I think it’s just that I want that analogue synths feel and experience without having to buy the hardware until I know wtf I’m doing
Using modular isn’t about that “analogue feel” but about a paradigm to patching and building bespoke synths from the block level.
If you want analogue feel, get a simple 1 oscillator VST that replicates something like an SH-101 (the TAL version is cheap enough and a great plugin). It’s interface is simple and nothing is hidden in menus then you can watch untold videos sitting how to get more out of it.
Then move up to simple 2 or 3 oscillator synths that replicate the Prophet 5 (2 osc) or the Mini Moog (3 osc but monophonic).
Using modular isn’t about that “analogue feel” but about a paradigm to patching and building bespoke synths from the block level.
If you want analogue feel, get a simple 1 oscillator VST that replicates something like an SH-101 (the TAL version is cheap enough and a great plugin). It’s interface is simple and nothing is hidden in menus then you can watch untold videos sitting how to get more out of it.
Then move up to simple 2 or 3 oscillator synths that replicate the Prophet 5 (2 osc) or the Mini Moog (3 osc but monophonic).