Having been on a synth chase for a bit has lead me to find that I am not a synthesizer person, but instead, a rhythm programmer (if that makes sense).
I found that I cannot settle on a sound if the instrument I am using is highly flexible, like an A4, Rytm, all Digis, MD, MnM, etc; and instead, I find myself creating sequences on Vintage Roland gear, like the SH-101, TR-707/727/09 or similar, to get those basic snappy tones and drums I like.
Also, when trying to sell my more expensive ‘non-essential’ items, like the ones mentioned above, ‘Vintage Roland’ is the only trade option I consider. I’ll add the word ‘Analog’ in there too, that way people don’t offer the wrong ‘Vintage Roland’. (Is there?)
I’m down to just a few pieces nowadays, and of course, mostly Roland. Still on lookout for the possibility of acquiring a System 100M or a TB-303 though, so the hunt never really ends.