Doepfer

--- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com, "Robair, Gino" <GRobair@p...> 
wrote:
> Someone on the list once said they thought the 110 sounded richer 
(or "better", though I can't remember the exact word) than the 111, 
which I thought was interesting (I don't own a Doepfer...yet....but 
working on it). Tuning and tracking issues aside, what are your 
opinions on the sound of the two oscillators. 
> Thanks,
> g.

Hi Gino,

I believe the A110 is perceived as "richer" sounding as the waveforms 
are not as pure as the A111.  The sine is a shaped triangle, the 
square wave is a little droopy, etc.  This, of course, results is 
more harmonics.  Also, the A110 is a true discrete design whereas the 
A111 uses the CEM chip.  IMHO, this discrete design has the A110 
sounding something like an Emu modular oscillator, whereas, the A111 
sounds very similar to my oberheim matrix 6 oscillators.  I think the 
biggest let down for some people when it comes to Doepfer modules is 
the lack of "moogieness."  Some people go looking for that "moog" 
sound in Doepfer and are let down.  I was looking for something 
different and have been pleasantly surprised along the way.

I hope that helps,

Matthew