MATRIXSYNTH: 1974 Moog Minimoog Model D


Tuesday, February 20, 2024

1974 Moog Minimoog Model D

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Note the reflections on the wood.

"Up for your consideration is this nearly 50 year old, un-modded, and fully-refreshed, May 1974 Minimoog Model D.

This Model D sounds proper wicked with no trace of 'quirks' or issues; From the centered pitch wheel to the CV input and S-trig inputs working as expected. This particular unit works and sounds incredible. The control knobs and switches work without noise or issues. The keybed is properly firm, with a nice greazy-give and smoothness; 'A great action.' as described by an experienced gigging keyboardist who visited me last week.

The original internal-boards are labeled with matching serial #s that match chassis.

During the freshening this half-century-old Model D it was fitted with a new power cable, a new power lamp, all new key bushings, key alignment, and all new electrolytic capacitors thru-out. Freshening also included finely detailed cleaning of all switches and and rotory switches, disassembly and cleaning the pots, and the keybed was rebuilt. The cabinet was refreshed but with deliberate attention to retaining scars, nicks, and bumps left from the original Twin Cities session-musican owner. Lastly the unit was completely calibrated to specifications @ 72F and has been played several times a week over the past month."

1 comment:

  1. beautiful but new ones got the MIDI

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