It's rare to see a DX1 for sale in any condition, but this one is exceptionally clean for a synth of this age: face/keys and displays show only very light wear with just a couple of noticeable marks that we've found so far. Case is extremely well preserved. Complete with two memory cartridges.
This will be checked over by our techs before delivery and should be assumed to be in excellent working order.
Most photos in the listing were taken before it came to us however we are in the process of updating them now it has landed with us - the shot you see here is as we unpacked it and saw it for the first time.
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Unused: Boxed/Crated.
Rare chance to buy an unused System 35. Purchased by the current owner from KMR and kept in the original packing crate since it arrived.
Over 70 Lots of Eurorack Modular
This image probably tells you everything you need to know! This is just part of what is in the Dex Wright collection - essentially this was his "Doepfer & Friends" working modular set up. Everything you see here is in this auction.
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The next sale on Sept 27th is a roll call of dream synths and rare and exotic electronic instruments, and also includes over 60 lots of eurorack, plus "techs' corner" for those who like a project/challenge/adventure...
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E-mu SP-12 Sampling Percussion. Created by E-mu Systems, Inc., this is a drum machine and sampler from 1985. It revolutionised electronic music and hip-hop production with its 12-bit sampling technology. With a maximum sample time of 2.5 seconds, users could create their own drum sounds or use the built-in library. The SP-12 features a step-based sequencer for programming beats and patterns, along with MIDI. Its distinctive 12-bit resolution provided a gritty and unique sound. As a pioneering instrument, the E-mu SP-12 left an indelible mark on the music industry and remains a sought-after piece of equipment.
about Lot 23
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Prophet 5 Rev 2 with Factory Midi. Has been serviced in the past and seems to be working as it should. 240v
about Lot 145
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Publison IM90 Infernal Machine in working condition. Used for a number of years in our studio - it currently works as it should but has not had a full overhaul. No warranty.
about Lot 212
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Yamaha CS-80 Synthesizer, complete with stand and sustain pedal (not pictured). s/n 1658, voltage switchable internally. Removed from storage after 20 years. Has had no service/restoration done. Powers up and is basically functioning with some issues. All the critical Yamaha chips were functioning at the time of testing. We made a video of the synth being woken up and tested. The prognosis is that this CS-80 can be brought back to fully operational condition with a full service performed by an experienced technician.* *No guarantee or warranty of any kind is implied: this synth is sold as found. We carried out the initial testing in situ: other faults may be present or may arise following transit or further use. We accept no responsibility for errors or faults that were not revealed or apparent during our initial testing. The videos should be taken as a guide only and any opinions expressed therein are personal and not part of the description or contract of sale. This synth is sold as being in need of restoration.
about Lot 137
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Oberheim Four Voice analogue synthesizer in excellent condition. It is in working order needs a service to be 100%. See below for our detailed assessment. Note that we can service this synth for the buyer if required - please get in touch if you need an estimate for the work.
about Lot 211
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Akai / Roger Linn MPC3000 16 bit drum machine / sampler and MIDI sequencer was first released in the early 1990s; designed in collaboration with Roger Linn.
about Lot 15