via this auction. More images here while they are up. You can read the back panel input and outputs in the shot below. Note see the comments of this post regarding contact spray."Sound is very unique and recognizable early Roland. The closest I can think of is System 100, which still doesn't have all the functions of SH-5. Later Rolands definately sound more sophisticated, like SH-7 or JP-4. The sound could be described as raw, aggressive and alive. It's not meant to replace your MOOG for basses but it's greatness lies in different areas. Like modular type of pads, sequenced percussive sounds, arpeggios, fuzzy solos.. it does that really well."
The auction mentions CONTACT SPRAY. Its a shame! It kills the synths. I'd really love to have one of these...
ReplyDeleteWhat is it in contact spray that kills synths? The spray used here was dry cleaning spray meant especially for electronic devices! It wasn't used for the electronic parts in SH-5, only some keys on the keyboard. It's normal for this type of keyboard to have contact problems.
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