This section briefly describes some of the modules that might comprise an analog synthesizer and explains in basic terms, what such modules do.  This list is NOT comprehensive!  Only the basic modules are covered.  Should you wish to know more about modules not mentioned here, do a web search for the name of the module in which you are interested.  You'll get a lot of unrelated hits but you should be able to find enough information to answer most of your questions.

I would suggest reading about the synth modules in the order the buttons are arranged.  Each succeeding module discussion assumes you are familiar with terms presented in previous discussions.

There are a number of manufacturers out there that like cute names for their modules.  Something called "Chaotic Grinder" might sound interesting, but I have no idea what such a module does.  Very probably it is a single module that marries the "guts" of two or more classic modules, in an unusual way.  The end-result is a unique sound modifier, but is a one-off module and not a "classic" functional block.  The only solution to figuring out what a "Chaotic Grinder" is, is to do your homework.  (By the way, a "Chaotic Grinder" is a made up name to illustrate a point.  There is no such synth module.  But I did a Google search for Chaotic Grinder and got 35,000 hits.  Nothing ceases to amaze me.)

The buttons on the left address specific analog synthesizer modules.  This section of he website was intended to address assorted queries from people who showed an interest.  Yes, I really do add content when someone takes the time to write, ask questions, or just say hello.  Just ask Chris Roberto in Pennsylvania.  He took the time to write and it seems we have a number of interests in common.  Nice guy, too.