I used to have the same problem. If you make your midi thru chain too long it could introduce delay. I used a midi thru box(midi solution T8), but as my setup grew I eventually got a midi patchbay(JL Cooper Synapse) with 16 ins and 20 outs. I sequence with hardware, but also have my PC hooked in the...

redchapterjubilee wrote:I just sold a Technosaurus Microcon II in your price range. 100% analog, MIDI, knobby and about the size of a VCR tape. Keep your eye out for one of those.

arrrggg. I was always curious about the Micron II, but I could never find one so I gave up and forgot about it. CURSES!

+/- 150usd prefer desktop/tabletop(limited space) fx unimportant(I have outboard) prefer hands on control midi preferred but not a deal breaker current sound generators: virus c, juno 106, yamaha rs7000, akai and emu samplers, various vsts off the top of my head, only the sh101, mopho, and the upcom...

to quote something I've read(I think on gearslutz) that sums up my experience perfectly(I use both)

"I find software practical, but hardware inspiring."

spring reverb and tape delay