MOTM

> I have been studying the photos for three synths:  Stooge Larry,
> Darmok and Synth of Doom.  If there are any other comprehensive photo
> sites of MOTM based larger synths, please let me know! Many questions
> are resolved by studying photos but I have two questions at this time.

There are some photos and a sporadic diary about my MOTM-based system at my
website, www.studionebula.com . My system is not as large as those you
mention; maybe about half the size. However, I have just engaged the
services of my cabinet maker to create space for a fourth row of modules...

> 1.- If you have a centralized power source (like Larry) how do you
> maintain a true "star" power distribution topology?

I have two supplies in my cabinets. The smaller one feeds a single
distribution board, the other feeds two boards. I guess that's not a true
"star" topology, but it's kinda close. :-)
 
> 2.- Larry's "Magic Buss" seems to me to be a pretty slick idea and yet
> I am not familiar with anyone else using such a system.  If you could
> go back and redesign your set-ups would you include something along
> this line?  Is is better to just go with mult modules

I would certainly consider doing something like his Magic Buss, although so
far I have found that one multiple and the use of Y cables has been enough
for my signal-routing needs. I did integrate an Encore Expressionist and a
homebuilt breakout panel for it into my upper cabinet, which provides some
of the functionality of a multiple. The first four CV and gate outputs both
drive a pair of jacks rather than one. That means that one CV (or gate) can
be routed to four destinations by using two Y cables.

--Adam