Doepfer

> Hi Dieter,
>
> When the boards will be available will they come with information
> on how to set up a main set of pots & switches to control maybe 5
> or 6 synth modules simultaneously - so it will be possible to
> build a polyphonic synth? It does not seem to be that
> simple...but at the same time so very tempting ;-)
>
> Cheers,
> pulsquare

First of all I want to emphasize that the DIY synth kit will be for
experienced users only. It is definitely unsuitable for beginners ! We will
not be able to offer the service to repair a customers assembly if it does
not work as it should or to make individual suggestions how to wire the
board for special applications. It is contradiction to offer a kit for
experienced users and then explain how they have to handle a soldering iron
:-)

We will point out to this fact very clearly on our website to avoid
unsatisfied customers who will have problems getting the synth to run.

Of course we will publish a detailed list that explains the function of each
pin and a suggestion how to use this pin (e.g. to connect it to the center
terminal of a potentiometer that is connected to GND and +5V).

In any case the kit is not suitable for polyphonic applications as each
parameter would have to be voltage controlled (e.g. all ADSR parameters, all
modulations depth's , VCF resonance, VCO waveform and so on). You would need
a lot of additional VCAs to make every parameter voltage controlled !

Best wishes
Dieter Doepfer