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Re: [motm] Universal Event generator status

2000-09-25 by weld@buffalo.com

What would some typical uses of this module be ?
Jim

Tony Karavidas wrote:

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>
> Hello list,
>
> The UEG that all of you commented on a few weeks ago is coming along nicely.
> There are just a few items left to finish and I hope to be building these in
> about a month. I haven't quoted a price publicly, because I'm still waiting
> for some quotes on materials, but I can say it will be in the high $200
> range.
>
> I think you will like the performance of this module! ;)
>
> Tony Karavidas
> Encore Electronics
>
> http://www.encoreelectronics.com
>
> Designers of "The best MIDI to CV converter on the planet." -Keyboard Oct.
> 1997

RE: [motm] Universal Event generator status

2000-09-25 by Tony Karavidas

Well.... at it's most basic function it behaves as a envelope generator
similar to the MOTM 800. I think you probably already know typical uses of
envelope generator. The enhancements of the UEG is that it is multistage.
There are 8 times and 7 levels that it can traverse. A normal ADSR would
have 4 times and 3 levels. The cool thing about the UEG is that each level
is adjustable, where as the ADSR, only the "sustain" level is adjustable.
Look at the little graphic on the image:

http://www.encoreelectronics.com/motm/ENVGEN5.JPG


Some of the unique aspects of this module is the looping function and the
selectable slope. There will be a full writeup on the website in about two
weeks.

Regards,
Tony Karavidas
Encore Electronics

http://www.encoreelectronics.com

Designers of "The best MIDI to CV converter on the planet." -Keyboard Oct.
1997

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> -----Original Message-----
> From: weld@... [mailto:weld@...]
> Sent: Monday, September 25, 2000 2:19 PM
> To: motm@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [motm] Universal Event generator status
>
>
>
> What would some typical uses of this module be ?
> Jim
>
> Tony Karavidas wrote:
>
> >
> > Hello list,
> >
> > The UEG that all of you commented on a few weeks ago is coming
> along nicely.
> > There are just a few items left to finish and I hope to be
> building these in
> > about a month. I haven't quoted a price publicly, because I'm
> still waiting
> > for some quotes on materials, but I can say it will be in the high $200
> > range.
> >
> > I think you will like the performance of this module! ;)
> >
> > Tony Karavidas
> > Encore Electronics
> >
> > http://www.encoreelectronics.com
> >
> > Designers of "The best MIDI to CV converter on the planet."
> -Keyboard Oct.
> > 1997
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

Re: [motm] Universal Event generator status

2000-09-25 by weld@buffalo.com

Tony...
Will you be doing more modules ?
Jim

Tony Karavidas wrote:

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>
> Well.... at it's most basic function it behaves as a envelope generator
> similar to the MOTM 800. I think you probably already know typical uses of
> envelope generator. The enhancements of the UEG is that it is multistage.
> There are 8 times and 7 levels that it can traverse. A normal ADSR would
> have 4 times and 3 levels. The cool thing about the UEG is that each level
> is adjustable, where as the ADSR, only the "sustain" level is adjustable.
> Look at the little graphic on the image:
>
> http://www.encoreelectronics.com/motm/ENVGEN5.JPG
>
> Some of the unique aspects of this module is the looping function and the
> selectable slope. There will be a full writeup on the website in about two
> weeks.
>
> Regards,
> Tony Karavidas
> Encore Electronics
>
> http://www.encoreelectronics.com
>
> Designers of "The best MIDI to CV converter on the planet." -Keyboard Oct.
> 1997
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: weld@... [mailto:weld@...]
> > Sent: Monday, September 25, 2000 2:19 PM
> > To: motm@egroups.com
> > Subject: Re: [motm] Universal Event generator status
> >
> >
> >
> > What would some typical uses of this module be ?
> > Jim
> >
> > Tony Karavidas wrote:
> >
> > >
> > > Hello list,
> > >
> > > The UEG that all of you commented on a few weeks ago is coming
> > along nicely.
> > > There are just a few items left to finish and I hope to be
> > building these in
> > > about a month. I haven't quoted a price publicly, because I'm
> > still waiting
> > > for some quotes on materials, but I can say it will be in the high $200
> > > range.
> > >
> > > I think you will like the performance of this module! ;)
> > >
> > > Tony Karavidas
> > > Encore Electronics
> > >
> > > http://www.encoreelectronics.com
> > >
> > > Designers of "The best MIDI to CV converter on the planet."
> > -Keyboard Oct.
> > > 1997
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >

RE: [motm] Universal Event generator status

2000-09-25 by Tony Karavidas

> Tony...
> Will you be doing more modules ?
> Jim



Maybe, it really depends on the success of this module. It takes a lot of
time to do this, and basically I need to spend my time on things that will
allow me to earn an income. (just like anyone else) One or two or even a few
modules won't do it, but these and other things as a combined income will.

Of course I can't sell modules that no one wants either. Just because it's
designed an built doesn't mean that success will happen. That is one reason
why I sub' to many lists to try and read the pulse of an industry, even if
it's a cottage industry.



Tony Karavidas
Encore Electronics

http://www.encoreelectronics.com

Designers of "The best MIDI to CV converter on the planet." -Keyboard Oct.
1997

Re: [motm] Universal Event generator status

2000-09-25 by davevosh@aol.com

In a message dated 00-09-25 17:57:54 EDT, you write:

<< Of course I can't sell modules that no one wants either. >>


tony,
when the module is available be sure to spread the word through the whole 
modular synth community. i know it`ll take me a bit to ahve the money to buy 
one but i definitely want one! it is one of the most unique module 
implementations i have seen in some time and deserves to be a success.
best,
dave v.

RE: [motm] Universal Event generator images

2000-09-26 by Tony Karavidas

If you want to see a *bad* photo of the prototype, look here:

http://www.encoreelectronics.com/motm/proto1s.jpg


and one waveform shot (linear ramp)


http://www.encoreelectronics.com/motm/scopelin.jpg


Just in case you were thinking "vaporware."  :)

Tony Karavidas
Encore Electronics

http://www.encoreelectronics.com

Designers of "The best MIDI to CV converter on the planet." -Keyboard Oct.
1997

Re: [motm] Universal Event generator images

2000-09-26 by J. Larry Hendry

I can't imagine anyone thinking that.  Thanks for the photos.
LH

----- Original Message ----- 
From: Tony Karavidas <tony@...>
Just in case you were thinking "vaporware."  :)

RE: [motm] Universal Event generator images

2000-09-26 by zapsn0n

tony, looks awesome. built-in lin&log lag, manual trigger button, 
looping.....what are the 'finish loop' functions?

will its physical size fit with MOTM modules?

approx. price & availability?

thanks,
mark

RE: [motm] Universal Event generator images

2000-09-26 by Tony Karavidas

The finish loop is one mode of the switch. If it's in GATED mode(top switch,
bottom position), then the second switch comes into play. In gated mode, the
module will loop from the start to end over and over while the gate is
active. When the gate is removed, there are two ways to complete the
envelope. The first way is to continue through all of the stages. That is
"FINISH LOOP" mode. The other way is to complete the current stage (could be
any number from 2 to 7) and then jump to stage 8 which is the final release
to zero. That is "RELEASE" mode.

It is a standard 2U (wide) MOTM module. Approx price was mentioned
yesterday, high $200's. (You know 279 to $299 range) pre-assembled and
tested. Approx availability is about 5 weeks if I can continue at my current
pace.

Tony

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> -----Original Message-----
> From: zapsn0n [mailto:n0nspaz@...]
> Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2000 6:35 AM
> To: motm@egroups.com
> Subject: RE: [motm] Universal Event generator images
>
>
> tony, looks awesome. built-in lin&log lag, manual trigger button,
> looping.....what are the 'finish loop' functions?
>
> will its physical size fit with MOTM modules?
>
> approx. price & availability?
>
> thanks,
> mark
>
>
>
>
>
>

Re: [motm] Universal Event generator images

2000-09-27 by jwbarlow@aol.com

In a message dated 9/26/2000 9:10:54 AM, tony@... writes:

>It is a standard 2U (wide) MOTM module. Approx price was mentioned
>yesterday, high $200's. (You know 279 to $299 range) pre-assembled and
>tested. Approx availability is about 5 weeks if I can continue at my current
>pace.
>

Hi Tony,

I was uncharacteristically silent during the "development phase" of your 
module but I am interested in the UEG and all other unusual (and powerful) 
modules. My question is, will this module (what, no kits?!) be generally 
available after the release date (i.e., not a one time "buy it now" kinda 
deal)? I haven't bought any synth kits/PCBs for several months now and have 
some catching up to do before I start getting some new things.

BTW, I was really impressed with how well the old MOTM list dealt with the 
development of your module -- one of the best uses for a list like this!

JB

RE: [motm] Universal Event generator images

2000-09-27 by Tony Karavidas

Since I'm still selling the first thing I've done, I think it is fairly safe
to say this module will be around for a while. (Unless it really sucks wind,
which I don't think it does...)

Tony

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> -----Original Message-----
> From: jwbarlow@... [mailto:jwbarlow@...]
> Sent: Tuesday, September 26, 2000 6:18 PM
> To: motm@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [motm] Universal Event generator images
>
>
>
> In a message dated 9/26/2000 9:10:54 AM,
> tony@... writes:
>
> >It is a standard 2U (wide) MOTM module. Approx price was mentioned
> >yesterday, high $200's. (You know 279 to $299 range) pre-assembled and
> >tested. Approx availability is about 5 weeks if I can continue
> at my current
> >pace.
> >
>
> Hi Tony,
>
> I was uncharacteristically silent during the "development phase" of your
> module but I am interested in the UEG and all other unusual (and
> powerful)
> modules. My question is, will this module (what, no kits?!) be generally
> available after the release date (i.e., not a one time "buy it now" kinda
> deal)? I haven't bought any synth kits/PCBs for several months
> now and have
> some catching up to do before I start getting some new things.
>
> BTW, I was really impressed with how well the old MOTM list dealt
> with the
> development of your module -- one of the best uses for a list like this!
>
> JB
>
>
>
>
>