from the ricardo kick thread
I'm not sure this thread is appropriate but as seen as it's gone pear shaped already, I was wondering how much it might cost to build a monosynth with a sequencer in modular? Say, 1 VCO, well 2 as I would like it to have a sub ocs, a decent low pass moog type filter and basic filter and amp envelopes. Oh, and of course the sequencer. Essentially, a bass synth. For something like that, am I better off just buying a used synth? Would there be any benefit to creating such a thing in modular over a regular analogue monosynth?
the benefits of modular are expansion, quality of sound and newness. it isnt going to die on you ! or if it does you can get replacement.
touch wood ive not had a single module die on me in 2 years (over 60 modules) and whenever ive contacted the makers about improvements and modifications theyve been very helpful, and even sent me parts for free to do it.
the only thing i query about your idea is; why the sequencer ?
theres nothing to be gained really in a small synth.
my modular is 65% sequencer, but i wouldnt bother with a simple sequencer, infact i didnt have one for the first 6 months, i just used cubase and a midi/cv convertor. you've got much more control from your computer. its only when you start putting together a more complex sequencing rig that it becomes worth it.
you'd be better off spending your cash on good VCO / VCF / VCA / EGs / LFOs etc.. as a starting point, plus you need a case/ PSU of some sort.
i'll putt a list together of what you might need, and maybe some of the other guys could do the same as they might have different opinions, and then you could start checking it out.
