Thanks for the tips on the 3080!!! It looks like the RCA's are
out-of-stock but I can get the a replacment parts for about $1.50 -
that is great news. Thanks again guys for the tip.

--- In oberheim@yahoogroups.com , "nelsonj_sce" <nelsonj_sce@...> wrote:
>
> Ok hard-core synth builders out there...
>
> I have an OB-X the uses CA3080 VCA's like they were going out of style,
> which unfortunately turned out to be the case. I need a replacement
> CA3080 for a mod I want to do (make the noise level
> programmable/adjustable if you are interested) and I am seeking an
> alternative VCA that will work like a CA3080, but that is more easily
> available. The VCA does not need to be pin compatible with a CA3080
> (but it would be nice).
>
> Any suggestions for a replacement/alternative part If so, where do I
> buy it I only need 1 or so VCA, not 50 like I see on e-bay. Anyone
> have some 3080's for sale
>
> I didn't have much luck on Mouser, Digikey had some possible parts but
> they were non-stock and about $20 per chip.
>
> Thanks in advance for any suggestions.
>