It’s live-oriented, but I also travel with it, so it’s my daily rack. It’s essential that it doesn’t get boring.
Originally, I had a Bartender mixer, with a Tiptop CR handling drum sequencing and the master clock. The mixer is really useful for live performance, but giving up that space means I can’t bring the utilities and I lose some of the fun. Instead, I added two send-and-returns. I’m also replacing the Tiptop CR with a 6equencer 3U.
Rene wasn’t my first choice, but I bought it second hand for a bargain price. The only disadvantage is the microtonality. Maybe I could add an octave switch with micro control if I have space left in the end.
I already have the top and bottom row, and I’d happily sell the Cwejman for a Squawk Dirty and a couple of VCAs, while saving whatever’s left. But it’s registered on my ATA Carnet for now.
For logic, I’ve just added the Logic Suite from Siam Modular, but I’m open to suggestions in same price range and size. I have 44 HP left on paper. Pam’s Pro Workout is accurate enough to serve as both the master clock and drum sequencer, but I’m more drawn to the 6equencer. It’s immediate and avoids menu diving; it just lacks the clocking capabilities.
I could also go for a desktop drum sequencer, like a second-hand Oxi One Mk1. That would be an extreme decision, but it would solve my need for an accurate master clock and drum sequencing. Still, carrying that much gear around is exhausting.
The Random 8 is for adding the movement. The Expert Sleepers Fuzz has an envelope follower, which is a nice bonus. The latest update to the Bohm really got me interested in the full set it’s like a standalone synth in its own right.
SSF Stereo is there for its character and versatility. Since it’s stereo, it’s highly convenient to have in the base patch. BTFD is for distortion, and most of the 2hp utilities are there to make sure I can keep having fun in daily use and Tweakers is for really hard drops.
I’ve also added a mult and could even add one more. 2 Hp play is for additional drum samples. I like having a dedicated sample-and-hold in my rack when I’m jamming on my own. Smoosher has a direct sidechain input, which is useful to have in the case in addition to the ducking function on the Bohm expander.
Go for it? I do always appreciate suggestions.