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DeFrag
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USA
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 Posted - 02/13/2008 : 06:29:14
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I think tomorrow I'll order the Moog Etherwave theremin kit so I can make my very own space movies. I need a 2nd job.. 
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Goran
Double Platinum Member
Sweden
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Posted - 02/13/2008 : 11:07:40
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I have once tried a theremin, a vintage one, and that was a lot of fun!
Are the new ones very expensive?
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Dr. Bob
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Australia
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Posted - 02/13/2008 : 11:53:29
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Hi Defrag
You said it wa a Kit? do you have to build the PCB's kind of kit, or a screw it all together kind of kit?
What do they cost.
A local electronics & hobby magazine here in Oz, called "Silicon Chip"
designed & published a hobby kit one as well. & the kits are sold through the local electronics shops.
It was under $60 if I remember???
They have a web page.
Just found the link, they actually have 3 different designs.
My friend has all the mags going back quite a way,
I might ask if I can scan the articles.
28 April 2005
30 May 2005
13 July 2006
03 August 2000 ( the mini one I was thinking of initially)
http://www.siliconchip.com.au/cms/search/index.html?scope=&keywords=theremin&Search=Search
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FRANZONI
Double Platinum Member
Ireland
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Posted - 02/13/2008 : 14:08:31
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amazing effect....all the old black and horror movies have it in them when theres a scary bit coming up...this would be a super effect to have on a gig. ..really get the audiences attenion... or else have them running screaming out the door.. .. |
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DeFrag
Moderator
USA
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DeFrag
Moderator
USA
3409 Posts |
Posted - 02/13/2008 : 22:36:11
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Ahhh... I feel much better now. I got the requisite Hercules round-bottomed stand to go with it. Herc sure makes quality stands.  |
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DeFrag
Moderator
USA
3409 Posts |
Posted - 02/26/2008 : 01:11:38
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Alrighty then!
Its put together.. all that analog Moog goodness. I guess you never really forget how to solder up a good job.  Sure, its probably one of the toughest instruments to play but what a fun little project. I'll tune it up tonight for the widest octave range (5 I think), sensitivity & such. I'm currently running it through my Peavey Studio Pro 40 guitar amp high-gain input & with a bit of Saturation & 'verb it sounds fantastic. Moog even includes a Hot Rod modification manual to add different outputs. Its strange that they'll fully cover this thing under warranty as if you bought it fully assembled from them but that's Moog.. one great company. |
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Dr. Bob
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Australia
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Posted - 02/26/2008 : 07:11:26
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Originally posted by DeFrag
Alrighty then!
Its put together.. all that analog Moog goodness. I guess you never really forget how to solder up a good job. Sure, its probably one of the toughest instruments to play but what a fun little project. I'll tune it up tonight for the widest octave range (5 I think), sensitivity & such. I'm currently running it through my Peavey Studio Pro 40 guitar amp high-gain input & with a bit of Saturation & 'verb it sounds fantastic. Moog even includes a Hot Rod modification manual to add different outputs. Its strange that they'll fully cover this thing under warranty as if you bought it fully assembled from them but that's Moog.. one great company.
Hi DeFrag
Congrats dude
I have 3 words --- SOUND SAMPLES Please.
PS
I found the bits to my old Optomin that I wrote about above.
I'll have to rebuild the case, but it's all there..
It was a prototype & just made from heavy cardboard. & gaffa tape.
Just waiting for the rainy season ... 
Regards Dr. Bob |
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DeFrag
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USA
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Posted - 02/26/2008 : 16:53:10
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Dr. Bob
Moderator
Australia
6593 Posts |
Posted - 02/27/2008 : 08:29:35
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quote:
Originally posted by DeFrag
I want to see some pics of it in your studio
And you playing it...
Sounds sample wouldn't go astray either.
Regards Dr. Bob |
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DeFrag
Moderator
USA
3409 Posts |
Posted - 02/27/2008 : 08:50:25
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| I dunno man.. this thing is tough. I'm trying to bang out a simple scale or Amazing Grace. Its hard enough coordinating my hands for volume & pitch.. like patting your head & rubbing your tummy.. then switching. Vibrato on the pitch antenna, tremolo on the volume antenna. Tks for your interest but don't hold your breath. It'll be a while. |
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Dr. Bob
Moderator
Australia
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Posted - 02/27/2008 : 13:06:26
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DeFrag
Simple Fix
Just make Sci Fi & space sounds. |
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