don’t skimp on a PSU. they aren’t all created equal… also, less amps = less modules and these days the digital modules require a lot of power so get something lot’s of juice!
and you will want some digital modules… there’re just so many good ones!
Thanks for you reply!!
But, for these situations, what does a 10W difference do?
I thought it was a matter of current (mA) that would determine how many modules you can power using this or that supply…but Watts? Power?
Thanks for any explanations,
hugs
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What I like about the Power Row’s is that you can Daisychain them if you need a second or third one. Not sure if all the other Power solutions are like that.
The Row Power 30 is Powering 2 Rows a 84 fine here, its not even getting warm at all (ok that depends on the Modules you use). You should check out how much Power you need on sites like modulargrid or similar.
Eurorack power supply is quite a delicate matter, as many problems can arise in this area. Eurorack is not a standard and there are different approaches out there, some more prone to problems than others. I would suggest to stick with a linear design. The Doepfer supply that comes with DIY kit is a tried and tested one, so if space is not an issue I would go for it, considering that you get also rails nuts and buses it seems quite a bargain to me. If it seems overkill for your system, don’t worry. It won’t be for long…
Thanks guys for your answers…and sorry if I keep on dumb questions----but:
if I get the Doepfer Kit#1 will I be able to power, say, a MutableInstr. Braids?
I see it needs +5V and this voltage is not available on the Doepfer kit…II see also that Doepfer sells a voltage adaptor: LINK
Did I answer myself?
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I’ve just looked at the Kit’s pdf and each bus connection has pins dedicated to 5V…but I am anyway confused…!
Why some supplies have specificated the +5V voice and others not???
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sorry guys…ahhahahah I am just keep reading and writing at the same time
I am another plus one for the Uzeus
I just built a case and powered everything but for the vacuum tube stuff I need a walwart (Trogotronic stuff).
The folks over at muffs are very helpful too… The above link shared is good stuff. Enjoy and don’t ever apologize for “noobness” and asking important questions. I have seen so many fried modules from the red ribbon and pin positioning issues. The first case I got was a Monorocket case thankfully bc the whole row will go out when the connection is incorrect (plugging the module upside down).
I had no idea about 5v on the rail until I picked up some Mutable modules and I was scratching my head until I asked “noob” questions.
Welcome to euro, I hope you have zero plans for ever needing or having extra pocket change
the board has it labeled so you know which pin it will be on.
i have a doepfer monster case and it does not have 5v in it anywhere. i had to get a 5v adaptor as well. i’d be surprised if the diy kit has 5v in it. i think the doepfer site has info about the kit as well.
btw - many modules have a little 5v regulator built into the design (you can usually see it sticking off the back of the pcb) and it’s fine to plug those modules into euro systems that have 5v supplies.
my uZeus gave me lots of headaches. From bad noise and cross talk, to crooked panels that didn’t line up properly i just said F it and bought a 4MS row power kit. The barrel jumper feature is nice as well.
The uZeus gets pretty hot, I think they’re fine but with prolonged use I’m not sure how reliable it is.
I am certain I had faulty ribbon cables but either way, no headaches at all with the 4MS row power 40 with room to expand (my setup is only 84hp at the moment)
When people are talking about daisy-chaining Row Power modules, do they mean connecting multiple Row Power modules together, or simply attaching another flying bus cable to another? My apology for digging up an old thread… I’m switching from uZeus to 4ms Row Power, and while I’ve purchased a new flying bus board (cable), I have more modules than there are available headers on the bus cable. Tiptop Audio flying bus boards have two male headers on the end, whereas the 4ms Row Power module uses bus cables with only one male adapter / header. Are Tiptip Audio Flying Bus Boards compatible with a 4ms Row Power module? Do you simply just connect one (not both) male header to the 4ms Row Power module? Can I daisy-chain multiple bus cables together, so that I can power more modules?
I can’t seem to get any absolute information / answers on Muff Wiggler, or Google searches etc. Any feedback / info is much appreciated.
