2003-02-08 by code_pig <code_pig@yahoo.com>
Moog... okay, but I'd prefer this... http://cgi.ebay.de/ws/eBayISAPI.dll? ViewItem&item=3310459448&category=30152 --- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com, Paul Schulz wrote: > Hi list, > i know, it´s a little bit off-topic, but I just found a Moog Modular 1 > on Ebay (No, I´m not the
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2003-02-08 by Andreas Lindholm
Still they share they control board section which to me sounds like there will be a piece of hardware that only will use up power from the systembus... But on the other hand it is of course nice to have some kind of add-on to the a155. This is not so much a practical aspect of th
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2003-02-08 by Bakis Sirros
hi adreas, that's totally wrong...the a154 is a sequencer controller.the a155 is a sequencer.they need each other :-) the a154 controlls the a155.so,what you are saying doesn't really make sense...(the only thing that the a155 and the a154 share is the control board/section.but t
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2003-02-07 by Andreas Lindholm
I wasn't think so much about money this time, but more in aspekts like there will be stuff in the a155 that the a154 will do and thus be obsolete, that seems off to me. And vca's and stuff can be used more flexibly =) ----- Original Message ----- From: "Scott Collins" To: Sent: F
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2003-02-07 by Scott Collins
>I was thinking more like 3 A160s and 3 A161s or something to use with the >A154... that should be able to produce a bit of everything... I thing the >A155 is so big i size =) Ya, but once you add CV sources , VCA's, and cv mixers to do what the A155 does you've taken up a lot of
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2003-02-07 by unknown freak
I believe I can say with some certainty that I don't agree at all -- but that's me. > -----Original Message----- > From: Andreas Lindholm [mailto:andreas.k.lindholm@telia.com] > Sent: Thursday, February 06, 2003 4:20 PM > To: Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com > Subject: Re: [Doepfer_a
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2003-02-07 by Andreas Lindholm
I was thinking more like 3 A160s and 3 A161s or something to use with the A154... that should be able to produce a bit of everything... I thing the A155 is so big i size =) ----- Original Message ----- From: "Scott Collins" To: Sent: Friday, February 07, 2003 12:36 AM Subject: Re
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2003-02-07 by Paul Schulz
Hi list, i know, it´s a little bit off-topic, but I just found a Moog Modular 1 on Ebay (No, I´m not the seller ... ;-) http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2505619542&category=1287 and here you can find more photos of this toy. Have a look on the old-fashioned circ
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2003-02-06 by Scott Collins
>I just glanced briefly at the features for the a154 and it seems to me that >it sorta makes the a155 a bit off track so to speak. I seems to me that a >couple of triggerswitches and an a154 would work just as good. Any >thoughts? Just having a single trigger per step is boring,
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2003-02-06 by Andreas Lindholm
I just glanced briefly at the features for the a154 and it seems to me that it sorta makes the a155 a bit off track so to speak. I seems to me that a couple of triggerswitches and an a154 would work just as good. Any thoughts? ----- Original Message ----- From: To: Sent: Tuesday,
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2003-02-05 by David Salter
Ringmod, Some good ideas here, I'd be interested in hearing what Dieter has in mind for the final spec. Regards David Salter Reuters Consulting Tel: +44 20 7542 2402 Mob: +44 7990562402 Fax: +44 20 7542 2699 -----Original Message----- From: ringmod45 [mailto:ringmod45@yahoo.com]
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2003-02-05 by David Salter
VC control of 1st and last steps - yes 32 steps - 16 is enough for me but why not Plastic policy - agree 100 % David Salter Reuters Consulting Tel: +44 20 7542 2402 Mob: +44 7990562402 Fax: +44 20 7542 2699 Some visitors recommended > we should introduce voltage control of the fi
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2003-02-05 by Florian Anwander
Hi Bakis Thanks for the forward. > > This would require additional controls > > and inputs (4 controls and 2 inputs) and increase > > the price and the module width. Why not only the inputs? > ABOUT THE 32 > STEPS....IT MAY BE TOO MUCH TO HAVE 4 A155'S LINKED > TOGETHER...... The
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2003-02-05 by sinus
hey i want to sell a doepfer MCV 24 it is like new for 400,-EURO cheers stefan
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2003-02-05 by code_pig <code_pig@yahoo.com>
VC control of first/last steps: Yes. Free running clock: Yes, but with the ability to stop independent of the sequencer stop/start. 8/16/32 steps: 16 would do me fine, but I see no harm in 32. Steel keyboard case: Yes please. Policy on not using plastic: Bravo. Kevin
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2003-02-04 by ripe101 <ripe909@hotmail.com>
Hey guys, thanks for the support (I wish I could get some support from Chris at Doepfer!) I really love the 'idea' of the schaltwerk, which is why I am spending the time to rewrite the OS... it's a fun challenge :) If you haven't already, you should also check out the futureretro
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
Hi Bakis and Mr.Doepfer, Since your are planning new features and it looks like the A154 will be redesigned. I would like to remind you of this feature i wrote about in a prior post. --- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com, "ps_minor " wrote: > yes, what RM said. now that clock optio
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
Hi Bakis, this great news. I think 32 steps would be great. It would work well with your set up. VC of the first and last step would be awesome. you could get polyrhythymic combinations that would be mind boggling and using logic modules and vc dividers for non repetitive structu
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2003-02-04 by Bakis Sirros
> ----- Original Message ----- > From: Dieter Doepfer > To: Bakis Sirros > Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2003 6:50 PM > Subject: AW: A154 POLL!!!! > > > > -----Urspr'ngliche Nachricht----- > Von: Bakis Sirros [mailto:syrros@ath.forthnet.gr] > Gesendet am: Dienstag, 4. Februar 2003
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
Hi Florian, I agree with you on the digital buss. I mentioned it in the tkb poll on how it would able to control several sequencer modules like the sh101 style sequencer module for instance. However, I would rather see a trunk line module to bring buss outlets from the TKB to a f
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
- Hi Andreas, good to see that your back. I hope all is well. yeah the schaltwerk is still boxed and sitting idle. I don't feel like dumping it for .20 cents on the dollar. until the mini schaltwerk business came up. I was waiting for Ripe101 to finish his revision of the code be
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2003-02-04 by Bakis Sirros
hi list, i think an essential feature of the standard keyboard,that would make it really interesting,would be 4 notes poly cv/gate outputs!this way most of the a100 users(with 4 vco's at least,anyway)would have an analog polysynth as well as a powerful modular! bakis. --- "Joe Bu
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
--- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com, Bakis Sirros wrote: > hi list, > i think an essential feature of the standard > keyboard,that would make it really interesting,would > be 4 notes poly cv/gate outputs!this way most of the > a100 users(with 4 vco's at least,anyway)would have an
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2003-02-04 by Paul Schulz
An in-built slew control is a great idea. Saves patching a slew controller module in the key-CV-chain. An octave switch like on the Juno60 (3 positions: down, normal, up) would be better than two separate buttons (down, up) like on a Virus. P. David Salter wrote: > Yep, an octave
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2003-02-04 by Joe Buechler <buechlerjoe@toadmail.com>
Seems odd, there's only been maybe three group members that have expressed interest in a std kbd in the past, but now folks are coming out of the woodwork to say "no wood" :-) I think a wood option would be good. The asol and synth.com keyboards aren't really an alternative to wh
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2003-02-04 by Bakis Sirros
couldn't agree more with you,phil... bakis. --- "Dr. Tlwo Twlo, Pataphysician" wrote: > well, I don't really care about the wood on the TKB, > as long as it's > sturdy/no plastic. > But the A-154 is what i'm most excited about! I will > definitely get one at > least as I have 2 A
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2003-02-04 by Florian Anwander
Hi David > Terrific idea, Thanks. There is one disadvantage: As far as I know making a rectangular hole makes a frontplate more expensive (has to punched) than a round hole (can be drilled). Big advantage on the other side: free wired ribbon cables look so damn cooool ;-) Florian
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2003-02-04 by David Salter
Florian, Terrific idea, it would save cost by not having to duplicate electronics in every module and would provide a level of flexibility which is what modular systems are all about. Regards David Salter Reuters Consulting Tel: +44 20 7542 2402 Mob: +44 7990562402 Fax: +44 20 75
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2003-02-04 by David Salter
Yep, an octave switch would essential for those octave jumping solo's. I don't have a preference over wood or "industrial" finish for the kbd. My modular is housed in wood (personal preference) but as long as it works and is strong I don't mind. Functionality then: 4 octaves, two
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2003-02-04 by Florian Anwander
Hi Bakis > doepfer should manufacture the touch > sensor keyboard with all the a154 features included > AND the a154 module to enable all the a155 users out > there to greatly enhance their a155 features!!! I think, the solution might be a standardized digital bus for sequencer o
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2003-02-04 by Andreas Lindholm
Great work ripe! I wish I had a shaltwerk so I could help you out with beta-testing later. Perhaps I should pick one up now before you release the potential(and jack up the price) ;) You don't by chance have anyone in your trashcan RingMod? ;) I also see you have not given up hop
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2003-02-04 by Andreas Lindholm
Hi, list! After a long absence from the list(due to flaming and spamming from other lists) I just can't stop myself from writing a few lines about DIY. I have always been keen on having a closer look at the stuff that make up synths, but always felt intimidated by having to build
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2003-02-04 by Paul Schulz
Hi! I wanted to replace my A-110s´ tune knob by such a dual concentric pot, but those are hell of expensive :-( These pots fascinated me since I played an Obie Four-Voice some years ago. Can anyone explain what this "Vernier" thingo is? Paul ringmod45 wrote: > > > Hi Guys, > > I
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2003-02-04 by Dr. Tlwo Twlo, Pataphysician
well, I don't really care about the wood on the TKB, as long as it's sturdy/no plastic. But the A-154 is what i'm most excited about! I will definitely get one at least as I have 2 A-155's, this is the best module to me in a awhile (note: my Doepfer is mostly dedicated to control
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2003-02-04 by ps_minor <pscottm@hotmail.com>
agreed! metal is the way to go. aluminum would be fantastic. can't imagi= ne doepfer making a plastic housed keyboard but i guess you never know. -s --- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com, Paul Schulz wrote: > As long as the industrial look comes in real aluminium it´s okay, but > w
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2003-02-04 by Paul Schulz
As long as the industrial look comes in real aluminium it´s okay, but when it comes to plastic cases painted silver it´s just cheap (like on the novation K-station or Midiman Oxygene8 keyboard...). P. code_pig wrote: > Agreed on the "no wood" thing. Wood really isn't my idea of t
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2003-02-04 by Paul Schulz
phaeton777 wrote: > > Give me aluminium. Okay, okay. I just like music furniture ;-) But on the other hand it would be okay, too as you can choose from wood (Asys, DotCom) or aluminium (Doepfer) then. What about clear plexiglass? ;-) Paul
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
--- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com, Paul Schulz wrote: > What about buying several one-track mini-Schaltwerk modules and creating > a custom Schaltwerk this way? RM, any opinions? > > best, > Paul hi Paul, yes this could be a good idea, but it would be better to have a new main
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
--- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com, David Salter wrote: > Yep, I agree Joe, 4 octs max plus the points I raised earlier > good point. another idea would be to add a 3-way switch to scale the octave up or down for a greater range. RM > > > David Salter > Reuters Consulting > Tel:
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2003-02-04 by ringmod45 <ringmod45@yahoo.com>
Hi Guys, I agree with both of you here. Another idea would be to have dual concentric pots like the Oberheim SEM or the MemoryMoog. This way you could sweep the Range much faster than using a Vernier or use the fine pot to dial in the frequency with more accuracy. the vernier's u
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2003-02-04 by code_pig <code_pig@yahoo.com>
Agreed on the "no wood" thing. Wood really isn't my idea of the Doepfer image. Besides, every modular seems to use wood. Give me something industrial. Kevin
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2003-02-04 by phaeton777 <phaeton777@yahoo.com>
I'm certainly excited about the A-154 and would also purchase a "normal" keyboard. I've played around on a Buchla Music Easel and it's definately not a keyboard. Can someone enlighten me about the advantages of a "touch" keyboard over a "normal" keyboard? And please-no wooden cas
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2003-02-03 by Paul Schulz
Great news from Dieter! They should produce the sequencer controller (A-154?), no matter if the functions will be implemented in the TKS. I´m very happy about the plans to develop a "normal" CV/Gate keyboard. Would you prefer a wooden case like "The Demon" from AnalogueSystems or
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2003-02-03 by Paul Schulz
Well, no idea how to remove the selector but try this for frequency sweeping: Patch a constant voltage to the CV2 input of your VCO (A-110 or A-111) - play with the CV2 knob - have fun. best, Paul maex@firstfloor.org wrote: > hi list. > > is there any chance to remove this select
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2003-02-03 by Scott Collins
I would also like to confirm that with the production of the A154, that it will not just sell those modules, but also the A155s. I have been planning on getting a pair of the the sequencer combo immeadiately when they come out with a possible second pair not too far off in the fu
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2003-02-03 by ethanzer0 <ethanzer0@yahoo.com>
Why not make the A154 to control and the A155 and the Touch Keyboard? I'll buy one an A155 to boot. Ethan
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2003-02-03 by Bakis Sirros
hi list, i just received an email from dieter doepfer in that he clearly stated that if many customers ask for the a154,doepfer will manufacture it for sure! so,please,keep on voting!!!! bakis. ===== synthfreak(parallel worlds) athens-greece [Doepfer_a100] group owner-moderator _
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2003-02-03 by maex@firstfloor.org
> > > is there any chance to remove this selector and instead of it, use the > > tune pot. hi florian. > If you have a continous coarse tune knob you always need a fine tune. yes. i agree. and in my case its wasnt planned in general, but just to have one vco with this function. f
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2003-02-03 by Florian Anwander
Hi maex, > is there any chance to remove this selector and instead of it, use the > tune pot. If you have a continous coarse tune knob you always need a fine tune. It is a littlebit difficult to replace the switch, since it is very small compared to a poti. I'd suggest to add a s
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2003-02-03 by unknown freak
I have A-111s, ASys RS-90s with the full frequency sweep knob and VC waveshaping, and a couple of A-110s. That's also the order in which I would rank them. I actually quite like the octave selectors and find them very useful. I don't find waveshaping between saw and triangle part
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