MOTM

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> From: mbedtom@...
> Again I must tip my hat to Larry and Dave for a job well done on the
latest run of "stooge panels".

Thanks.  But, I think "slow crawl" is a better descriptor than "run."

> I commend Paul for his restraint and tolerance of such activities on this
list.

This would be a good spot for me to review the mission of Stooge Panels,
Inc. (not trying to put words in Dave's mouth, but...)  The beauty of
modular seems to me to be the open archetecture and the ability to arrive at
a combinitation of features that makes each synth unique in its character.
Of course, with MOTM esoecially, the learning factor is another valuable
asset.  For some, that will mean an all MOTM system.  For others that will
mean mixing in some modules from other systems like Blacet, Oakley, PAiA,
Moog, and DIY.  Many times, the modules from other vendors have some
attractive feature that is not and may never be available from Paul.
perfect exacmples are the Blacet Time Machine and Miniwave.  Since we all
want it to look nice, Stooge panels was formed by brain surgeon Dave Bush
Bradley. See: http://www.wiseguysynth.com/larry/the-real-moe.htm

Our focus is, and (will continue to be), on DIY (like almost everything Tom
F. has ordered) AND other unique modules that differ significantly from
MOTM.  We are not in the business to offer bulk replacements panels for
something already offered by Paul.  Now occassionally, we will run across
another module we may already have in our system.  So, if you have something
that does not fit the general guidelines for public Stooge panel offerings,
please ask privately.  I had a couple like this myself that I purchased some
time ago, and now I want them to look nice in my MOTM system.

> PS  So when is the next panel run?  I have a couple more already drawn
up...

Moe and I need to talk more on our re-organizing efforts.  However, expect
an announcement next month.  Metal for the panels will be IN MY GARAGE
before the first panel is ordered.  Wait on the stinkin' metal shop?  I
don't think so. :)

Stooge Larry (the step brother)