"El Monstruo"

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"The system comprises:
Delta Music Research four-note polyphonic modular analog synthesizer
Delta Music Research microprocessor controller polyphonic keyboard
2 x Moog Taurus 2 mono analog bass synth brain
Future Retro Mobius analog MIDI sequencer
2 x Korg MS2000R MIDI virtual analog synth/sequencers
Quasimidi 309 Groove X Klaus Schulze limited edition drum sequencer
Quasimidi Polymorph polyphonic MIDI synth/sequencer,
2 x Pro Muzer dual analog drum synthesizers,
Synare PS1 analog drum synth brain (pads separate, needs repair)
Roland SH3a monophonic analog synth (keyboard removed)
Roland MKB300 splttable MIDI controller keyboard
Patch bay, Nobels mixer, TASCAM MM1 MIDI programmable mute mixer

The system's in custom built cabinets matching the shape of the Delta Music Research system, which is a rare US or Canadian-built genuine analog modular which has four oscillators, four envelopes and four filters, so is capable of playing four-note polyphonically. Patch cables are included.

The YouTube information includes a link to my website and various sections of the modular system have been on stage with me at the London South Bank Centre with Damo Suzuki of Can, and in concert in London with White Noise and with Arthur Brown.

All the major parts of the system including all the MIDI elements are guaranteed working. With over 2000 knobs and controls, and parts of the system dating back to the 1970's, no overall guarantee is made. The Synare PS1 lacks its internal power transformer and may well work when one is fitted - its pads are included separately. The Pro Muzer dual analog drums haven't been tested but are probably fine, both have case lids included and one of these has the original pads with piezo pickups still in place, but you'll probably play the modules from alternative trigger sources anyway. The Roland SH3a's keyboard has not been retained and one of its four oscillator footages may be dead, but the others are fine and the synth is great for sound effects and arpeggios.

The amount of cabling at the rear of the system is vast (some of the MIDI cabling using angled stereo jack adaptors rather than DIN plugs) and for this reason and many others, you will understand when I say that this system is not for the beginner, and I will not sell it to a beginner. The interfacing options of the various modules are vast in terms of MIDI, audio and clock connections and the system should be connected in any way the new owner sees fit, with any minor replacements and repairs being carried out at the time. Expect to take at least two weeks to have the system installed and running in a new location. I will provide advice for 6 months from purchase.

For transportation purposes, the system is not as intimidating as it looks. It is now disassembled into three suitcases plus a box and will fit readily in any car. You do not need a large van to collect it.

Collection from North London by appointment is the only option and absolutely no form of shipping anywhere will be considered. You may purchase from outside the UK, but you will have to arrange to visit London to collect.

Anyone interested in this system must make contact with a detailed statement of their location and ability to purchase. No bids from anyone not approved in advance will be considered. There is no point making last minute bids, they will be removed. You must make contact early and with extensive detail to stand any chance of being the successful purchaser.

If you would like to know the guide selling price, make contact to ask.

'El Monstruo' will offer you thousands of hours of musical diversion. Make contact early if you are interested in being its new owner."