What is the max CV the voyager can handle?

[cjolson80]

I'm finally building a euro rack and I'm wondering what the max CV level is that a Voyager can handle.
Same with a Slim Phatty and a Sub Phatty. I want to use the Voayger to control the euro rack. I know out going CV to eurorack is no problem, but what about from the euro rack CV to the Voayger (and others)?
I know people on here run euro racks so any insight would be great.
I know about the 3/8-1/4... No big deal. My main concern is the volt differences.

[MC]

5VDC

[cjolson80]

I guess I'm more asking if anyone knows if there is a higher voltage that it can safely handle rather than what the CV range is. I've read plenty of things about people using 10v from their euro racks and not having any problems. I've read that it can handle 10-12v. But, has anyone ever heard direct from Moog (other than the manual) about safe limits above 5v?

I know I can just run everything through an attenuator, but it would be great if I didn't have to.

[modoc_333]

This is probably a time to call Moog Tech support to get the real answer. They state 5V as the answer, but that could be for many reasons. I would suspect they overbuilt the unit to be able to handle more though. if for nothing else than safety. you might only drive 80, but your tires can handle more, etc. every manufacturer will err on the side of caution with such specs... i would think.

[cjolson80]

I emailed Moog and this is the reply for anyone else wondering. It is as I figured, was hoping to not have to bother with attenuating everything going in but...


Over the shortrun, there are protection circuits in place to prevent damage from voltages higher than 5 volts. But this is not wise to use regularly. I would suggest using an attenuator to trim the voltages to ranges that are within the Moog spec to prevent damage.

Thanks,

ANDY HUGHES
SERVICE DEPARTMENT MANAGER
MOOG MUSIC INC.