Excellent choice Joe. The first thing that came to mind was the
A132. It isn't flashy or trendy, but have four of them.
I also agree with you on the differences between A110/111. I have
both, but in the future will only buy A110's.
Regards,
Kevin
--- In Doepfer_a100@y..., "Joe Buechler" <buechlerjoe@t...> wrote:
>
> > I'm wondering about the sonic differences between the A-110
> > oscillator and the A-111 "High End" oscillator.
> >
> > I know that the A-110 is discrete and the A-111 is using a CEM
chip
> > and has more CV and FM options. What I'm wondering about is the
> > sound characteristics of the two oscillators. Does the A-110
> > sound "fatter" and the A-111 sound "thinner "
> >
> > If someone could upload a sample of both oscillators, I'd really
> > appreciate it. I haven't been able to find many high-quality
audio
> > samples of the oscillators and filters online.
>
> I have both. I think it might be more accurate to say that tha A-
110
> sounds "dirtier" and the A-111 sounds "cleaner". The A-111 has a
> dedicated cult following. I currently use 3 A110s, can't justify
the
> extra space or expense for the A111s to myself.
>
> > Also, the A-112 looks great, but how does it sound How easy is
it
> > to create your own wavetables
>
> I'm not familiar with the A-112. Bakis will probably give you
> comments on it.
>
> > Also, I've been trying to decide if I should get the MAQ 16/3 or
if
> I
> > should get an A-155 sequencer module Is there anything the A-
155
> > offers that the MAQ doesn't I like the idea of being able to
use
> > the MAQ for driving the A-100 system plus other CV and MIDI
synths.
>
> > Just wondering if the A-155 would offer anything more than the
MAQ
> > would (specifically driving the A-100)
>
> The A-155 offers ties rather than just 16th notes.
> The A-155 has a toggle switch for each step, whearas the MAQ 16/3
uses
> the knobs for both pitch and step on/off functions, nowhere near as
> musical or useful.
> The A-155 is easy to sync with Midi, but the MAQ 16/3 is reputed to
> have problems if it's not the master clock.
> The A-155 can sequence external audio or CV signals, the MAQ can't.
>
> Having both might be ideal. I use both an A-155 and a Regelwerk for
> step sequencing.
>
> > Is there an FAQ for these types of questionsÂ…
>
> The group archives contain a wealth of information on all these
> topics. Use the Search function.
>
> > Last question: What's the most under-rated module Doepfer offers
>
> Many people dislike the A-132 dual VCA. I love the thing.
>
> Joe