Is this possible? (Regarding Mod2 -> SFP Devices)

Request a new device/modular module, and hope that some enterprising developer grants your wish!

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Chill69
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Post by Chill69 »

This is more of a question than a wish, as I don't know what all is involved with creating a new device from scratch with the DP. From what I've read in the DP forum, the assembly is similar to the Modular. I don't know how the graphics are assigned to the controllers, or how the controllers are assigned to the particular "modules", so please bear with me and help me learn. :smile:

I was wondering if it would be possible for someone with the DP package (which is far beyond the cost of most Scope users unfortunately, I wish Creamware would consider perhaps releasing a "Lite" version with less atoms and place it somewhere between the modular series and the full DP suite.. but back to the topic) to perhaps consider turning a few of the prize winning modulars (vers. 1,2, or 3) from the Planet Z Contest or other mutually acceptable sources into simple stand alone synths for those without the modular - using stock library graphics, all fancys aside. The idea would be to allow non modular users (mostly the Luna series boards as the 6 DSP cards include some form of it) to experience exactly how powerful the Modular software is, and perhaps influence them to pick up a copy.

I know it's difficult due to DSP issues, but even at 1-2 voices, I wouldn't trade my Modular software for anything - it's the single best investment I made for my Luna. As an added bonus, it'll provide 1-2 more "Freebie" synths out there to people that are looking for creative sounds with no budget.

The most difficult thing I can see about this idea is that it puts a large cost in the form of time (which in many situations is more valuable than money) on the developer recreating the modular to SFP synth. I wish I had the money for the DP, as I'd love to do it :wink:, but I don't. Is there an easier solution to this, or would this be a "if wishes were fishes..." dream?

Natural follow up questions -

1) Developers / Opinions?
2) Non Modular User / Opinions?
3) Which 2-3 Modulars would be the best for this solution if viable?
4) Is there anything non DP owners could do to help Developers to reduce the cost of time?

Chris
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