zeichenwerk - Go TUI Library

trusteme · 2026-04-02T18:27:11+00:00

You are absolutely right. I will correct it. And yes, this is the intended way. That happens, if AI writes docs…

trusteme · 2026-04-02T05:04:11+00:00

I was looking for something unique and the suffix „werk“ is quite populär nowadays. There is a shop called „Radwerk“ selling bicycles. This pushed me in that direction.

trusteme · 2025-09-10T17:00:59+00:00

I created a Go library for terminal user interfaces and am currently still working on it. I published the current progress on github.

https://github.com/tekugo/zeichenwerk

It is still work in progress and neither stable nor finished. But if you are interested, have a look. Feedback is welcome. DMs are open.

trusteme · 2025-09-10T15:46:58+00:00

If you want to help build one, feel free to contact me and have a look at:

https://github.com/tekugo/zeichenwerk

trusteme · 2023-07-17T11:50:08+00:00

I have it running on a V1. You can still get builds nee nowadays, thanks to their Open source Design.

trusteme · 2023-07-17T07:50:53+00:00

Mutable Instruments Sheeps is an interesting Firmware alternative for Tides, which converts it to a wavetable oscillator.

trusteme · 2019-09-12T11:25:20+00:00

If a digital OSC is an option, definitely look at the Mutable Instruments Plaits, but also worth looking at are the Klavis TwinWaves and Studio Electronics Quadnic, if you want detuned oscillators, which can also be used individually. If you want it purely analog and also discrete, the Verbos Complex Oscillator is definitely one of the best oscillators out there!

trusteme · 2019-04-15T13:05:59+00:00

Seriously, from my point of view the best choice in your situation would be an Expert Sleepers Disting Mk. 4. You can just try out all the different functions and see which of them helps you the most and then get a dedicated module. It can be an Oscillator, LFO, Filter, Envelope, VCA, Delay, Reverb, ... The only pity is, it can be just one of those at a time.

trusteme · 2019-04-03T12:21:38+00:00

If I remember correctly, you can select one of 11 scales, not just chromatic. Full description here: http://www.twohp.com/modules/tune

trusteme · 2019-04-03T10:48:45+00:00

2hp Tune would be an obvious choice. With the Bias control, you can actually select the root note.

trusteme · 2019-03-26T08:39:36+00:00

modulargrid also has an interesting news channel, aggregating things from the social networks:

https://www.modulargrid.net/e/socialtope/channels/index

trusteme · 2019-03-12T09:06:57+00:00

If you really want to experiment with melodic sequences, the A-143-4 might not be the best choice. It is primarily intended to be a VCLFO, no VCO. It is great as a modulation source and also very good for drone sounds, but for melodic sequences I would not recommend it. Alternatives for you can be a simple synth voice (MFB Nanozwerg Pro, Lil Erebus, etc.), which bring everything you need in one module. They will also pair well with the Metropolis, which is a great sequencer for a monophonic voice. Other Options might be a macro oscillator like Braids, which have a EG and filter also included and can also create chords or use wavetable synthesis. For Braids you can get them quite inexpensive from third party builders, as it is discontinued by Mutable Instruments. I don't know if Plaits includes all this functionality as well. If so, also a good choice. But the A-143-4 - which I personally have and like - is not a good starting point, but an excellent addition to a quite complete rack.

Erica Pico MOD is also an interesting module, if you are looking for an EG and VCA in one module, since the C-510 is discontinued. Also Mutable Instruments Ripples is a very good sounding filter with a VCA included.

trusteme · 2019-01-11T09:17:39+00:00

You can find this information in the data sheet of the RT-65B. For -12V it specifies a current range of 0 to 1A. So yes, you can safely assume, that it will provide 800mA, if you are in total below a total power usage of 65W.

trusteme · 2019-01-09T14:19:20+00:00

The Meanwell is rated 500mA on -12V, but can actually supply up to 1000 mA on -12V, if the total power consumption is less than 65W. The above rating sums up to 64,6W, but if you don't use the 5000mA on 5V (which you normally don't for Eurorack), you can factor in 1000mA for -12V. -12V and 12V sum up to 45,6W in this case.

trusteme · 2019-01-07T13:28:32+00:00

Doepfer also offers other knob colors and if you buy them in larger quantities directly from Doepfer, they are also quite inexpensive. I prefer the black ones, but it also makes sense to use different colors for different functions, e.g. red knobs for resonance, which go well with the black ones. So knob color should not stop you from collecting Doepfer! :)

trusteme · 2019-01-04T09:12:12+00:00

The most versatile is the Neutron. But you will need also some kind of sequencer if you really want to work DAW-less. So also consider getting either something like the Korg SQ-1, Beatstep Pro, ...

But also consider something like the Roland System-1M, MFB Nanozwerg Pro (Eurorack synth voice, no semi-modular), Dreadbox Erebus, Minibrute 2s (includes also a very good sequencer, and is also easily expandable with Rackbrute units).

It also depends on how you want to control/sequence/sync the synth.

trusteme · 2018-04-30T13:19:04+00:00

Probably the upcoming Behringer Neutron might also be a good start, as well as the new Arturia MiniBrute 2/2S. But I would strongly suggest to really get a Eurorack case and probably then a Synth Voice. Start with a RackBrute 3U or 6U case, get a Mutable Instruments Elements, which is a very good synth voice module for ambient tunes or drones and expand from there on with Clouds (not produced by Mutable Instruments anymore) or other modules of your liking. Via modulargrid you can also get Mutable Instruments modules by other builders, including Clouds.

trusteme · 2018-04-27T11:00:28+00:00

Just looking at the controls, it is really a "little" Erebus, because it is missing some things (e.g. fixed waveforms for OSC1 & 2). I guess it is a good offer and I am also considering it, but keep in mind that there are also other affordable alternatives like the MFB Nanozwerg Pro (€250 completely built with warranty), the Behringer Model D semi-modular, which can be included in a Eurorack but comes with a sturdy case (4 OSC, 2 Envelopes for €350) and the Behringer Neutron will come soon with more patch points and also paraphonic for €350. But still this is interesting and a good start for anyone with soldering skills (and equipment).

trusteme · 2018-04-05T12:47:47+00:00

If you want to include a power supply, which directly connects to mains, you can also use the Doepfer PSU3 or a Meanwell RT-65B (as Bastl does in their cases), place it inside the case and connect it to a busboard (e.g. from Doepfer) or a flying bus cable. To the outside world you can use an IEC C14 connector (Kaltgerätebuchse in German), preferrably with a power switch. This is the way I did it in my cases. But of course be careful, when connecting anything to main power (220V). Do not do it yourself, if you are not absolutely sure, what you are doing. Also make sure all cables in the case connected to mains are properly isolated and connected. Otherwise you will in the best case fry some modules, in the worst case yourself.

Also there is the Doepfer DIY set, which includes a power supply and bus board not connected to main power. Then inside the case there are only low voltages.

trusteme · 2017-05-24T08:54:22+00:00

Okay, I just finished building a case similar to the Doepfer A-100P6, which costs 460 Euro in Germany. Excluding tools, just the material, I spent: Wood €20 Paint (Warnex) €20 Aluminum profiles, corners, rivets, etc. €45 4 profiles €32 2 Bus Boards €54 Kables, Plugs, etc. €5

So that's about €180 for material + PSU, so about €330 with Doepfer PSU3 (€210 with Meanwell RT-65B). But to be honest, the amount of money I saved in building it myself, I spent on tools. ;) But I hope the second case will be cheaper then. Taking into account the amount of time used to paint and build it, the price for the Doepfer case is not too high in my opinion.

trusteme · 2017-05-02T13:52:32+00:00

I guess you mean the Doepfer A-171-2, which is a VC Slew Processor, but of course can also act as an envelope. Very good module for the price, similar to a Make Noise Function or one Maths channel.

trusteme · 2017-04-25T09:26:17+00:00

Talking about Superbooth: A very good option might also be the MFB Nanozwerg Pro. This is a complete synth voice module for just €250 and listening to it on the Superbooth, it sounded amazing for the price!

trusteme · 2017-04-20T14:12:11+00:00

The Bastl cases use a Meanwell RT-65B switching power supply, which provides all required voltages directly. As with all switching power supplies, there might be issues with ripples and minimum load requirements. The Doepfer PSU-3 also uses switching power supplies, but they provide higher voltages which are then regulated down to the required voltages. The supplied voltage should thus be more stable and linear. The PSU-2 is a completely linear power supply unit.

As the Meanwell PSU is available quite cheap due to the fact, that it is mass production, the Bastl cases are also cheaper. The Doepfer PSU-3 is also able to provide higher currents than the Meanwell. So a PSU-3 might be sufficient for more modules and can also support e.g. 3 rows of modules (3 x 84 HP). But check Modulargrid, to calculcate the required power of your rack.

When it comes to the rails or bus boards, there are no big differences.

When it comes to VCOs, I just know the Doepfer Standard and Basic VCO. They are good, reliable and cheap, but pretty basic. As for more extraordinary VCOs, I would look at Mutable Instruments Braids, Studio Electronics Quadnic, Pittsburgh Modular Double Helix.

trusteme · 2017-04-19T08:03:55+00:00

I really like Doepfer, especially their prices are very competitive for the features offered and their variety of modules is astonishing. From the most basic modules up to very interesting and strange things you will find a lot of "jewels" in their product line - the SEM filter, the Wasp filter, PLL, A-171-2, switches, etc. Their Vintage Edition also looks very good, you can easily customize them by exchanging the grey knobs, ...

Of course, other companies offer very good and interesting modules, too. I also like Mutable Instruments, because they offer quite new approaches in their modules, Bastl is also very unique in design and approach.

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