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Sound design vs Synth DIY

Sound design and synth DIY have 87% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatSound designSynth DIY
Time a week3 hours a week3 hours a week
Who withOn your ownOn your own
You end up withSomething you madeSomething you made
FeelsCalmCalm
To start$50$80

Choose sound design if

  • More time outside
  • More exploring new places
  • Quicker first wins

About $50 to start, then about $5 a month.

About sound design

Choose synth DIY if

  • More of an indoor thing
  • Closer to home
  • Slower to reward you

About $80 to start, then about $30 a month.

About synth DIY

What you'll need

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Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.