SynthModules

--- Mubo <mubo144@yahoo.com> wrote:
> im getting ready to start on my modular...and in doing so i have 
> taken notice of the difference in price between the MOTM kits and
> the synth.com units.
> 
> are the MOTM units really that much better? ...

--LH--
First let me say that the dot com modules are fine and a good value
for the price.  Roger packs a lot of bang into his buck.

Howwever, they are significantly different than MOTM and hence the
price difference.  

Dot com = cheap import jacks.
MOTM = Swithccraft 112A (industry quality stabdard)
Dot com = 87 cent carbon pots
MOTM = $6 sealed conductive plastic pots.
Dot com = pots and jacks "plug" onto PCB
MOTM = all hand soldered

I could go on a long time about the differences, but I think you will
see that while both are good in their own way, the MOTM modules use a
higher quality part in all cases. 

And, the designs are all more featured.  For example:
Look at the dot com pedal interface, now look at the MOTM pedal
interface.  2 completely different modules when features are
compared.  To get control with the dot com like you have on the MOTM,
you have to buy a module with attenuators.  The you still do not get
the gate extractor.

Think about inovative design.
Dot com filters = 2
MOTM filters = 6 and growing.

So, my opinion is obvious.  But, I will also say that you get your
moneys worth with both of them.  It just depends on what you want to
buy.

For me, I love building.  I love getting schematics and theory of
operation docs.  You do not even get a schematic with dot com.  And,
If I want to modify my MOTM module somewhat (which I sometimes do), I
have everything I need to do so. If you have any desire to do any DIY
work, MOTM kits will help you get started in that direction.

Now, I think Andrew also mentioned Blacet.  I love John's stuff.  I
own a lot of it.  But, I personally do not like the small frac rack
format.  So, all of mine are converted to the larger MOTM format.

If you like the small frac frack format, Blacet is some really good
stuff.  He deliverys a big value for the buck since it is cost less
to produce modules in that size format.

Good luck in your decision.
Larry Hendry

http://www.wiseguysynth.com
(support site for the MOTM format)


	
		
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