MOTM

> I just patched my 490 and got an extra 6 dB of gain, and now
> is at unity gain (or near) when fully open. :-)
>
> Btw, the 440 is still louder, as it can boost the input
> signal when the corresponding mixer knob is fully open.
>

Both correct observations (note: the '490 won't *seem* louder if a VCA is used, patch the output
directly to hear the difference).

The Moog ladder is a "low signal" device. The original 904A modular VCF ran at only 2V pk-pk!

Paul S.