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Podcast 094: Richard Nicol of Pittsburgh Modular

Podcast 094: Richard Nicol of Pittsburgh Modular

FromArt + Music + Technology


Podcast 094: Richard Nicol of Pittsburgh Modular

FromArt + Music + Technology

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Length:
51 minutes
Released:
Aug 30, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The largest US manufacturer of Eurorack Modules is Pittsburgh Modular. They are inexpensive, sound great and are readily available from a lot of retailers. The company also produces a set of pre-loaded systems that make it easy to get started in modular synthesis, and has created an excellent bit of documentation to go with them.
I was hoping to talk to the owner, Richard Nicol, for the podcast; with the help of Jim and Elisabeth at Synthtopia, it came together for this episode. Richard talks about his start as a fledgling builder, his work with other circuit designers, his vision for the product line and his perspective on module creation. It was really intriguing to hear about his ideas, but also reassuring to see a plan laid bare.
An awesome interview, and a great way to understand how a database developer becomes a "modular mogul" (triple-grins to this - wait until you hear about his personal modular system...).
Enjoy!
Released:
Aug 30, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

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An interview podcast where we talk to people that are engaged in the connection of art and music to technology. Visual artists, musicians, software developers and other creatives are invited to talk about their background, current work and future vision.