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As long as Robert didn't mark the box "VORSICHT!!! Enthält tödliche Viren!", you should be just fine...

I think the headscratching is due more to the lack of information than the actual waiting time. Maybe it could be made much more explicit that a waiting time of around 3 months is expected and to not worry before that, both in the checkout process and in the confirmation email.

I finally got a shipping email last night, very excited again. Just have to wait for DHL/Parcelforce now! Shipping to UK so hopefully only a few days wait.

For reference, made an order on 28th October last year, but it was a fairly big order with a bunch of extra stuff and some of the newer modules.

Hope everyone who's waiting gets their stuff soon!

Awesome, thanks! Shouldn’t be too long for me now.
It’s sort of bitter sweet for me actually, on one hand I want to see just how far I can take the starter 2, on the other hand I can’t wait to try the new modules!

Got the "ACHTUNG!" from DHL a couple of days ago, so this likely means Gargantua's arrival here in about 2 1/2 weeks if the shipment time on my Dynacord Super 76 (from Berlin) is any indication...

Given its size, more like an un-coffin-ing...? Wow, that would be an odd word.

Having fitted the four modules that just arrived I now have just one space left, admittedly I could make more space by buying new cases and ditching the RACKLINK, but that does seem wasteful to me. Rather, I will just build another system (e.g. a "digital" one).

I have got to where I am relatively easily, but now I really need to rearrange the modules somewhat, they have just gone in pretty much wherever they would fit and I didn't really want to take everything out in order to out it all back in again. However, I have learned with each successive upgrade that it's really not that difficult to fit and move modules.

I know it's been covered a few times, but here are my thoughts, and none of this is rocket science (and I'm absolutely not pretending it is), it's just a few ideas, thoughts and steps for those who may be worried about doing it. If this is old hat, move on. If you're in the "worried" group, have a read.

Before you begin:

• Use our Grid tool to think about positioning, this means that you don't have to take everything out and move them around in front of you, although for some that "real world" in front of you approach works better. 
• Consider functionality when positioning, e.g. some modules will naturally group such as LFOS and envelopes with VCAs and filters.
• Consider specific things that you do, this again might drive some of the positioning, e.g. triggers and sequencers with sound-producing modules.
• Don't be afraid to commit to a layout, it's really quick to change. An iterative approach is possible without pain.

Actually doing it... getting modules out:

• Undo the screws at the back of the case, these release the pillars on the modules and allow the modules to be free of the case.
• You will be able to pull the module forward and now you can see the bus cable and the black connector to the module, if it's all too tight pull gently and you may find that the cable comes out further than you think it will as it's folded up on itself.
• Often just doing this pulls the module out of the connector anyway; however, if it really doesn't come forward, or you're worried, try unscrewing the modules either side to give yourself a bit more room.
• Next you have to pull the bus connector off, if it hasn't just come off anyway - gently and in a straight line is the way to do it, it's really not tight.
• Your module is now out and you can marvel at its compact size.

Getting modules back in (or just in):

• The first thing is to connect the module to the bus cable, and whilst this looks tricky, especially if you're putting a module into a single empty space, that folded cable is really helpful.
• You can use your fingers, put a screwdriver into the fold of the cable, and gently pull it forward, most likely it will come out far enough for you to plug in the module. If it doesn't, undo the screws on the module next to it, but don't disconnect it from the cable. Just lifting the neighbouring module forward often brings the connector that you want out far enough as well.
• If you take the neighbouring module out, screw that one back in loosely, then screw the new module in.
• I like to press on the front as I do up the screws and gently ensure that the module is going in straight and flat, doing up the screws little-by-little.
  
• You can tighten all up, including the neighbour.
• One important point that's easy to miss is that you really want to put the oscillators in the positions with the slots cut out at the back if you can, these are for calibration and allow access to the little screws on the board. If you have more oscillators that appropriate positions, you can either cut your own slots (drastic), or simply move them into such a position for calibration and then move them back once complete (simple).

The real trick is not to be afraid of pulling the bus cable out gently, I was surprised that it came out far enough and it does seem stiff until it starts to move - I use a small screwdriver to prise it up gently and that works well for me. If you're careful you're unlikely to be able to do any damage by gently lifting the folded cable, and if it doesn't come out far enough (for example, the ones near the MASTER don't seem to have as much play on my system), just loosen a neighbouring module.

As I said, this is really not rocket science, and this post is intended to provide confidence to those who haven't taken out any modules... yet.

Making it more personal, here's a picture of the system that I shall henceforth name "Lilliputia" 



As I said I need to rearrange it, so I'll follow my own advice and make a few changes that match my way of working. Admittedly, long cables and the RACKLINK have thus far allowed me to patch everything that I've come up with.

My main use of the AE Modular is to create moving ambiences with a tonal centre, usually for introductions to pieces or as backdrops to something more complicated. So, I am carefully maintaining the tuning of my oscillators (and I do need to be in tune with the real world, not just with myself), which means that I plug a tuner into a 3.5mm output all of the time (and send oscillators to it) when patching and playing. I also use a lot of modulation (often modulating the modulation sources where possible), especially on filters. The combination of logic and trigger generators feeding off and combining with each other helps to provide a feeling of randomness.

All of this dictates a workflow layout for me, some of which I've implemented, but not all of it (yet).

Dears, is there any problem with the communication?
i ordered on the 14th of january. Since then i sent 5 emails asking for a forecast (not even pushing on ) and i don't receive any reply....
Today i sent a contact form question through the website, requesting at least an answer or i will claim a refund.
Is there something wrong on TW headquarters?

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Hello,


5 emails in 2 months when it's say on the first page of the Tangible W site it takes around 3 month due to the back log! This might seems pushing to some...

Anyway it's well documented every where on this forum that Robert is doing his best to catch up. My first order took around 5 months. Nowadays, many got it much before the 3 months mark depending of the order. I'd say enjoy the wait and don't worry you'll be please when it will arrive...

Hi, as far as I know Robert and his team are still busy getting systems assembled and packages out the door. There are hundreds of orders to go through though and there are only 3 of them working on it. Some orders may be delayed due to postal restrictions. For instance, it's currently impossible to send anything to Australia (from Germany) as DHL just plainly refuses to ship there.