I have finally decided to give a go at modular.
I have a reasonable studio at home with various synths (Hydrasynth, Deepmind 12, AS-1, Streichfett, Microfreak, DFAM, Subharmonicon) as well as various tools to sequence (Digitakt, NDLR) and a bunch of FX/Processors (Doctor A, GFI Specular, Analog Drive, FMR RNC).
I have a fairly good understanding of MIDI routing and synths but my knowledge regarding modular is basically at level 0…
I have started to mess around with CV, Gates and Clock through the use of a MIDI to CV converter (Kenton Pro Solo Mk2) going from Digitakt to DFAM. Tanks @microtribe for the help. This is mainly the reason why I am looking at modular: immediate hands on and access. Limited options with an array of modulations. Possibility to evolve in the future.
What I have in mind is a small techno skiff based on an Intellijel palette 62HP. Nothing to do with the rest of my other machines.
I have started to sketch something on Modular Grid:
I would like to start with the following concept:
=> 1 solid voice (Ataraxis Iteritas or Manis Iteritas or Intellijel Dixie II?)
=> filter (Intellijel Polaris?)
=> effect (Imitor Versio for stereo distortion. This one is attracting as being able to flash it)
=> utilities:
- Clep Diaz / Pons Asinorum for LFOs and Envelopes
- Mimetic Digitalis for Multi Channel CV Sequencer
- Lapsus Os for Attenuverter
- Scales is also attracting for a bit of variation on chords
- Pamela’s New Workout for Euclidean
What I am looking at are various modules but I don’t have a clue where to start.
Digitakt would serve me as main clock and sequencer for drums and I would also like to integrate DFAM (is it possible to route the VCA of DFAM to the modular through a sort of mixer?).
Effects outside the skiff I would use are Doctor A (Rev/Delay) and GFI Specular.
I am mainly looking at techno in the range of 120/140 bpm (Minimal as well as hypnotic) based around drums and percussions (Digitakt and DFAM) as well as a solid voice.
What is your advice?
Thanks in advance for any support or help, that would be much appreciated.