Buchla format/modules clean up

Hello to anyone interested,

I have changed the Buchla modules and clones (Buchla format) to something more consistent.
An example:
Modules made by Buchla (or clones of their output) should be named "Model 123" etc, followed by "Sequential Voltage Source" etc. This way, we can sort them by name and actually find all modules listed of an individual model number.

There are quite a few duplicates. I have taken care of a few as of now...
Another problem is all the CBS and San Francisco Tape Center modules - what to with these? They are in fact Buchla modules, but they are all over the place; some listed as Other/Unknown and some as Buchla.
Same goes for many clones: LA67, I Must Scream, R (RomanF), etc. These front panels are sprinkled everywhere among the listed modules. A huge mess.
If you care, give me some input on your thoughts about it all.

Thanks,

That's right KNYST, it's a big mess and not just about Buchla stuff. Not sure if this can be solved at all. Inconsistency is a trait of the human condition, I guess, and module entries are made by many humans.

An number of questions come to mind:

1. Who is going to decide how things are 'right'? (I find myself having different views over time)
2. Who is going to do the actual work? (Knut has a day job or two and can't be bothered)
3. What about DUPLICATEs? People are making very poor new module entries because they don't know how to use the Marketplace. Or do not care to.
4. 'Manufacturer Approved' lock. Even if you know/mean better, you can't. https://modulargrid.net/e/forum/posts/index/13163)
5. (Your gripe here)
6. ...
7. Can we please have a new Buchla 'Model 000 Source of Inconsistency' ? With a Tiptop made Euchla (pat. pend.) format RoHS compatible version, pretty please ? No wait, we got MG already ;-))

The world is a miserable place. But beautiful.

Buchla a mess? Did recently someone looked in the pedals section?

2. Who is going to do the actual work? (Knut has a day job or two and can't be bothered)

Please bother me anytime, if I can fix stuff I do it. I just have little knowledge about Buchla.

3. What about DUPLICATEs? People are making very poor new module entries because they don't know how to use the Marketplace. Or do not care to.

Moderators can merge duplicates or what is even easier just unlist/hide them, so only the uploader can see them.

4. 'Manufacturer Approved' lock. Even if you know/mean better, you can't. https://modulargrid.net/e/forum/posts/index/13163)

Under the Approved stamp is a link where you can send a message to the manufacturer and tell him he should unlock or update the data.

I will unlock modules where the manufacturer is out of business. Someone has to tell me which manufactureres that are.

5. (Your gripe here)

sighh

-- wiggler55550

Thanks both.
I know my ay around the Buchla universe, yet I felt the need to hear other users opinions.
I'm a moderator and will do my best to make it better. It will move slowly though, with some changes every now and then.
I will concentrate on the original modules and the clones.
Cheers

Duplicates and inconsistent listings are always a pain, especially with Buchla clones and obscure modules like CBS or San Francisco Tape Center gear. For those, maybe grouping them under “Buchla” but noting the manufacturer/clone in parentheses could work - keeps them searchable without losing the historical context. Overall, a consistent scheme like yours will make the database way more user-friendly.

Thanks. Yes, I have started to group CBS and SFTMC with Buchla,
(I've only done a few so far) including images from those early panels when available. 👍

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