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Note this one is from Analogue Solutions and is not yet working. You might remember the EMS Synthi 100 in a van and the decals posted here. This is that Synthi 100. Update: New pics added including a much larger version of the overall system to the left (click on it). Also there was no connection to John Carpenter. I might have misread John when the reference was to Tom Carpenter of Analogue Solutions who is selling it. I asked Tom how much of the system was original and he said, "Only really the cabinet is not original as the original one was destroyed."
Details from the listing:
"yes you read it right - Original EMS Synthi 100 s/n 16 (of around only 28 built)...This unit is nearing the completion of full restoration -
I am finding it hard to dedicate time to complete this project due to running my own business and a busy family life. But I will complete it if need be!
At my work rate it will take at least a couple of years, despite that fact it probably only needs a few full time weeks to complete.Selling this now as is is an opportunity for someone to jump the queue and avoid themuch higher price it will fetch when completed by me.
If you are after a Synthi100 - this could be the only chance to get one since most are now locked away in museums or private studios.
I am only looking to reclaim the total cost spent on this and will write off my weeks of labour time so far invested.
Sale price will be in the 5 figures, but significantly less then a completed unit. (I have been offered figures in the region of £60K for it when complete)...
Very briefly, to complete:
Final stage of the re-wire (estimate about 2-6 days to do that). Most of the wiring has been done, it's just the final leg. Double checking the wiring, then finally checking each card one at a time - to repair any dead components (dead due to age).
Essentially the synths is complete and almost no money needs to be spent on it other than labour time and any spare to fix any faulty boards...
Sale includes Full service documentation, plenty of EMS patch pins, original double keyboard, spares, cables - and a strong steel table if required."
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