beginners help

Hey, I am not new to music but to analog synths. I am very interested in creating drones and expansive sonic collages(I am currently trying to get my hands on a grendel drone commander). I guess I am lost with what types of equipment I should purchase first that will produce enough sounds for me to get started while I learn this entirely new language. Any help or reference would be extremely appreciated.

-michael

I would also like to weigh in as a beginner.
I am new to modular and a guitar player interested in using these for effects. My limited experience is Moog delay pedals, but would like to expand to other areas. What would be a good place to learn to get started with a modular frame/power supply?

thanks,

jim

Unless you are going to build your own, I've chosen a case w/ power from Pittsburgh modular. They have a few versions from small desktop cases to large 6u(two rows) at 104hp per row. They also have a cheap "in/outs" module with a 1/4" input which might help you. I've been researching for months and still haven't bought anything yet. Its a lot of info and companies to sort through, I know.
-michael

If you're not already familiar with the Muffwiggler's forum, this noobie thread is an excellent place to start:

https://www.muffwiggler.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=44345

... and even if you're not looking specifically for a Make Noise system, the manual Tony Rolando just released makes an excellent modular primer... explains basics like the difference between audio and CV voltage, gate triggers & clocks, as well as introducing the modules of the system, which can also be bought "a la carte."

http://www.makenoisemusic.com/content/manuals/sharedsystemmanual_1.10.pdf