The Original 1970s Minimoog

video upload by Alex Ball

"A look at the original Minimoog Model D produced between 1970 and 1981."

0:00 Intro
1:20 History
4:44 Demo 1: Cheeks are red raw
5:51 Explaining the sound of the Minimoog
8:41 Demo 2: Whispered Memory
9:34 Minimoog Versions
11:21 Demo 3: East Coast Spank
12:29 Riff off with Oberheim and Roland
14:58 Summary and Patron Jam feat Devin Belanger

1973 Vintage Moog Minimoog Model D SN 5233

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"Offered here is an early production Moog Minimoog Model D, serial #5233, from my smoke-free recording studio, where it has lived for roughly the past twenty years.

This instrument has been featured extensively throughout my own work, appearing on many albums over the course of my 20 year ownership. Prior to that, it belonged to acclaimed Portland keyboardist Ramsey Embick, who toured internationally with The Pointer Sisters during the 1980s using this Minimoog, and performed on recording sessions for artists including Jo Bisso, Alfonzo, and others. Several touring-era modifications performed during his ownership remain intact and are described below.

This is not a museum piece... it is an honest, professionally used early Minimoog with decades of musical history. The front panel remains exceptionally clean and highly legible, all keys play well, and the instrument retains its original character while remaining a fantastic sounding and inspiring synthesizer."

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Vintage 1974 Moog Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer SN 4019

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"Up for auction/sale is a highly collectible, stunningly preserved 1974 Vintage Moog Minimoog Model D (Serial Number 4019). Manufactured during the coveted "Golden Era" at the Williamsville, NY factory, this iconic instrument is 100% vintage and features its highly desirable, rare original smooth factory wheels—proving it has skipped the typical late-70s retrofits and repair-shop modifications.

For the serious collector or professional musician, Serial #4019 represents the ultimate holy grail of analog synthesis, boasting the raw, heavy, authentic sound that defined 1970s music history.

Why Serial #4019 is Highly Collectible

Smooth Wheels: Features the original flat, smooth-edged cream wheels used briefly from 1974 to 1975 before Moog switched to ribbed wheels.

Revision 2 Oscillator Board: Contains the legendary early-70s oscillator design prized for its raw, organic, and beautifully thick analog drift (pre-dating the cleaner, highly stabilized later models).

Discrete Moog 4012 Filter: Equipped with the legendary hand-matched transistor ladder filter for that creamy, earth-shaking low end."

I was curious about the wheel history. According to AI: 1971 to Mid-1972: Early units used clear wheels.

Mid-1972 to Early 1973: Used "blocky" white wheels.

1973 to 1974: Smooth, solid white (or cream) wheels became the standard.

Late 1974 onward: Replaced by the more common grooved or ribbed "Oreo" wheels, which were also carried over to later [Minimoog Model D] reissues.

If anyone knows otherwise feel free to comment.

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He Got a 1974 Moog Minimoog Model D — And It's a Beast

video upload by Nostalgic Explorer

"This one is personal. I got my hands on a 1974 Moog Minimoog Model D — one of the most iconic synthesizers ever built — and I couldn't wait to share it with you. In this video I do an informal walkthrough of its sounds, explore its capabilities, and close with a live performance using the Elektron Digitakt. No script, no plan, just me and a 50-year-old beast of a synth.

🎹 GEAR IN THIS VIDEO
▸ Moog Minimoog Model D (1974 vintage)
▸ Elektron Digitakt

📀 ABOUT THE SYNTH
Moog Minimoog Model D
Manufactured: 1970–1981
The synthesizer that defined analog sound."

1972 Moog MiniMoog Synthesizer Model D SN 3367

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Pics of the inside below.

"The Original Owner of the Storage Unit Before His passing was an Older Gentleman who was a Professional Jazz Musician(who played with names like Stevie wonder, However when I removed the Back plate to showcase the motherboard/internal parts=Check pics, this Item was originally Purchased By Bob Randal who was a Television writer/Broadway Producer(check pics of what was written on the tape)

Rare Gorgeous Extremely Pristine Condition considering this item is more than 50 years Old!

Item was Used In TV/Broadway/Musical productions! Such a cool Piece Of Entertainment History!!!"

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A Minimoog for Bob: Enter to Win Serial #001 Bob Moog Tribute Edition Minimoog Model D!

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"Enter to win a brand new Bob Moog Tribute Edition Minimoog Model D, serial #001: https://bit.ly/BMTEMinimoogRaffle

While showcasing this gorgeous synthesizer, Michelle Moog-Koussa, Executive Director of the Bob Moog Foundation, and JoE Silva, author of the award-winning "The Minimoog Book," discuss the history of the iconic Model D, its impact on musicians and their industry, and how Bob Moog helped change the way music was made.

This stunning synthesizer is the grand prize for the Bob Moog Foundation's 2026 spring raffle, which ends June 8th. It carries a value of $3,995."

Minimoog & Dave Smith Tempest Instrumental

video upload by the nightwater

"Quick jam sending a sequence to the Minimoog Model D. Drums are the Dave Smith Tempest. Bass is the Moog Mother 32. Some reverb from the Strymon Bigsky Mx."

Moog Minimoog Model D Operation Manual by Tom Rhea

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1976 Moog Minimoog Model D 44-Key Monophonic Synthesizer (Serviced) SN 7889

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"Excellent functioning example of the classic 1976 Moog Minimoog, fully serviced and ready for immediate use. This unit shows average cosmetic wear throughout, honest, vintage character with no impact on performance. Serial number: 7889.

Service notes:

-Replaced all electrolytic capacitors

-Cleaned edge connectors and sockets

-Cleaned all panel controls and panel and knobs

-Replaced keybed bushings

-Cleaned buss bars and key contacts, keys and cleaned calibration trimmers

-Fully calibrated, and burned in and tested over several days"

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The Sound That Shaped Music | Minimoog Model D | Bob Moog Tribute Edition

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"A Limited-Edition Piece of Synth History. https://inmusic.to/y65ybz6e

In 1970, the Minimoog Model D redefined modern music-making as the first portable, performance-ready analog keyboard synthesizer—bringing the Moog sound to artists worldwide. This tribute edition honors that legacy and the visionary spirit of Bob Moog.

For artists like Gary Numan, Jimmy Jam, and Mark Mothersbaugh, the sound of the Minimoog Model D was a catalyst. Loved for its warm, analog tone and intuitive, straightforward design, this timeless synthesizer’s influence transcends genres and generations. Its distinctive basses, soaring leads, and classic filter character established the Model D as the archetype of what artists and listeners still imagine when they think of the synthesizer.

This limited-edition production run features a custom quartersawn oak wood enclosure, a unique back-panel decal, and an included SR Series travel case, along with 100% analog circuitry and all the modern functional enhancements from the instrument’s 2022 release.

To honor Dr. Bob Moog’s legacy and impact on modern music technology, $500 from each unit sold will be donated directly to the Bob Moog Foundation, supporting the Moogseum, Dr. Bob’s Sound School, and the preservation of the Bob Moog Foundation Archives.

Learn more about the Bob Moog Tribute Edition Minimoog Model D: https://inmusic.to/y65ybz6e

Video featuring:
Gary Numan
Jimmy Jam
Danz CM / Synth History
Heavy Mellow
Mark Mothersbaugh
Michelle Moog-Koussa
Lamar Mitchell"

"A Special Run of an Iconic Instrument

We designed this limited-edition production run with intentional details that commemorate Bob Moog's earliest synthesizer models. The instrument features a custom badge that uses a metal photo-anodization process, which harkens back to the modular panel graphics found on the System 55, System 35, and Model 10 synthesizers, as well as select early R.A. Moog Co. Minimoogs. The instrument features a custom quartersawn oak wood enclosure, a unique back-panel decal, and an included SR Series travel case, along with 100% analog circuitry and all the modern functional enhancements from the instrument’s latest reissue.

Each Bob Moog Tribute Edition Minimoog Model D synthesizer is assembled by hand in our North Carolina production facility, and only 500 in total will be built by our small team."

Huge classic synth collection

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"This collection of vintage synthesizers has grown with me for years. Most all of these instruments have been used on many projects, including VeggieTales, a variety of remixes, and many PlayStation video games and marketing and promotional discs. Most recently they were used on the Mass Effect Andromeda video games soundtrack. They have also been sampled and are part of the SoundVault Collection and the Kurzweil Analog Collection for the K2000 series samplers.
VEMIA note: to forestall many inquiries, The seller’s idea is that he wants to sell it as a whole. That may or may not work out in this auction. If it doesn’t, obviously he’ll be free to do whatever he wants after the auction finishes.

It all works. Everything has been kept in a clean, smoke-free, climate-controlled studio. I have always fixed things myself, so everything is operational and sounding great. I have repair notes on the synths that received attention, though most of them have worked great over the years, without much need for repairs. There are also several MIDI to CV converters so they can all be controlled by computer, plus cables if desired. And a few have cases and manuals.

ARP 2600 with lid but no keyboard. Pictured with broken slider and missing caps, but I believe I have them. ARP Odyssey (White) ARP Odyssey (Black & Gold) ARP Odyssey (Black & Orange) ARP Avatar (Original with pickup) (No original knobs, but early rubber caps if you want) ARP Avatar (CMS modded with patchpoints, filter, and envelope) (No original knobs, but early rubber caps if you want)

Chroma Polaris

Crumar DS-2

EDP Wasp

Electro Harmonix Super Space Drum Electro Harmonix DRM 32 Digital Rhythm Matrix

EML 101

Mini Korg 700S Korg Mono/Poly Korg MS-20 (Original Korg Filter) Korg SQ-10 Sequencer Korg Poly-Six Korg Trident

Moog Liberation with rack power, cable, and case Moog MiniMoog Moog MemoryMoog Plus with MIDI and case Moog MicroMoog Moog MultiMoog Moog Opus 3 Moog Prodigy Moog Sonic Six (The case is poor, but the synth panel looks great) Moog Taurus with case

Oberheim Matrix-6r Oberheim OB-1 Oberheim OB-8 with Page 2 and MIDI Oberheim OB-SX (This one is probably in the worst physical condition of them all) Oberheim Xpander

Rheem Kee Bass

Roland CSQ-600 Digital CV/Gate Sequencer Roland JP-8080 Roland Jupiter-4 Roland Jupiter-6 with Europa and original box Roland Jupiter-8 with Encore MIDI Roland JX-8P Roland MKS-7 Roland MKS-30 with PG-200 Roland MKS-50 with PG-300 Roland MKS-70 with PG-800 Roland MKS-80 with MPG-80 Roland MSQ-100 sequencer in box Roland SH-1 Roland SH-2 with case Roland System-100 Model 101, 102, & 104 Roland System-100m D Block Roland System-100m Phaser and Sequencer Block Roland System-100m 104 Polyphonic Keyboard Roland TB-303 with Sequentix MIDI and Filter CV

SCI Max SCI Pro-One SCI-Prophet-5 SCI Prophet-600 with GliGli

Star Instruments Synare 3 Star Instruments Synare 4 Star Instruments Synare Sequencer

Yamaha CS-30 Yamaha SK-20

Encore Expressionist MIDI to CV/Gate Kenton Pro4 CV/Gate and DCB and Wasp JL Cooper MIDI IO 8 ch MIDI to CV/Gate

Standtastic wall-mount arms plus cables if you want them."

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Vintage 1979 Minimoog Model D Synthesizer - Serviced SN 11450

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"The vintage Minimoog Model D is the definitive analog monosynth, delivering massive bass, creamy leads, and the unmistakable warmth that shaped decades of music. With its intuitive hands-on controls and legendary ladder filter, it’s not just a synth—it’s a cornerstone of electronic sound and a must-have for any serious studio or collector.

This is not a reissue or a clone–this is the real deal, manufactured in February 1979. Overall nice physical condition. Some old road case foam residue is on the left side and back of the wood–see photos for condition. The synthesizer was serviced by Synthchaser in March 2026. Work done included:

Keyboard rebuild – New key bushings installed, keys ultrasonically cleaned, bus bars removed and polished, ballcrank caps cleaned and relubricated.
Pots & switches cleaned
Calibrated & tuned"

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1975 Moog Minimoog Model D 44-Key Monophonic Synthesizer (Serviced) SN 5556

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Additional SYNTH CITY Listings

"Excellent functioning example of the classic Moog Minimoog, this one has been fully serviced and is ready for immediate use. Shows average cosmetic wear throughout, perfectly vintage. Serial number: 5556

Service Notes:

Power supply capacitors replaced

Key bushings replaced, keybed adjusted

Brass key contacts cleaned and re-aligned

All toggles, rotary switches, and dials cleaned

Tuning trimpots replaced with 24-turn Bourns trimmers for precise calibration

Includes new VCA Balance and Regeneration trimmers on the filter/VCA board

Replaced Range 1 and Range 2 electrolytic capacitors on the oscillator board

Installed new grounded AC power cord

Fully tuned and scaled; oscillator tracking and filter response dialed in"

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1973 Moog MiniMoog Model D repair, first test

video upload by DSP Kills

"It’s been a long process bringing this 1973 Model D back from the dead. Electronics are now 100%. Currently refurbishing the keyboard and stripping the cabinet."

minus keys in the demo.

In The Tempest

video upload by itramtal

"Dawless jam session permormed by itramtal, featuring DSI Tempest, Moog Minimoog Model D (2022), Sequential Prophet-6, 1010music Blackbox & Bluebox.
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https://www.instagram.com/itramtal"

Burning the bad seal -Tangerine dream cover

video upload by graal7

"Tangerine dream cover by graal7
moog one and model d minimoog
drumbrute
juno 6
korg ms20
summit novation"

Building a Minimoog Model D From Parts

video upload by synthpro

"Hey Guys,

In this video, I bring you along the adventure of building a really nice Minimoog from parts I have had over the years.

Michael heard this unit on a little Instagram post I made when I first started testing to see if I could get a working unit from the parts and immediately sent me a down payment. It took me about 2 years to source everything needed but Minimoog SN: 5250 now lives a healthy life once more.

Thanks for watching!

Sincerely,
Jareth"

1974 Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer with Orginal User Manual

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"Single owner from brand new, contacts were cleaned and all keys are functioning. Dog or animal approved bite marks and scratches on wood cabinet, easily buffed out."

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1974 Moog Minimoog Model D 44-Key Monophonic Synthesizer SM 4844

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Additional SYNTH CITY Listings

"Early Minimoog, circa 1974, built in the Williamsville, NY factory. For its age and heritage it's tuning is very stable, and every thing is working properly. Well worn and loved, for good reason. This is one of the better Minimoogs' we've heard come through our doors. Serial No. 4844.

One of the most influential electronic instruments of the modern era.

Service notes:
-Replaced electrolytic capacitors
-Replaced (4) failed 'tropical fish' capacitors
-Repaired cracked solder connections throughout
-Removed, opened and cleaned several sealed control panel pots
-Cleaned switches and non-sealed potentiometers
-Replaced keybed bushings and reset key positions
-Cleaned buss bars and key contacts
-Cleaned keybed
-Cleaned pcb edge connectors and sockets
-Cleaned calibration trim pots
-Calibrated, ran for several hours then rechecked calibration
-Removed and cleaned sealed bender and modulation potentiometers
-Removed old remaining film from front panel"

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Sequential Pro 3 – Moogish Inspired Sounds [Model D] | Custom Presets [Sound Demo]

video upload by R6Synths

"Sequential Pro 3 – Moogish Sounds - Part 1.
My personal collection of Moog inspired Analog Sounds dedicated to the Sequential Pro 3.

The Mini Moog has influenced generations. As a lover of 70s progressive rock, I've admired the Mini Moog's sound since I first started listening to music.

These patches are inspired by the lovely book: Minimoog Sound Charts by Tom Rhea.

To maintain the original spirit of the Model D, these presets are loaded without effects; however, you can activate them as they are configured to enhance the sounds.

Enjoy—you have a great synthesizer in your hands!

Explore my available presets here: https://www.r6synths.com

No EQ. No compression – just the pure sound of the Pro 3."

Sequential Pro 3 – Moogish Inspired Sounds [Taurus and Poly] | Custom Presets [Sound Demo]

video upload by R6Synths

"Sequential Pro 3 – Moogish Sounds - Part 2."