yes, you'll need at least the input module to get the signal to the right voltage. it will rectify the waveform too (so it will be on the positive voltage axis, contrary to the signal from the DA converters)
don't use the balanced input. the impedance is for microphone signals.
all of that is on the doepfer site as well.
the vca in the doepfer system is not bad but don't expect fat quality either. it ain't no API
I'm looking for other options myself to fatten up the output signal before balancing.
the midi module I got (before buying the MCV24) to output the correct clock - but I had to hire a voodoo priest AND 3 wicca witches to get it working. (and a lot of chicken blood, entrails, crow's feet, and little furry things..)
I'm not in the studio, and don't remember module numbers. the overall sound of the doepfer is IMO a (tiny) bit gnarly kraftwerk type. the filters (most) are excellent.
for moogish warmness, add a moogerfooger.
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congrats
you just have entered a new addiction.
WORSE than 500 series lunchbox modules.
