Steiner-Connolly Synthacon – Reissue of the Iconic 1970s Monophonic Synthesizer SN 0026

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"Steiner-Connolly Synthacon – Reissue of the Iconic 1970s Monophonic Synthesizer

Designed Under the Direction of Nyle Steiner | MIDI-Equipped | FATAR Keybed | Vintage Character with Modern Enhancements

The iconic Synthacon is back—and this time, it’s built to last.

This is a Steiner-Connolly Synthacon, a faithful, full-size reissue of the original 1970s Steiner-Parker Synthacon. Developed under the direct supervision of Nyle Steiner, this rare monophonic analog synthesizer has been painstakingly recreated using discrete, through-hole components—right down to the original circuit board layout.

It’s vintage where it counts, but thoughtfully updated for today’s studio and stage use. With the addition of MIDI, a high-quality FATAR keybed, and subtle performance refinements, this Synthacon gives you the unmistakable character of the original with modern stability and usability.

Features & Specs:

True Analog Signal Path – Discrete components, no DSP or modeling
3 Oscillators:
VCO 1: Sawtooth & Sine
VCO 2 & 3: Sawtooth & Pulse
White & Pink Noise Generator
Multimode Sallen-Key Filter – Lowpass, Bandpass, Highpass (no volume loss at high resonance)
2 Envelopes – Classic ADSR and a dedicated trigger envelope
LFO + Sample & Hold Processor – A rare modulation option for this era
Portamento (Glide) Control
MIDI Input – Modern integration without compromising tone
FATAR Keybed – High-quality feel for expressive performance
Built Like the Originals – Through-hole design, no surface mount components
Condition:

This unit is extremely clean, with only light signs of handling. It is fully operational and functions as intended. All features work smoothly, and it sounds phenomenal—no issues, no quirks, just the rich, vibrant tone you'd expect from a high-end analog instrument. A fantastic choice for serious collectors, synth designers, and players alike.

Included:

Steiner-Connolly Synthacon synthesizer
Power cable
Ships securely packed. No original box or manual included.
Whether you're after vintage textures, rare modulation capabilities, or just a truly unique piece of synth history, the Synthacon delivers. This is a boutique instrument made with passion and precision, and it stands out as one of the most faithful analog recreations available today."