So ive been reading the Synth secrets articles on soundonsound, and so far they are very interesting. I am looking to try out a bunch of the stuff mentioned in the srticles, so that I can actually hear the things that are being described. I have a good idea of what they sound like already, but reading is never the same as doing, so I am looking for a modular synth program that isnt too difficult to grasp and isnt too pricey.

The ones I am aware of are vaz and reaktor, but they cost alot and are pretty advanced, and I am looking for something that isnt too difficult to obtain and start messing with.

I was thinking a good modular synth program would have all the neccesary components and such to test most of the stuff these articles talk about, from what i am interpreting they are pretty common things.

So if anyone knows of some more modular synth software, or has any info to contribute about the programs I mentioned, please reply!