MATRIXSYNTH: Moog Realistic MG-1 Analog Synthesizer. Pro Restored and Modified SN 1490


Saturday, May 30, 2015

Moog Realistic MG-1 Analog Synthesizer. Pro Restored and Modified SN 1490

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"Moog / Realistic MG-1 Concertmate analog synthesizer. Model 42-4000, Serial #1490

It has been professionally serviced, thoroughly cleaned inside and out, calibrated, and modified!

Modifications performed:
RCA jacks have been removed
Main audio output has been converted to 1/4" jack
Increased main output level
Added 1/4" jack input to filter
Added square wave pulse width controls for tone sources 1 and 2
LFO rate switch added for stock, slow, and slower LFO speeds
Enhanced keyboard trigger speed for faster key response
Increased low end range for tone source 2, with switch for stock or lower octave tuning mode
Tone Source 2 Detune now has more than 1 octave range up or down
Increased polyphony tone output level to mixer
Lower circuit board supported for better structural integrity

The old deteriorating foam on the inside has been removed.
All keys removed and cleaned
Key contacts cleaned and reformed
All switches and rotary pots cleaned
Slide control potentiometers have been disassembled, cleaned, and lubricated.
All solder connections have been checked, and re-soldered as needed.
Fully calibrated to factory specifications

Everything works. Sounds great.
This is the custom MG-1 you've been waiting for!"


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