> 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.
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Many people dislike the A-132 dual VCA. I love the thing.
Joe