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Thanks, control via midi sounds a bit simpler for a first project, i agree. I bet there won't be much trouble with the CC's doin' this either? Then now i'm leaning more toward building a standard small config stereo MB Sid. I want to start easy and from the base, and then later i will go on building the MB6582 i think. big kisses for all of you.

hmm, maybe if i could make a connection with a safety (like the xbox controller, if you know what i mean) that if stretched to much would disconnect, the thought would be that you wouldn't have to always use the controll surface if you don't want, it would be like a epxansion you could connect and disconnect. but on the voltage note, i would then have it very small in lenght, just so you can put it on top of the core. If it would be possible to have about a maximum of 30 cm of lenght on the cable connecting the control and the core without any issues then it maybe would be a nice diferent desing on the MB sid. Also then I would build the core and sid first and then build a separate control surface, and of course keep in mind that i would like to have the control on top of the core when building the core. still wondering if i should get parts for the MB6582 or just a minimal 2 sid config tho, but it's nice to discuss possibilities with you guys, since i'm a newbie as well. And I won't order 'til the end of this month so I have some time considering my choices. What draws me to the MB6582 is hte possibility to expand the amount of sid chips as well as it's compiled with the necessary modules on one pcb.

I think maybe the modular version could suit me better even though the MB6582 would be really nice to have, although I think I want to finish a stereo config first as a part of expanding my synth collection, so i'm still deciding which i should do, but maybe the modular is better, although i really want to have some real time controllers. of course maybe expanding the MB later would be an option as well. Btw, a thought I had, would it be possible to build the control surface as an external part, not directly connected to the core and sid modules? Like a two piece MB Sid, maybe could make a secure wire that connects them and makes it controllable? just a thought, reflections? I'm considering later on to buy a Bitstream 3X, maybe I could use that to control the MB sid? Until I decide how to build my control surface.

thanks, man. you reall yhelped clear things up. I'm rather interested in building the MB 6582, it looks reeally nice with the controlsurface as well, so i'm thinking maybe go with that for my first build actually. I think my biggest problem would be getting a good panel, i have NO idea where i can get one at a fair price, and i live in sweden.

Thanks! I might wait a month and order the MB 6582 kit instead. There's no issues with the new pic and the 6581 chips right? And when you say all aprts instead of different modules do you mean i don't have to order any DIN, SID modules on top of that? All parts inlcuded for a building seesion as well? so basically if i get you right, all i have to order besides this is parts for the control surface, knobs, PSU, and case? (btw, this was my first thread and after reading this and others i really like this community. pure DIY spirit with help from friends, hehe. thanks to all of you!)

Oh, I saw a picture of one before, looked really nice, what's the main difference? I saw they had some kits of that at the Avishowtech-shop as well. Hmm. More things to consider, hehe. I'm not aiming at ordering all at once tho. I just want to get started with the essentials and go from there, if that would make sense.

Yeah, I figured the same: 1 core and 2 sid modules I missed that page totally! haha, must have been very tired or i have forgotten about it. Anyways, can I just pick what I feel I need to have on the control surface? As long as I got the stuff for it I mean.

Hey! I got a hold of 2 new old stock SID's (6581) some time ago, and been looking to build myself a nice synth for some time. I finally have decided to take care of this now. I read and read about the setups and parts but still haven't got my head straight on what I should order. I apologize if this is one of those "not again" threads. I assume I want a stereo setup since i have two identical chips. What I wonder is what type of control surface I should aim to build. I must have the ability to tweak some envelopes and cutoff, and stuff like that. How would I best go about to build a more extended minimal surface. And what would be recommended with only 2 SID's? I think I'm a bit confused by all things I read back and forth, I really would like if someone could suggest a setup for me that makes sense. Or at least help me figure one out that suits me. Also I think I will be ordering from Avi Showtech, I don't have a burner so I'm currecntly looking on the preburned kits. I have used my Polysix for too long now and new some new hardware. If you would be so kind, show me the path to enlightenment.