this would be amazing. i have no idea how to help though. just being
able to switch patterns in write mode would be a giant leap. midi out
in write would be great too. 32 step patterns are already easy enough
with chaining.

--- In tr-707@yahoogroups.com , "janoch23" <phlough@h...> wrote:
>
> I don't know about the MIDI faders idea; seems easier to get a
> standalone box for that type of thing. However, I really like the 707
> form factor and looks, and its hackability. It would be nice, however,
> if some things were a little more up-to-date.
>
> Therefor I wonder, has anybody considered replacing the CPU with a
> modern microcontroller It couldn't be that hard, right Would anybody
> be intressted in joining such a project I have basic PIC skills and
> could easily adapt to another controller, but I presently don't have
> access to much analyzing equipment.
>
> Has anybody analyzed the 707 data lines and addressing
>
> What I would like to add is better MIDI - faster and sending in all
> modes, more storage, better swing, flams and stuff on all samples,
> 32-note patterns, sample tune (digital), perhaps sample reversing,
> stuff like that. It could't be THAT impossible to add sampling to it
> as well, could it
>
> It might very well be easier to build a new drum module from scratch
> though. OTOH, the 707 _is_ a good lookin box and it has all the analog
> parts in place.
>
> /Janoch