OBERHEIM SYNTH

Thanks for the tips on the 3080!!!  It looks like the RCA's are
out-of-stock but I can get the a replacment parts for about $1.50 -
that is great news.  Thanks again guys for the tip. 
--- In oberheim@yahoogroups.com, "nelsonj_sce" <nelsonj_sce@...> wrote:
>
> Ok hard-core synth builders out there...
> 
> I have an OB-X the uses CA3080 VCA's like they were going out of style, 
> which unfortunately turned out to be the case.  I need a replacement 
> CA3080 for a mod I want to do (make the noise level 
> programmable/adjustable if you are interested) and I am seeking an 
> alternative VCA that will work like a CA3080, but that is more easily 
> available.  The VCA does not need to be pin compatible with a CA3080 
> (but it would be nice).
> 
> Any suggestions for a replacement/alternative part?  If so, where do I 
> buy it? I only need 1 or so VCA, not 50 like I see on e-bay. Anyone 
> have some 3080's for sale? 
> 
> I didn't have much luck on Mouser, Digikey had some possible parts but 
> they were non-stock and about $20 per chip.   
> 
> Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
>