hello gustaf,

you are right, it is a matter of taste.
but there are quite some technical differences:

the a101/1 is vactrol-based and therefore you cannot use
it for filter fm. on the other hand the a101/1 sounds
smooth and warm. it performs great when you use different
input signals simultaneously. i'd say that the a101/1 is a
beautiful sounding filter.

the a106/1 can be used for filter fm, offering a different
sound range than the a101/1. the a106/1 starts to sound great
when things get rough, it is definitely not a filter for smooth
applications. you won't be satisfied by the a106/1 if you want
smooth and creamy sweeps on pad-sounds, but you will be pleased if
you want to add a harsh flavour to drums and things like that.

so it really depends on your desired application which filter
is the best for you. both are imho very good.

best wishes

ingo

--- In Doepfer_a100@yahoogroups.com , "gargar1974" <gustaf@p...> wrote:
>
> Hello group,
>
> Ok, I know this is a question about personal taste but I'm going to
> ask anyway.
> Which one is the best buy, A-106-1 or A-101-1
> How would you compare them when it comes to
> sounds/features/flexibility of sound
> Anyone have them both Which one do you like best
>
> I'm considering adding another filter two my setup.
> I have the 120 and the 121 (I'm not thrilled by the 121) and I
> already own an MS-20.
> Maybe I'll get them both over time, but which one should I get
first
>
> /gustaf