Hi Florian,
This is really a nice concept !


--- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com , Florian Anwander
<Florian.Anwander@...> wrote:

>
> Hi Bakis,
>
> here is my suggestion for the arpeggiator. Levka did a good start.

So

> let me extend this:
>
> The basic functions:
> ====================
> This module produces a CV-sequence on its output which is derived

from a

> chord information at its input. Corresponding Gate-Outs are

produced

> too. The CV-Sequence is derived from a selectable pattern (pattern

not

> in the meaning of a sequencer, but the real theoretical meaning).
>
> Details on functions:
> =====================
> Chord information may be provided by midi in, or built-in mini-

keyboard,

> or both.
>
> The pattern is stored in a memory (EEPROM). The selection of the

pattern

> could be done by MIDI PrgChange, by CV, and/or on a quasi digital

level

> (switches or voltage ins (example from a A-160/161) which are read
> digitally). I suggest not to provide more than 32 patterns.
>
> It might be possible to transfer pattern data via MIDI and edit

them in

> an external program.
>
> A pattern contains at least the order by which the notes of the

chord

> should be played, the ryhtm and note length would depend on th

eprovided

> clock (classic arpeggiator).
>
> Additionally a pattern might contain the rhythm in which the notes

are

> played and the lenght of the played notes (extended arpeggiator as

it

> can be found e.g. the Access Virus). Alternatively it might be

possible

> to separate note order patterns and rhythmic patterns.
>
> The range of the arpeggio should be also controllable either by CV

or

> (easier) on quasi digital level (switches, digital voltage ins).
>
> Possible Connections and Controls:
> ==================================
> MIDI in
> CV-In for transpose
> Clock-In
> CV-Out
> Gate-Out
> CV-in for Pattern select
> Manual knob for pattern select (provides internal a CV)
> Switches for pattern select
> sockets for digital adressing of the pattern by CVs
> CV-in for Range select
> switch(es) for range select
> sockets for digital adressing of the range by CVs
>
>
> regards, Florian
>