2005-06-28 by charlesosthelder
Hey Ken! I've got the zero and span controls nailed for the VCO of the Bi-N- Tic and the response through the v/oct input is now where one would expect. Also the range of the VCO is very wide. After quite a bit of experimenting, it still seems that the bandwidth and damping contr
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2005-06-27 by charlesosthelder
more 4006 fun! In the US, check out Halted Electronic Supply at http://www.halted.com/ccc1073-cmos-ic-s.htm - they've got the 4006 for $0.49 US. That's not too bad. If there is interest, I could request a quote for a large quantity just to see what they come up with. Chub
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2005-06-27 by Josue Arias
Thanks Chub! Josue. 2005/6/27, charlesosthelder osthelder@... >: > Hi Josue (and everyone else)! > > I will ship these to you tommorow morning, no problem - and no > charge! Really, it won't cost but a dollar and Paypal fees would > eat that. These IC's were likely on the way to
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2005-06-27 by charlesosthelder
Hi Josue (and everyone else)! I will ship these to you tommorow morning, no problem - and no charge! Really, it won't cost but a dollar and Paypal fees would eat that. These IC's were likely on the way to the dumpster. Everyone else - keep building your DN's and I 'll keep lookin
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2005-06-27 by Josue Arias
Hi Charles, I need 3 of them. I`m overseas so please let me pay for them + shipping! here is my complete address: Josue Arias Cañada De Las Merinas 9 Colmenarejo 28270 Madrid SPAIN Please send me the total including shipping and your paypal address. Best Regards, Josue. 2005/6/22
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2005-06-27 by sasami@hotkey.net.au
>What is beginning? The tag the wiper connects to when the pot is rotated fully counter-clockwise. From the rear of the pot, with the tags up, it is the left.. The center pin is the wiper. >Do i then wire ground to the right wiper or what would be called 'pot end' >using this ter
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2005-06-27 by brett x
Hi All just after some tips on the quper psycho, i've figured out all the wiring etc in the most part but wanted to check what this means : GC Glide pot center GB Glide pot beginning LC Level pot center LB Level pot beginning What is beginning? the left wiper when looking at the
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2005-06-25 by John Loffink
John Loffink The Microtonal Synthesis Web Site http://www.microtonal-synthesis.com The Wavemakers Synthesizer Web Site http://www.wavemakers-synth.com That is amusing. It might be most accurate to say that it has lots of character, but with different tone than the Moog ladder, ma
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2005-06-25 by Adam Schabtach
I'm chuckling over something I noticed in the Synthacon VCF instructions. In the first paragraph, Ken says "Its sound is quite unlike Moog ladder, has a lot of character." But then in his tweaking notes, John Loffink says in his last paragraph "This is a great filter ... with lot
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2005-06-24 by charlesosthelder
Gosh, those sure arrived quickly! I've got all the envelopes addressed and IC's packed in anti-static foam(or tubes for those outside the US) for mailing tomorrow morning. Brett X on this list will be getting a few extra to help out any other Aussies with a Digital Noise fix. In
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2005-06-24 by Michael
Hey all, Does anyone have a sample of the ASR modulating the pitch of VCOs? I'm having trouble grasping exactly what this module does to CV and that would be the best example for me to hear I assume. If you do, can you post it up for me to hear or point me to it? Thanks, - Michae
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2005-06-23 by Adam Schabtach
I was going to use Eagle but I think I'm going to use DipTrace instead. Their pricing structure is better suited to my needs and I like the user interface a little better. However, the only PCB software I've used previously is the free one from ExpressPCB, so take my opinions wit
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2005-06-23 by cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the cgs_synth group. File : /Soggy_Bionic_Filter.fpd Uploaded by : supisuzoi son_of_zoggs@... > Description : FPD for the Frac'ed Bi-N-Tic in the photos section You can
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2005-06-23 by Michael
Hey all, I'm currently learning Eagle, who else on the list is using eagle? and if you are do you have any modified librarys good for synth diy? Any advice would be cool too. Thanks, - Michael nil-x --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , Ryan Williams wrote: > I like to use 35-36mil
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2005-06-23 by Ryan Williams
I like to use 35-36mil holes with 60-65mil pads. I just realized I haven't been following that rule to closely, but the bigger hole/pad makes it easier to solder. I have those sizes on most resistor, capacitor, diode, and DIP IC footprint. I'm fixing the footprints I have that do
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2005-06-23 by mmm_94117
Thanks for the reply. Let me pick our collective brains a little more. I am working on my layout. What size holes should I spec for typical leaded parts? Is there a standard size? What pad size is good for the same? --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , Ryan Williams wrote: > i've u
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2005-06-23 by Ryan Williams
i've used a few places. I pick one depending on how many I want and how big the board size is. Usually I only get single boards made so that limits things. I just can't justify buying 5 boards when I only want to build one, and it might not even work. but sometimes the price diff
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2005-06-23 by charlesosthelder
Well, that was quick! The 10K resistor at the 1 and 2 pins of the 4011 wasn't connected to 0v solidly. Now the Sub Osc rocks hard! For the uninitiated, even one channel makes for a very big sound! No exaggeration is possible here - Ken's design is killer! This has plenty of seque
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2005-06-23 by charlesosthelder
Ack! Virtual ground! Have I forgotten everything? I'd already gotten my answer earlier, though, as the B channel works well now. The A channel isn't so cooperative. There's nothing past the second opamp stage. The diode tested okay and there's a feeble (just over the noise) signa
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2005-06-23 by mbedtom@aol.com
In a message dated 6/22/2005 5:03:34 PM Central Standard Time, mitch@... writes: > Can anyone point me to a good service to get some PCBs made? I have > used the ExpressPCB mini board service. They'll make three boards for > about $60 USD, as long as the design fits certain crite
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2005-06-22 by sasami@hotkey.net.au
>If I use switches instead of pots for the divider outputs, will I need >to add a 47K resistor to ground for each output to the mixer? I've >finished this pcb but have no output except the channel B x2. This is >sent straight to a pot and the mixer. No need to add anything to gro
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2005-06-22 by mmm_94117
Can anyone point me to a good service to get some PCBs made? I have used the ExpressPCB mini board service. They'll make three boards for about $60 USD, as long as the design fits certain criteria. For larger quantities or other sizes they are much more expensive.
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2005-06-22 by charlesosthelder
Hey All! I just scored 30 4006 IC's, cheap! If you're building the Digital Noise and are having trouble finding this IC, send me email offlist charlesosthelder@... and I'll get one in the mail to you. No charge - I mean, who does Paypal for under a buck? Do NOT send money! I'll k
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2005-06-22 by charlesosthelder
Hi Ken! If I use switches instead of pots for the divider outputs, will I need to add a 47K resistor to ground for each output to the mixer? I've finished this pcb but have no output except the channel B x2. This is sent straight to a pot and the mixer. Chub
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2005-06-22 by Andre Majorel
On 2005-06-22 06:18 -0000, bambam4236 wrote: > I picked up a load of parts recently including parts for some CGS > pcb's and i ordered all the polyester caps (200n etc) and received > little lumpy looking caps like ceramics but shiny and colored) instead > of the usual plastic bo
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2005-06-22 by bambam4236
hey all I picked up a load of parts recently including parts for some CGS pcb's and i ordered all the polyester caps (200n etc) and received little lumpy looking caps like ceramics but shiny and colored) instead of the usual plastic box types that fits kens boards perfectly. Afte
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2005-06-22 by charlesosthelder
--- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , sasami@h... wrote: > Just send a -VE voltage into the CV input. > > Ken Easier still!!! I'm there... thanks Ken! Chub
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2005-06-21 by sasami@hotkey.net.au
Just send a -VE voltage into the CV input. Ken >Indeed! I should try this with one of the VCO's that I just finished, >but I thought I'd ask the list. Nothing in the original design notes >covers the subject. With the available control, this would be a very >nice LFO project. > >
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2005-06-21 by charlesosthelder
Indeed! I should try this with one of the VCO's that I just finished, but I thought I'd ask the list. Nothing in the original design notes covers the subject. With the available control, this would be a very nice LFO project. Chub --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , "Michael" wrot
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2005-06-21 by Michael
This would be a great mod, you can never have enough LFO's. Especially under VC. I have 2 vco's on order, I'll mess with this when I build them. - Michael nil-x --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , "charlesosthelder" wrote: > Seriously- has anyone tried doubling the 2200pf cap in t
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2005-06-21 by Michael
It seems like it would be a pretty simple thing to turn the cv cluster into an octave switch for a VCO. CV in is 1v/oct Mod in is not a jack but a constant 5v source. Switch the outputs to a single jack and you have octaves. Does this seem feasable? - Michael nil-x
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2005-06-21 by arithmade
I would appreciate you posting the .fpd file :) I assume the round knobs are Davies 1900-H. But what type is the position switch? Davies 1510-AH? Best regards, Jozka --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , "supisuzoi" wrote: > Yeah, that's my Bionic Filter : ) > > It is indeed a Schae
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2005-06-21 by supisuzoi
Yeah, that's my Bionic Filter : ) It is indeed a Schaeffer panel, or rather it was done by FPE. The layout is part Wiard 1200, part Buchla, part other. I haven't posted the .fpd file, but I should probably get around to doing so. Soggy --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , "arithmad
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2005-06-21 by charlesosthelder
Seriously- has anyone tried doubling the 2200pf cap in the core for low frequency rates? I've been thinking about getting two more VCO's and adding a switch for high and low range. Chub
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2005-06-20 by keithw@cix.compulink.co.uk
In-Reply-To: d8qn90+gh9q@... > many thanks Keith http://home.freeuk.net/lowpass
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2005-06-20 by arithmade
Hi, I have just recognized the Frac'ed Bi-N-Tic Filter in the Photos area - nice! I like the Buchla inspired design, but could not find more details in the archives. Is it a Schaeffer Panel? If yes, is the .fpd file available? Regards, Jozka
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2005-06-20 by Andre Majorel
Ken, in www.cgs.synth.net/modules/cgs27_tube.html, the parts list mentions a "680l" instead of "680k" resistor. -- André Majorel http://www.teaser.fr/~amajorel/ > Do not use this account for regular correspondence. See the URL above for contact information.
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2005-06-18 by Michael
Thanks so much guys for the suggestions. I got the hookup. Thanks a lot Chub! - Michael nil-x --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , Henry Till wrote: > Michael, > > You could try Debco electronios @ http://www.debco.com I ordered a few > from there about two months ago. Hope this he
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2005-06-18 by Henry Till
Michael, You could try Debco electronios @ http://www.debco.com I ordered a few from there about two months ago. Hope this helps. -Henry cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com wrote: > ________________________________________________________________________ > _________________________________
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2005-06-17 by david wright
i just got some from www.debcoelectronics.com just a few weeks ago - unicorn electronics usually has the 4006 as well good luck! dave wright ----- Original Message ----- From: charlesosthelder To: cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, June 17, 2005 7:46 AM Subject: [cgs_synth]
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2005-06-17 by Adam Schabtach
I just gave away my extra to someone else, but if you get totally stuck drop me a note and I'll see whether the local shop has more. They were NTE (as I mentioned) but the one I bought there worked for me and I could test 'em in my module before sending one to you. Doing so would
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2005-06-17 by charlesosthelder
Hi all! The NTE devices *are* really spotty but I've had about a 50% success rate with the NTE4006. Also tested in my circuit were A and B series RCA and TI units. The success rate was much better (though I only had 6 to test then) but there's no guarantee that any one device wil
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2005-06-17 by laxt57@aol.com
Hi Sorry no 4006s, I have 4007 and 4017 but no 4006s Jeri [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
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2005-06-17 by Michael
I'm going to be ordering the PCB from ken when it comes back in stock so yeah, I haven't found a source yet. If you or anyone else has one laying around, let me know, I can compensate for the cost, I'm in the USA. Otherwise I'll try the NTE one. Thanks, - Michael nil-x --- In cgs
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2005-06-16 by Adam Schabtach
FWIW my Digital Noise is running quite happily with an NTE 4006B. I purchased it at a local shop rather than Mouser, though, and apparently people have had mixed luck with NTE. --Adam > -----Original Message----- > From: laxt57@... [mailto: laxt57@... ] > Sent: Thursday, June 16,
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2005-06-16 by laxt57@aol.com
Hi When I get home tonight I will look to see if I have some, I used to, but my parts bins are a mess, so who knows? Jeri -----Original Message----- From: Michael nil@... > To: cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, 16 Jun 2005 16:22:30 -0000 Subject: [cgs_synth] Re: Source for 400
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2005-06-16 by Michael
Ok, so NTE won't work. Does anyone have a source to pick up just one 4006 that is usable and that won't cost an arm and a leg to ship? thanks, - Michael nil-x --- In cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com , laxt57@a... wrote: > Hi > NTE stuff is crap! Mainly rebranded rejects > Jeri > > -----
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2005-06-16 by laxt57@aol.com
Hi NTE stuff is crap! Mainly rebranded rejects Jeri -----Original Message----- From: Michael nil@... > To: cgs_synth@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, 16 Jun 2005 14:20:34 -0000 Subject: [cgs_synth] Re: Source for 4000 series chips for Digital Noise Source? Hey all, Ok, so let me get th
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2005-06-16 by Michael
Hey all, Ok, so let me get this straight because the archives are giving me conflicting info. Is the mouser part 526-NTE4006B ok to use or not? Sorry to ask again but I didn't see the conclusion. If not does anyone have one of the ones that do work that can hook me up? Thanks ahe
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2005-06-16 by bbluthang
> Anyone have any demos of the ASR in operation, > I think I have my head round it but would like to hear > some demos to see if it matches my imagination. > hi Keith if you check out Dave Wright's homepage, he has a short video(!) of the ASR in action http://www.carrionsound.com
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