Brother GX-151 aka Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 Analog Synthesizer / Drum Machine SN 111892 w/ Extras

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You can find dmeos of one in previous posts.

"Incredibly cool piece of RARE vintage analog goodness. This is a pretty-much-mint condition 1970 Brother Auto Emillion GX-151 Synthesizer/Organ.

Before it was the Baldwin Discoverer DS-50, it was the Brother Auto-Emillion GX-151, manufactured by the Japanese printer company, who later sold the rights to Baldwin.

Made by Brother Industries, Nagoya Japan, and sold in the US under the name Baldwin Discoverer. Which was a favorite of Brian Wilson from the Beach Boys, and later Radiohead, Gorillaz, Beck, Haley Williams - Tiny Desk NPR, etc...

This one’s definitely for the collector, but could also be a fully functioning addition to the keys collection of any recording studio looking for those extremely rare, cool retro vibes.

This analog synth/organ has a number of great preset sounds, as well as the potential to create your own sounds combining different sound voices.

This machine has the ability to record user-created arpeggiated or chord sequences, and this function works perfectly. One saved sequence can be stored on a microchip which is working perfectly, even after powering off. It is also one finger or live automated if desired. Similar to a Suzuki Omnichord, but with a synth/keyboard.

There is a Mic input which can be volume controlled on the interface, expression pedal input, Line out, and Line in, Input jack for DC 12V.

There's a great built-in analog drum machine, with great preset rhythms, reminiscent of the Roland CR-78, and two different rhythms can be played at once, creating nice new combinations.

This is a great sounding machine with tons of character.

Again, it is in collector condition. Comes with the original Instruction Manual, the two original music stands, and complete with the original dark grey Brother carry bag.

Minus one tiny scratch on the left end piece. Every function, knob, and slider is in working condition. It’s been in storage for a few years, so some of the pots are scratchy, could use some canned air or contact cleaner. All in all, it’s in fantastic shape.

Purchased in Ireland, Comes with the original European 250v Brother A/C adapter. I’ll include the after market 12v USA adaptor pictured."

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Jon Zaremba - Salt Wells - Baldwin Discover DS-50 Demo

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Published on May 23, 2015 jonzaremba

"Put together this video for my song "Salt Wells" from the album ROZEL...mainly to demonstrate the great Baldwin Discoverer (DS-50) organ. The entire song was made with this organ (all the drums, chords, melody, etc...) with the exception of a Korg M500 for a couple of the synth parts. Everything was sampled and arranged with a Yamaha A3000, then recorded live. No multitracking or VST stuff."

Vintage Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 SN BC2802150 via this auction

"It came out in mid/late 70s (pre-MIDI) and features some control over the synth sounds plus a built in drum machine. The auto-accompany can be turned on or off and split at the keyboard (rhythm vs melody). There's a built in speaker but it can be bypassed using the audio outs. This makes it easy to implement in your home studio. They really built instruments to last in the 70s. The DS-50 is made of metal and really well constructed. Original power cord is included.

If you want to hear how it sounds, here's a song i made from my last album using the DS-50 almost exclusively. It's sampled and processed with some outboard equipment, but you'll get an idea of the cool tones possible here."

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Baldwin Discoverer 1978 vtg Synth Keyboard Organ + Drum Machine

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"This is the all-collectible Baldwin Discoverer Synthesizer 1978. It can produce Harpsichord, Marimba and Vibes sounds in addition to a series of sliders that allow the user to produce a �Solo� sound by adjusting Flute 8, Flute 4, Oboe, Violin, and Vibrato sliders. Awesome beats that sound huge when amplified and has built-in recording capability for polyphonic stuff. The back of this item houses ports for headphones, amplifiers, and microphone. This keyboard is in good condition with some surface scratching consistent with age and general use. Full functioning- one missing key but still works. just selling bc not using it very much lately. Needs AC/DC plug to power. Both internal speaker and output for amp."

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Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 Electronic Organ w/ Original Box SN 2801094

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"Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 electronic organ. This comes with the original box, owner's manual/playing guide, and power cord. The unit is in excellent condition and was stored in the original box for many years. It is fully functional, plays and sounds great."

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Baldwin Discoverer Organ/Keyboard/Synth SN BC2803827

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"Vintage Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 Portable Keyboard Synth with Original Case. This keyboard is 30 1/2 x 12 x 4 Inches and weighs about 21 pounds... The keyboard has a mostly metal case with plastic keys... The keyboard produces Harpsichord, Marimba and Vibes sounds. It also has a series of sliders that allow you to produce a "Solo" sound by moving the Flute 8', Flute 9', Oboe, Violin and Vibrato. There is also a rhythm/drum section and some of the functions can be recorded."

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Sears Baldwin Discoverer Synthesizer/Organ/Rhythm Machine with Original Box

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"Baldwin Discoverer Electronic Organ, 1982 Copyright (originally from Sears)

Includes book rest, carrying case and strap, power cord, owner's manual -- comes packaged in original box from Sears. Has full metal housing cover with plastic keys and buttons.

Some Features
1Finger Accompaniment
Auto Play
Program Play/Record
Chord octave with 7th and minor chord options
4 instrument selection plus vibrato
Headphone jack
Speaker terminal
Input and output terminal
Expression pedal jack (pedal not included)
Microphone jack
DC 12V power supply terminal
AS power supply socket"

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Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 Organ

Published on Mar 15, 2020 SyntheticMachines

A little multitrack demo made with the Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 organ. [SN 2801138 ?]
70s organ + analog rhythm section + accompaniment section
As always a multitrack recording + FX.
Additional FX sounds: Behringer Pro-1

Vintage Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 Electronic Organ Synthesizer

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"Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 electronic organ synthesizer. Made in Japan in the mid 1970’s, it has a built in drum machine, organ section with draw bars with vibrato, a synthesizer section and many other options. These things are pretty rare. Super warm 70’s tone. Comes with power cable. Everything in perfect working order. No broken knobs or sliders. Used by Radiohead on the album In Rainbows, as well as ThomYorke using it for various solo shows."

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Vtg Baldwin DS-50 Discoverer Keyboard

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video previously posted here.

"Vintage Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 Portable Keyboard Synth with Original Case. This keyboard is 30 1/2 x 12 x 4 Inches and weighs about 21 pounds... The keyboard has a mostly metal case with plastic keys... The keyboard produces Harpsichord, Marimba and Vibes sounds. It also has a series of sliders that allow you to produce a "Solo" sound by moving the Flute 8', Flute 9', Oboe, Violin and Vibrato. There is also a rhythm/drum section and some of the functions can be recorded."

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Baldwin DS-50 Discoverer 49-Key Synthesizer SN BC2802487

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"The Japanese Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 came out in mid/late 70s (pre-MIDI) and features control over the synth sounds plus a built in drum machine. All original knobs are present. Every single function tested and works excellent as intended, this includes every single key. And all keys are level and have a good almost weighted feel to them.

The auto-accompany can be turned on or off and split at the keyboard (rhythm vs melody). There's a built in speaker but it can be bypassed using the audio outs. This makes it easy to implement in your home studio.

They really built instruments to last in the 70s. The DS-50 is made of metal and really well constructed. Original power cord is included. Also included is the hard to find original owners manual as well as the detachable music rack and original travel case."

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Baldwin Discoverer Portable Electric Organ

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Vintage BALDWIN Discoverer DS-50 Compact Organ, Analog Synth

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"30"long x 12" wide x 3 3/4" high

Weighs about 21 lbs.

Metal casing with plastic keys."

Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 Vintage Synth Keyboard Organ + Drum Machine

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"Keyboard is in excellent working and cosmetic condition! Just one little chip on the back corner area as can be viewed in the pic. There are no scratches or even anything I would call a scuff! Its pretty much like new other than that chip. Comes with the case and plug and both are in fine condition."

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Baldwin Discoverer

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"The keyboard is 30 1/2 x 12 x 4 Inches and weighs about 21 pounds... The keyboard has a mostly metal case with plastic keys... The keyboard produces Harpsichord, Marimba and Vibes sounds. It also has a series of sliders that allow you to produce a "Solo" sound by moving the Flute 8', Flute 9', Oboe, Violin and Vibrato. There is also a rhythm/drum section and some of the functions can be recorded."

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BROTHER AUTO EMILLION

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"Vintage 70's BROTHER AUTO EMILLION organ keyboard/synthesizer, made in Japan. features a wide range of sound options with both presets (Harpsichord, Marimba and Vibes); as well as user-controlled sounds via the separate mixers for Flute 8', Flute 4', Oboe and Violin. Additional controls are Vibrato and Sustain, along with various accompaniment options. Also included is a Rhythm Section/Drum Machine with a number of preset patterns which can be altered in Tempo and Output Volume in relation to the keyboard played sounds.

There is an onboard speaker, plus different input/output options on the back.

This unit is in excellent working order and very clean physical condition as pictured. It is a quality-built vintage portable organ - not a toy. The top and bottom casing panels are all metal, with plastic sides. The sounds are surprisingly good and the options are versatile for a range of uses - including stage. Dimensions of the organ itself are approx 76 x 30 x 10cm, and it weighs around 9kg"

You can find a video of one previously posted here.

Update via Joe McGinty in the comments: "Looks like a re-branded Baldwin Discoverer [posts here] (which is also very cool). Functions are exactly the same. Interesting."

Update2: you can also see one in this video with Tame Impala.

Baldwin Discoverer DS-50 SN BC2803935

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Vintage 80s Baldwin Discoverer DS-50

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Baldwin Discoverer DS-50

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BALDWIN DISCOVERER DS-50 SN 2803341

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"Very unique sound and in excellent condition. All sliders, knobs, inputs and outputs working great. ( very minimal if any signs of use) Original vinyl case and power cord is included."

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Baldwin Discoverer DS-50

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