Doepfer

> I'm wondering about the sonic differences between the A-110 
> oscillator and the A-111 "High End" oscillator.  
> 
> I know that the A-110 is discrete and the A-111 is using a CEM chip 
> and has more CV and FM options.  What I'm wondering about is the 
> sound characteristics of the two oscillators.  Does the A-110 
> sound "fatter" and the A-111 sound "thinner?"  
> 
> If someone could upload a sample of both oscillators, I'd really 
> appreciate it.  I haven't been able to find many high-quality audio 
> samples of the oscillators and filters online.

I have both. I think it might be more accurate to say that tha A-110 
sounds "dirtier" and the A-111 sounds "cleaner". The A-111 has a 
dedicated cult following. I currently use 3 A110s, can't justify the 
extra space or expense for the A111s to myself.

> Also, the A-112 looks great, but how does it sound?  How easy is it 
> to create your own wavetables?

I'm not familiar with the A-112. Bakis will probably give you 
comments on it.

> Also, I've been trying to decide if I should get the MAQ 16/3 or if 
I 
> should get an A-155 sequencer module?  Is there anything the A-155 
> offers that the MAQ doesn't?  I like the idea of being able to use 
> the MAQ for driving the A-100 system plus other CV and MIDI synths. 
 
> Just wondering if the A-155 would offer anything more than the MAQ 
> would (specifically driving the A-100)?

The A-155 offers ties rather than just 16th notes. 
The A-155 has a toggle switch for each step, whearas the MAQ 16/3 uses 
the knobs for both pitch and step on/off functions, nowhere near as 
musical or useful. 
The A-155 is easy to sync with Midi, but the MAQ 16/3 is reputed to 
have problems if it's not the master clock.
The A-155 can sequence external audio or CV signals, the MAQ can't.

Having both might be ideal. I use both an A-155 and a Regelwerk for 
step sequencing.

> Is there an FAQ for these types of questions…?

The group archives contain a wealth of information on all these 
topics. Use the Search function.
 
> Last question:  What's the most under-rated module Doepfer offers?

Many people dislike the A-132 dual VCA. I love the thing.

Joe