

As long as they are comparable to regular synths and far out-class soft synths, I'm sure they'll be fine.

Jyoti · Posted: Sun Apr 05, 2009 9:36 am Post subject:

Oh yeah, deffo! I love my little system. I was saving up to buy maybe a Tiptop oscillator or some Harvestman stuff but that's all gone towards root canal work. Crying or Very sad

One day, I'll have a monster system like Beermaster... one day! Cool

PeteJames · Joined: Mar 31, 2009 Posts: 16 Location: England

See I was thinking about semi-mod or a virus. I have loads of soft stuff but no hardware. I really like the livewire stuff. ~Should I forget the future retro Xs and redsquare and just go for the modular. I love the idea of being able to change the very nature of you sound by adding a module or two...so much diversity. Alternatively, a semi-mod would give the the basic essentials and I could expand it with modules.

what do you think? Do you have any regrets or niggles about any of you module choices? I'm thinking of getting a similar setup to yours, mostly doepfer with a bit of livewire and harvestman. I hear cwejman make awesome osc's and for you can get the dual unit with ringmod (VCO 2RM) for about £450 which isn't too bad if you get the same functionality. Is FM good to have on your osc? I don't know if the cwejman dual osc has that?

Also I know nothing about compatible currents and power supplys. Do I only need one doepfer on for all modules (including other eurorack brands)? are modules easy to install? I notice your system has alot of amplifiers in it and an alternative to a sequencer (clock modules). Is that a good option for the price?

Thanks

sonicwarrior · Joined: Dec 22, 2005 Posts: 266 Location: Cologne, Germany

blue hell · Posted: Tue Jul 28, 2009 5:23 pm Post subject:

Jyoti · Posted: Thu Sep 10, 2009 6:04 am Post subject:

Sorry, this has to be the latest reply ever! Life has been messy.

cornutt · Joined: Oct 13, 2006 Posts: 16 Location: Huntsville, AL USA

Jyoti · Posted: Fri Sep 11, 2009 1:37 pm Post subject:

I am seriously thinking of converting a bookcase in my studio into a megamodular! Shocked

noobman · Joined: Sep 24, 2009 Posts: 13 Location: sydney

Jyoti · Posted: Wed Oct 28, 2009 2:23 am Post subject:

Sadly, due to real-life interfering, I haven't had the time or mental state to do much patching lately. My modular sits in my studio, looking at me reproachfully. Sad

Hopefully, I'll be doing a new bout of recording soon, Uni permitting. Cool

noobman · Joined: Sep 24, 2009 Posts: 13 Location: sydney

an unused modular... saddest thing on the planet Sad