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Learn how to inherit and complete an unfinished synthesizer project in this 40-minute conference talk from ADC 2024. Discover the technical challenges and creative decisions involved in taking over the Mantis synthesizer project after its original designer, legendary synthesizer creator Chris Huggett, passed away during development. Explore the process of understanding and interpreting an incomplete proof of concept, transforming rough technical drafts into a manufacturable product while preserving the original designer's creative vision and "fingerprints." Examine the evolution from initial demo to production-ready synthesizer, including decisions about which aspects of the original design to refine and which to preserve. Gain insights into the technical aspects of synthesizer development, the challenges of working with inherited codebases, and the balance between honoring a designer's legacy while making necessary improvements for modern production. Follow the journey of bringing Chris Huggett's final synthesizer concept to life, combining respect for his innovative approach with practical engineering solutions for contemporary manufacturing and future development.
