# Werkstatt Forum **URL:** https://forum.moogmusic.com/c/the-moog-forum/werkstatt-forum/17.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forum.moogmusic.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.moogmusic.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.moogmusic.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Unlisted Werkstatt Building Video](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/unlisted-werkstatt-building-video/21170)
**Author:** [@\_DemonDan](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/_DemonDan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2021, 2:38am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/unlisted-werkstatt-building-video/21170 "2021-02-10T02:38:32Z")
Hi Gang, Here’s an unlisted YouTube version of my Werkstatt DIY build featuring an uninterrupted downward camera shot from the beginning to the end of the build: https://youtu.be/-WXFFxAZ0aQ --- ## [Calibrating Werkstatt to Alturia Keystep](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/calibrating-werkstatt-to-alturia-keystep/21353)
**Author:** [@RetlasD](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/RetlasD)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 28, 2021, 8:52pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/calibrating-werkstatt-to-alturia-keystep/21353 "2021-01-28T20:52:55Z")
Hi, I’ve managed to calibrate my Werkstatt-01 to an Alturia Keystep, however the pitch for middle C on the keyboard and above is really high. They 0-Volts key on the Keystep is the lowest C key on the keyboard. You hav… --- ## [Connecting Werkstatt to Korg SQ-1](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/connecting-werkstatt-to-korg-sq-1/19816)
**Author:** [@bjmcgoo](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/bjmcgoo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2021, 10:03am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/connecting-werkstatt-to-korg-sq-1/19816 "2021-01-21T10:03:46Z")
Hi, I’m hoping to received some guidance on connecting the Werkstatt to the SQ-1. I have the CV Expander but am a bit lost on the functions of the inputs on both machines. Thanks. --- ## [Best way to use the Volume Mod and CV Expander](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/best-way-to-use-the-volume-mod-and-cv-expander/21333)
**Author:** [@ratmilk](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/ratmilk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2021, 10:08pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/best-way-to-use-the-volume-mod-and-cv-expander/21333 "2021-01-20T22:08:16Z")
I was curious how I would most efficiently go about have both the volume mod and CV expander. I currently have the volume mod built, and I stripped a jumper cable with enough length to feed into the VCA in. I then closed… --- ## [Combining CV and Jumper cables? Also Multiple Mods](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/combining-cv-and-jumper-cables-also-multiple-mods/21302)
**Author:** [@JambonHell](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/JambonHell)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2021, 4:00pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/combining-cv-and-jumper-cables-also-multiple-mods/21302 "2021-01-07T16:00:58Z")
Beginner to electronics, am going through an online course as we speak… 3 questions in order of importance :slight\_smile: 1)Is it possible to convert jumper cables to cv jack cables? Or anyway to have a cv input from s… --- ## [Connecting BeatStep Pro to Werkstatt](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/connecting-beatstep-pro-to-werkstatt/21301)
**Author:** [@Davidhminor](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/Davidhminor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2021, 3:28am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/connecting-beatstep-pro-to-werkstatt/21301 "2021-01-07T03:28:47Z")
Hi folks. Got my Werkstatt about a month ago and am having a blast. Completely new to this world, so have a couple questions that may be elementary. I’m using a BeatStep pro as a sequencer, working my way through the va… --- ## [power barrel size](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/power-barrel-size/21237)
**Author:** [@willismorse](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/willismorse)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 2, 2021, 3:53am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/power-barrel-size/21237 "2021-01-02T03:53:05Z")
I’m looking to embed my new werkstatt into a more euro-oriented portable skiff. First up is to use the skiff 12VDC for power. Seems like the simplest approach is to add a one-off barrel connector to the skiff power supp… --- ## [Replacement parts for VCF Cutoff freq](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/replacement-parts-for-vcf-cutoff-freq/21288)
**Author:** [@Yoshitake](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/Yoshitake)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2021, 3:15am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/replacement-parts-for-vcf-cutoff-freq/21288 "2021-01-01T03:15:38Z")
Hey, I got a problem with the pot(or the potentiometer?) of VCF Cutoff frequency and the LFO Rate pot. It should be replaced with the new one. I’m now trying to do it by myself. Does Anyone know the name or the number … --- ## [Collapsable hardwood stand for Werkstatt](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/collapsable-hardwood-stand-for-werkstatt/21196)
**Author:** [@chooseDanger](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/chooseDanger)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2020, 10:23pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/collapsable-hardwood-stand-for-werkstatt/21196 "2020-11-22T22:23:15Z")
Designed a small, collapsable, hardwood stand for my Werkstatt. Gets it up off the table a bit so I’m not hunched over. Have a few extras on Etsy if anyone is interested: Once there, search for “excitingMacine” --- ## [Bitwig sending CV to Werkstatt](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/bitwig-sending-cv-to-werkstatt/21159)
**Author:** [@Peloquin](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/Peloquin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2020, 4:52pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/bitwig-sending-cv-to-werkstatt/21159 "2020-11-03T16:52:52Z")
Hello all. I just received my Werkstatt with the CV expander yesterday. I have been having a great time learning all that it has to offer. I do have one question though. Is it possible to have a DAW such as Bitwig se… --- ## [Upgraded my Werkstatt](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/upgraded-my-werkstatt/20113)
**Author:** [@dubbeljoe2018](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/dubbeljoe2018)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2020, 4:50pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/upgraded-my-werkstatt/20113 "2020-10-29T16:50:29Z")
Hi all, First post of a Werkstatt owner who also likes woodwork :slight\_smile: I always hated the way my Werkstatt with CV expander looked. I tried to make ik more Moog like without going overboard. So hope you like … --- ## [KEEP backlight off + LCD on with cursor/keyboard input](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/keep-backlight-off-lcd-on-with-cursor-keyboard-input/21069)
**Author:** [@MorningNewt](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/MorningNewt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 10, 2020, 5:35am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/keep-backlight-off-lcd-on-with-cursor-keyboard-input/21069 "2020-09-10T05:35:47Z")
I’m trying to keep my backlight off but the LCD on even though inputs are coming from the keyboard and/or trackpad. I’m working on an Asus Aspire One running Linux Mint (32bit). I’ve just installed a Pixel Qi display th… --- ## [Fried my Werkstatt +9v power regulator IC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/fried-my-werkstatt-9v-power-regulator-ic/21065)
**Author:** [@corosekb](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/corosekb)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2020, 9:59am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/fried-my-werkstatt-9v-power-regulator-ic/21065 "2020-09-09T09:59:25Z")
Hiya, hope someone can help me with this? I connected something between the +12v test point at TP16 and ground, connected it the wrong way round and the power regulator IC in the +9v section went up in smoke! I feel lik… --- ## [problem with werkstatt vco](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/problem-with-werkstatt-vco/20043)
**Author:** [@jasper\_ryder](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/jasper_ryder)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2020, 11:14am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/problem-with-werkstatt-vco/20043 "2020-04-09T11:14:56Z")
Hello All, I have noticed an issue with my werkstatts vco this evening. There are two small points when turning the pitch knob where the pitch goes “bad”. At around 11 o’clock on the pitch knob the pitch jumps up much h… --- ## [Werkstatt discontinued](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/werkstatt-discontinued/20384)
**Author:** [@grenert](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/grenert)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2019, 8:12pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/werkstatt-discontinued/20384 "2019-06-02T20:12:39Z")
Looks like the Werkstatt has been discontinued. Five years is a pretty good run for a product they weren’t planning to actually market! I’m glad I picked up a couple to play with. They are a lot of fun! https://www.s… --- ## [Question about Werkstatt and Audio Interface](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/question-about-werkstatt-and-audio-interface/18317)
**Author:** [@tmn](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/tmn)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2018, 12:02am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/question-about-werkstatt-and-audio-interface/18317 "2018-09-24T00:02:46Z")
HI, I’m completely new to the world of synthesizers and I have a dumb question about Werkstatt: Can I connect Werkstatt to my audio interface(like Focusrite Scarlett or Babyface Pro) without any mods? Just plug it via… --- ## [WS Envelope Decay/Release Response is my favorite](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/ws-envelope-decay-release-response-is-my-favorite/19935)
**Author:** [@toryjames](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/toryjames)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2018, 7:17am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/ws-envelope-decay-release-response-is-my-favorite/19935 "2018-07-11T07:17:04Z")
The shape of the Werkstatt’s decay/release envelope is my favorite. I have been searching for another envelope generator that has a similar slow-release sounding tail but have not been successful. I thought the Make Nois… --- ## [Need to replace one of the keyboard buttons, part number?](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/need-to-replace-one-of-the-keyboard-buttons-part-number/19574)
**Author:** [@part12studios](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/part12studios)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2018, 5:59pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/need-to-replace-one-of-the-keyboard-buttons-part-number/19574 "2018-07-10T17:59:16Z")
Hi everyone, So my trusty werkstatt was bought used and i’m not sure, but I think it came with a defective “high c” button. the 12th button on the far right. it seems to be completely dead. the other 11 keys work fin… --- ## [Trouble Calibrating With A Qunexus](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/trouble-calibrating-with-a-qunexus/17237)
**Author:** [@Trevor](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/Trevor)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2018, 8:17pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/trouble-calibrating-with-a-qunexus/17237 "2018-06-23T20:17:37Z")
Hello All, I have a brand new Werkstatt, a CV expansion, and a Qunexus and a Qunexus cable kit. I am currently trying to get it all calibrated. I have the Qunexus connected to Gate out and VCO Exp FM In I tuned the V… --- ## [Volume Pot part number?](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/volume-pot-part-number/19863)
**Author:** [@squeezed](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/squeezed)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 18, 2018, 9:53pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/volume-pot-part-number/19863 "2018-05-18T21:53:12Z")
Hey Smart Folks, I’d like to add a volume knob to my Werkstatt, like the one on the workshop vid. My prob is I don’t know that much about electronic parts and there are a lot of choices when you type in “10k ohm potent… --- ## [Using a Voyager to calibrate a Werkstatt - how?](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/using-a-voyager-to-calibrate-a-werkstatt-how/19846)
**Author:** [@knowgood](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/knowgood)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2018, 8:32pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/using-a-voyager-to-calibrate-a-werkstatt-how/19846 "2018-05-12T20:32:26Z")
In laymen’s terms can someone help me calibrate my Werkstatt? My friend has a Voyager, and I’m assuming what I’m asking can be done - I just don’t know how. I pretty much need someone to hold my hand to do this. I’ve got… --- ## [Using Keystep with Werkstatt while Sustain off?](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/using-keystep-with-werkstatt-while-sustain-off/19061)
**Author:** [@ezrakh](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/ezrakh)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2018, 4:03am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/using-keystep-with-werkstatt-while-sustain-off/19061 "2018-04-04T04:03:57Z")
Hey all! Got my Werkstatt w CV expander being controlled by Keystep and its working great mostly but I am wondering a few things. First, Is there a reason why the envelope isn’t opening when the sustain is off? Is this… --- ## [A way to slave / trigger the LFO to external clock?](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/a-way-to-slave-trigger-the-lfo-to-external-clock/19609)
**Author:** [@part12studios](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/part12studios)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2018, 5:32pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/a-way-to-slave-trigger-the-lfo-to-external-clock/19609 "2018-01-17T17:32:28Z")
Hi there, I was looking at this unit and I was looking at an old MG-1.. and it got me thinking. I know I can control the LFO rate through CV like this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vedPtiYbPl0 but i’m wondering if … --- ## [High or low Impedence volume pedal](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/high-or-low-impedence-volume-pedal/19546)
**Author:** [@kaptainsun](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/kaptainsun)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2017, 3:13pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/high-or-low-impedence-volume-pedal/19546 "2017-12-21T15:13:35Z")
I’m wondering which volume pedals would work best with Werkstatt? I’m running my werkstatt to a delay pedal and then to a loop pedal and then to the PA. Any suggestions? --- ## [12vdc PSU providing 16vdc](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/12vdc-psu-providing-16vdc/19378)
**Author:** [@moogrifier](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/moogrifier)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2017, 2:46am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/12vdc-psu-providing-16vdc/19378 "2017-12-04T02:46:29Z")
I have a 12vdc PSU. Really puts out 16vdc, which is not that unusual. How sensitive is the Werkstatt? Its runs with this 16vdc adapter but I have not left it in long. A typical 9 and 5v VR (780X) can handle up to 35v inp… --- ## [Lazy LPF / HPF switch mod](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/lazy-lpf-hpf-switch-mod/19510)
**Author:** [@Raspy](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/Raspy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2017, 6:43pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/lazy-lpf-hpf-switch-mod/19510 "2017-11-29T18:43:17Z")
Hi, I have been used Werkstatt without much mod, but recently I did LPF / HPF switch mod. I cut jumper between VCF and VCA and insert the simple circuit below. This turns VCF as LPF(by default) or HPF. This has some… --- ## [Hack to safely disable VCO for ext audio (resolved)](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/hack-to-safely-disable-vco-for-ext-audio-resolved/19329)
**Author:** [@part12studios](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/part12studios)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2017, 9:04pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/hack-to-safely-disable-vco-for-ext-audio-resolved/19329 "2017-11-28T21:04:07Z")
Hi there, I just got this sucker and I love it! As an owner of a MiniBrute and MicroBrute I was really wanting to know if i’d be able to actually tell a difference and I really do! Just feels warmer. So I got a MCV4 … --- ## [0 vdc signal (seriously noob questions)](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/0-vdc-signal-seriously-noob-questions/18943)
**Author:** [@hecksome](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/hecksome)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2017, 9:22am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/0-vdc-signal-seriously-noob-questions/18943 "2017-09-30T09:22:20Z")
Hello, I’m a beginner to modular stuff, and recently got the CV expander for the werkstatt. I’m checking the manual for how to calibrate it, and it says “Send a 0 VDC signal to the VCO EXP FM IN jack” I’m sure this is… --- ## [Werkstatt all knobbed up](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/werkstatt-all-knobbed-up/18335)
**Author:** [@Struble](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/Struble)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 28, 2017, 8:32pm UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/werkstatt-all-knobbed-up/18335 "2017-09-28T20:32:37Z")
Just got some new knobs in the mail, and made my Werkstatt all pretty. You can’t read the labels anymore, but I don’t care. It’s easy enough to figure out. --- ## [wonky expansion board, no eg?](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/wonky-expansion-board-no-eg/19338)
**Author:** [@BrianMadigan](https://forum.moogmusic.com/u/BrianMadigan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2017, 8:10am UTC](https://forum.moogmusic.com/t/wonky-expansion-board-no-eg/19338 "2017-09-16T08:10:04Z")
I have been using the werkstatt as a second osc and mod source for things like Mother 32 and Korg’s new MS-20 mini. I have the CV expansion board installed KIND OF, it’s not very stable and requires some pushing and rock… [Previous page](https://forum.moogmusic.com/c/the-moog-forum/werkstatt-forum/17.md) [Next page](https://forum.moogmusic.com/c/the-moog-forum/werkstatt-forum/17.md?page=2)