1974 EMS SYNTHI 100 Up For Sale

Note: links to listings are affiliate links for which the site may be compensated.

via this Reverb listing

"Up for sale is an original 1974 EMS Synthi 100 Synthesizer. I am the second owner of this amazing instrument. It is in incredible condition for an item of its age and size. Very few of these were produced in the early 1970s and most of them were sold to institutions, private studios and musicians - these almost never turn up for sale on the open market.

This particular Synthi 100 was one of the last produced by EMS (London) and has all of the standard factory updates including newer scope, sequencer memory display and patchable multimeter. below is a list of what is included with the auction:


- 1974 EMS Synthi 100 Synthesizer
- Dual Synthi 100 Keyboard controller with stand
- Synthi 100 Plinth
- EMS Synthi 100 Handbook
- EMS Synthi 100 Service Document Collection
- 2 EMS Synthi 100 Mic Preamps (only set I've seen)
- 2 Custom acrylic matrix panel covers
- Set of Blue Pins (CV)
- Set of Yellow Pins (audio)
- Set of Orange Pins (shorting - Trigger/Sequencer)
- Sequencer card edge extender (for service)
- Audio card edge extender (for service)
- Original Power Cord
- Original Keyboard Cable
- 2 Spare nixie tubes
- Spare bulbs for console lighting

Please use google to find a complete list of Synthi 100 features and functionality.

Condition:

This Synthi has required very little servicing while I have owned it, I was the first person to remove the cards when I bought it and they look like new. I will re-check all functions prior to packing and make any repairs if any are required. I am also willing to travel for installation at the buyers expense. The only cosmetic issues worth noting are some VERY minor wear to the matrix legend graphics and some peeling of the wood sides edge banding - I left this as-is for the sake of originality. The instrument can be viewed in person; alternatively, high resolution photos provided to serious buyers.

I have this listed for an aspirational price [$500,000 + $50,000 Shipping] but I am willing to negotiate with serious buyers.

Please contact me with any realistic offers, I don't have a lot of time to field random questions from enthusiasts at the moment.

Very few of these instruments were produced fewer still have survived in this condition and most will never be available for sale.

Payment:

Payment is via wire transfer only.

Shipping:

Crating and shipping are the responsibility of the buyer, I can of course help make arrangements. I have the shipping listed for $25,000.. again this is just for the sake of the ad and will be determined at the time of sale.

This is not a joke or a scam, I am a technician who specializes in high end musical electronics - references are available."

For those new to MATRIXSYNTH, please note this is a Reverb listing and is NOT associated with this site. We just report what's out there.