How hard is it to learn how to play a synthesizer?

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How hard is it to learn how to play a synthesizer?

also, which is better; a digital or an analog synth?

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: The basics for playing a synthesizer are the same for any other keyboard instrument, musical ability , with the added understanding of what is being explained in the operating instructions.(basic reading comprehension) However, it can be learned by experimenting with how each control effects the sound. Digital synths. come with many preprogramed traditional instrument voices, and a variety of effects to manipulate those sounds. Some models come with on board recording devices and are virtually a complete composing/ recording studio.
An analog synth. would be used if you require complete freedom to create sounds other than traditional synthesizer and instrument voices. These synthesizers are known as Moog or modular synthesizer. These synths. utilize voltage-controlled oscillators, filters amplifiers, and ring modulators. They are used to control the sound of electricity, and can be used to create some very interesting customized sounds and noises.