200e

On Jul 10, 2008, at 12:32 PM, fhserge wrote:
> I bought the following modules for my 12-modules boat:
> >>> - 250e
> >>> - 259e
> >>> - 261e
> >>> - 281e
> >>> - 291e
> >>> - 292e
>
> My opinions regarding filling the "gaps" so far:
> - "Conservatively" (means expand BUCHLA sound capabilities) I would  
> add
> 210e
> 225e
> 227e
> 266e
>
> - Expand and focus on the exceptional Buchla controllers I would add
> 222e
> 225e
>
> Question is: what modules would YOU add to this configuration?
>
So with your compliment of modules, and five spaces left, I think I  
would start out adding a 225e. Presets, software updates, and external  
control make this an easy decision, IMO. [four spaces left]

Then I would play with whatever MIDI controllers I had, or could lay  
my hands on, and see if I was happy controlling the 200e over MIDI.

If not, then you could fill up your cabinet with the four spaces of  
222e. If you find MIDI control satisfactory, then expand on the sound/ 
control modules, probably starting with a 266e. [three spaces left]

I would then ask myself if I really needed the 227e, or if I could use  
an external mixer, or maybe the mix out of a second 292e for my mixing  
needs. Don't get me wrong the 227e is a great module, it's just pretty  
big for a 12-space cabinet.


> What are your experiences with your configuration?

I find myself using the 210e less than I thought I would. Having a  
level of indirection in a patch is just one more thing to remember,  
which takes me out of "the zone." Your mileage may vary.

Multiple 281es are good. I have two, and wish I had three.

The 256e also comes in handy.

> P.S.: Does anyone know if there is the possibility to buy a 4-modules
> boat WITH power distribution but WITHOUT power supply using the
> existing power supply of the 12-modules boat?
>
I'm not sure this is possible, but even if it was, rather than this I  
would try and trade up to an 18 space cabinet.

-C

Chris Muir
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