via this craigslist post
"This vintage synthesizer is designed as a one-man-band rhythm accompaniment for vocalist or soloist. It is complete with two operation pedals, rack stand, cables and memory expansion accessory. Please see photo. The Auto-Orchestra is fully-functional and sounds great. Its analog synth voicings are incredibly rich and full."
You can find more info on the MTI Auto-Orchestra here.
Anyone know the mfg years for both Auto-Orchestras was? I've always assumed the 16-R (pictured) was newer than the other model (the fantastic cubed beast).
ReplyDeleteI have complete factory schematics for the Auto-Orchestra....and stuff for Roland and Yamaha as well
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Please tell me you'll sell this to me. I use to have one and sold it on eBay almost a year ago....I could kick my ass. I performed with it for 25 years and can't find another like it. I don't know exactly when it was made. Mid 70's.
ReplyDeleteIf you're interested inselling it let me know, please.
I just purchased a different modelon eBay and it's all screwed up, it's more square than the
16R, and the bass petals are wooden like an organ.Please respond to Marlin G
727-692-9734
I have this complete set up. It belonged to my dad who has recently passed. How much would you be willing to pay.
DeleteMTI AUTO ORCHESTRA FOR SALE:
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Hi .. I have mti Auto-Orchestra that I bought brand new with two cartriges for different styles of music. My bass pedals are different than picutured more of an organ bass pedal board. My volume pedal is different too. any way mine still works and I have all doctumention on it.. My Owners manual say's "MUSIC TECHNOLOGY INC.
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N.Y. 11040
would be intested in sell in if anyone is intersted..
J
J, yes I would be interested in buying it if you still have it. Thanks DN
ReplyDeletehi dick, i have a 1983 mti auto orchestra with stand in good working condition. missing 1 button and has modified pedal for easier use. still works though. let me know if you're interested
ReplyDeleteYes I might be I need to see some pictures and send me a price Thanks
ReplyDeleteSara Did you sell your auto orchestra? If not will you email me at dickneal@gmail.com. thanks
ReplyDeleteI have an MTI AO-16R just like the one pictured above. It's been sitting in storage for years. Any interest?
ReplyDeleteRodney, I am very intrested, but I don't know how to contact you. My email is rneal@republicmo.com
ReplyDeleteRodney I played one of these years ago.
ReplyDeleteI would like to purchase it from you
Call me 561 951 9194
thanks
Vince La Rosa
Rodney I use to play one of these ever since I was young, but I started a band and my dad sold it. I would like to buy one again so I can play music on my own again so if you still have it please give me a call at (325)227-2815 or do you know where I can buy one? Thank You for your time.
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ReplyDeleteMy husband is looking for an a foot base drummer just like the one in the picture. If anyone has anything like this available can you email me at jeannie_ellsworth@msn.com
Thanks so much :)
hi,
ReplyDeletei'm looking for "accessories" for the MTI auto-orchestra... foot pedals and add-ons.
please contact me if you know of any..
michael lipton
304/342-4412
mlipton@gmail.com
Hi, I have 2 16-R's that have all the bells and whistles, Bass foot switchs, On Off Volume and chord control pedal, Expansion box's with chips, ADL Strings, ect. both units work. I have been using them on gigs since 1984. I also have the manuals.
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Hi,
DeleteMy husband is looking for an a foot base drummer just like the one in the picture. If anyone has anything like this available can you email me at jeannie_ellsworth@msn.com
Thanks so much :)
Hello,
ReplyDeleteDoes anymone know which kind of rack stand we can see on the pic ?
Thank you
Yes, it came with the unit new for an extra charge. I have one I will sell for $25.00 plus shipping. Contact me at dickneal@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteDid you sell it, Dick?
ReplyDeleteThanks; Tom
Found an AO-1 model for sale on Ebay:
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I used to have one of these and sold it really cheap.. I'd like to find another one musicman1943@gmail.com 541 980 0215
ReplyDeleteIf the price is fair I am ready to buy if it's a 16 R
I have one in great condition. 409-554-5450
DeleteI have a MTI auto orchestra for sale ... go see it on EBAY
ReplyDeleteOr contact me at 518-310-1251
ReplyDeleteI'm not interested any more, I have moved on to better and easier things.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the offer. Dick
Anyone have ATO-16 Service and owners manuls for sale.. also AO-1 owners manual..thanks.. mike mikebrain6@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteSince this thread comes up in searches, I'll try. I'm looking for a pedal only if someone happens to have one. I have a AO-1 with the older design volume and st/stop, Minor, Diminished and 7th. But the way they were attached was weak and they snapped off when stepped on.
ReplyDeleteAlso mine says "touch pad" on the back, instead of Break/Roll" whatever that was?
And... I see someone has a mini keyboard on theirs on Youtube. Interesting.
Looking for a operators manual for the AO-1 which is probably very similar to the 16-R, schematic would be stunning in case of someday needed to repair mine. Easy email jafo@gizex.com