Re: [motm] 200 Series. Set your phasers to kill.....
2003-06-12 by Richard Brewster
Actually, I too agree that going nuts on the 200 series could be very cool. The only truly necessary MOTM compatibility is electrical. Let psychedelic
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Re: [motm] Re: MOTM-292 mockup?
2003-06-12 by Paul Schreiber
Add a CV Mod pot per channel, and GAIN is not exactly correct INITIAL is better. Paul S. ... From: Mike Marsh To:
Re: [motm] MOTM-292 mockup?
2003-06-11 by Paul Schreiber
Start with the basic setup, let s start there. Paul S. ... From: John Loffink To: Paul Schreiber ; MOTM
Re: MOTM-292 mockup?
2003-06-11 by Mike Marsh
Does that mean GAIN pot, CV IN, IN, and OUT? Plus LED? You could fit two of those in a 1U. Mike ... ... special MOTM ... makes ...
All this Buchla Talk...
2003-06-11 by Mike Marsh
...inspired me to get off my butt and wire up one of the 4 LPGs. Hooked a saw directly from a UEG-fed 300 and drove the CV with a SQR from the 320 which also
RE: [motm] Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by John Loffink
You, me and about 50 others. John Loffink jloffink@austin.rr.com The Microtonal Synthesis Web Site http://www.microtonal-synthesis.com/
RE: [motm] MOTM-292 mockup?
2003-06-11 by John Loffink
First we need to know what jacks and pots we need for those special MOTM only features. John Loffink jloffink@austin.rr.com The Microtonal Synthesis Web Site
MOTM-292 mockup?
2003-06-11 by Paul Schreiber
All you Photoshop geniuses see if a dual, triple, or Quad LPG makes sense. Having the CV jacks in a vertical column on the far left seems asking for trouble
Re: [motm] Buchla madness
2003-06-11 by Paul Schreiber
I got it! Decals! Like the old Big Daddy Roth car kits from the 1960s! :) Paul S. ... From: rreprobate To:
Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by John
I think the most Buchla thing Paul could do would be to really work on the 500 series. The 500 s seems to be focused towards experimentation and working
RE: [motm] Buchla madness
2003-06-11 by Les Mizzell
... You mean like this??? http://www.scampers.com/egres/gallery.html http://www.scampers.com/egres/gallery_2.html http://www.scampers.com/egres/gallery_3.html
Buchla madness
2003-06-11 by rreprobate
Now might be a good time to introduce myself to the list -- and maybe mention that I play my small MOTM with a Buchla Marimba Lumina? Since modern Buchla
Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by Mike Marsh
Yes, this all well said. I would add that the Buchla has some interesting and useful sound mangling modules though, and I would like them in my MOTM rig.
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Fred Becker
I think when pondering the 200 series that this picture tells a thousands words, but mainly that MOTM is COOL...
Re: [motm] 200 Series results
2003-06-11 by keithw@cix.co.uk
In-Reply-To: WOW! just seen all this talk about 200 series modules. Great Stuff I am very interested, but need
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Steve Martin
I must agree with the below here. If its gonna be done - do it properly.(i.e. keep everything Buchla-esque) Make it a new range - a different concept. A buchla
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Kevin B
While not the most popular view, I vote to make the 200 series as Buchla as possible, in both look and sound (sound being the most important). I say go all
Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by echo7even
... I doubt the electronics Don used in the modules were cheap 30 years ago...this was a time where LEDS could cost $20 each! he has always pushed the envelope
Re: [motm]
2003-06-11 by Mike S
... Ultraviolet ;)
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2003-06-11 by Markk
I m also thinking (GASP!) adding a *few* LEDs.
[motm] Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by Mark
Designing modules to be as Buchla as possible is the least Buchla thing you can do. They were unique and original for their time. Cloning Buchla modules
Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Scott Evans, Gen Mgr
First, I think this is a great idea to bring this type of synthesis to the MOTM line. ... Please don t. ... Only if necessary. I actually don t care for
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Adam Schabtach
... Yup, I have to agree with that, too. I don t give a hoot whether or not my modules are visually distinctive from across the room. I don t use my MOTM from
Re: [motm] re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Mike Fisher
... Exactly! The problem with the argument that all modules should stay on grid and use the exact same knob sizes , is that it s a significant limitation,
Re: [motm] Re: Thinking ahead
2003-06-11 by Adam Schabtach
... I d have to agree with that. I just finished my first semi-DIY project, which was nothing more ambitious than a MOTM conversion of the MiniWave. It took me
200 Series results
2003-06-11 by Paul Schreiber
I think the voting follows these party lines a) black panels in current MOTM form factor b) different sized knobs welcomed, colored knobs not c) Most jacks
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by gareII@aol.com
Have to agree with John..form should follow function. One reason I find this format attractive is that the panels are not distractive. After all, the main
Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Mike Marsh
Well said, John. This is my position exactly. Paul has made cogent arguments elsewhere about mystique vs. engineering, lately in regard to Buchla systems.
Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by paulhaneberg
I have mixed feelings about this. I think you should go in either of two directions. Option 1: Stay completely with the MOTM format. Same panel color, same
Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Speth, John
If the only justification for the 200 series to to have the *appearance* of Buchla modules then I would suggest you drop the idea. It s the sound and function
Re: [motm] 200 Series: Tune VCO, Turn Knob, Drop Volts
2003-06-11 by Jeffrey Pontius
... A good point. I ve always been curious as to why do people consider motm panels to be a Moog look ? Yes, they are more similar to Moog than, say E-mu or
re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by RogerPellegrini
It s great to see this discussion again. I think it has been admitted by Paul that the knob/jack grid , single knob size , and the simplicity of other
200 Series: Tune VCO, Turn Knob, Drop Volts
2003-06-11 by Tkacs, Ken
Several people have expressed the idea that there are factors beyond just a parameter list that makes certain instruments, such as the Buchla, unique. I
Fw: [motm] 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Sikorsky
damn... apologies to paul s how now has got this twice... ... From: Sikorsky To: Paul Schreiber Sent:
Re: [motm] Thinking ahead
2003-06-11 by Jeffrey Pontius
... I would also guess that it is not simply planting trees. I doubt if I am wrong (but Paul can correct me if I am), but like those of us that have
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series
2003-06-11 by gareII@aol.com
This could make a good starting point. Some tick marks..maybe some functional graphics And different size knobs could be helpful. Gary
FW: [motm] 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Tkacs, Ken
I can t see deviating from the MOTM standard. Why do it? I m not sure why the introduction of Buchla-style modules warrants a change in appearance that was
Re: [motm] 200 Series. Set your phasers to kill.....
2003-06-11 by Aaron Day
Hi all. I m really glad this subject has been brought up. First off, if there is a minimum of format change for these modules I choose to echo Mr. Brester s
200-Series Modules
2003-06-11 by mbedtom@aol.com
Regarding Buchla MOTM modules... Everyone has their own polarization as to implementation, use, and aesthetics of modernized classics and that is to be
Re: [motm] 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Robert van der Kamp
... Totally agree, I too love the orange on black layout. But the current MOTM layout is sober white on black graphics, large, widely spaced knobs, jacks at
Re: [motm] 200 Series
2003-06-11 by Robert van der Kamp
... Yuck! ... White on black graphics is okay. ... Different sized knobs in the same style is okay. Different colored knobs, nah. ... I like the grid layout of
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by Inform3r
... The 420 and 820 were created under completely different circumstances. And plus... Paul didnt ask anyone if they wanted it to look like a Korg or an Emu.
Re: [motm] Re: Thinking ahead
2003-06-11 by Paul Schreiber
... Not seen that to date, however. ... I don t disagree. However, I m still on plan to have ZERO kit backlog by July 4th. And, I ll have surplus kits after
RE: [motm] Re: Thinking ahead
2003-06-11 by John Loffink
In all honesty, in the DIY kits that I ve done, by the time I compile all the needed parts, place the order, then backfill the parts I forgot and reorder,
Re: Thinking ahead
2003-06-11 by elle_webb
... This is true, but it s also clear that the growth of your business is limited by your capacity to ship kits and modules. It s frustrating to have to wait 4
RE: [motm] Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by John Loffink
I disagree. No one requested the 420 look like a Korg module, or the 820 look like an Emu module. It will be pretty tough to make any MOTM format look like a
RE: [motm] 200 Series
2003-06-11 by John Loffink
... If you were starting from scratch, that d be okay. But now keep it black. For variety you could have larger painted areas, such as white blocks with
Re: [motm] Re: 200 Series - from the Devil's Advocate
2003-06-11 by Inform3r
... My sentiments EXACTLY! It seems like 98% of you guys are looking at this like a new MOTM module. I look at it more like a special series or edition
Re: [motm] colors & layout etc.
2003-06-11 by rogers t
First, I like Keith W. s layout for his quad LPG. I personally have no problems with a vertical row of knobs. That s the way I have my Time Machine panel set