"Quite uncommon analog string synth/piano here. It’s the Univox branded version of the original Crumar Multiman (pre-S model).
Great brass sound with adjustable ADSR/filter, piano, clav, violin, cello. All sounds can be individually volume adjusted and split on one or both sides of the keyboard.
DISCLOSURE: I sold this once, and purchaser decided they didn’t like it, said they thought volume levels of some settings were uneven. They shipped it back loose in a box with no packing and it had a hard ride. High F key was broken off, several slider knobs were crushed and switches dislodged. Switches and keys have since been fixed (bottom of key has a chip out of it, and slider knobs are unobtainable). It sounds good, exactly like the attached video. It’s an unrestored vintage string synth that will arrive exactly like you hear and see in pictures, no more or less."
"Playing with our newly restored Crucianelli/Crumar Compac Synth."
"Yep, the Crucianelli Compac Synth finally works fully. Tuning it was a PITA but glad we finally got to demoing it properly. I brought my new film studio equipment and multiple cameras, plus my studio PC + audio interface for extra quality :)
Now onto other projects!
0:00 teaser
0:17 final repairs
1:55 testing keyboard & VCO
2:58 calibration of VCA & VCF
5:04 tuning (100 trimmers)
8:39 final touches
9:30 History of the synth
16:28 FULL DEMO"
"The Synthesizer is in perfect condition and has only minor signs of using. It got a Midi Upgrade and it works perfectly. The Synth was mainly used privately and has not seen any performances or anything else. Please note that I am only selling the device without accessories. No bags, cases, stands, Manuals, Speakers or anything else. Only the musical instrument including power cable is supplied.
00:00 Opening Titles 00:17 Introduction 01:25 Switched On 80s 12:54 Little Black Boxes 15:48 Commercial Break 17:26 Patching Today 26:07 Synthesiser Club 29:19 Video Lab 33:44 Outro
"Crumar Spirit by Cherry Audio captures the unique sound and features of the exceptional analog monosynth from 1983, originally designed by some of the most legendary figures in the synth industry. Spirit is a gateway to sonic experimentation. It is not a polite instrument. Nor is it clean, safe, or obvious. However, twist a few knobs and it will reward you with some of the most colorful sounds you have ever heard from a virtual analog software synthesizer.
"100 additional presets for Cherry Audio's Crumar Spirit synthesizer by James Dyson that showcase its darker and more atmospheric side in nine categories. Explore more advanced modulations, integrated effects, rhythmic arpeggios, and aftertouch performance features.
"We are proud to preset the new Crumar Spirit by Cherry Audio, a meticulous software recreation of the unique, quirky and elusive Crumar Spirit analog synthesizer from the early 1980s. This is a two-part series. In Part 1 we go over most of the original-instrument features (minus the arpeggiator).
Part 2, covering the remaining features and exploring factory presets, will be released soon.
00:00 Introduction
00:34 A brief history
01:54 Overview of Crumar Spirit by Cherry Audio
02:35 Oscillators
09:59 Upper filter
12:41 Lower filter
20:02 Noise generator
23:43 Shaper Y (and Shaper Y audio path)
33:24 Mod X
41:24 Conclusion"
Crumar Spirit by Cherry Audio is a meticulously crafted virtual recreation that captures the unique and captivating features of the exceptional analog monosynth from 1983, originally designed by some of the most legendary figures in the synth industry. In collaboration with Crumar, we have reopened a time capsule to revive this Italian cult classic and thoughtfully elevated it with Cherry Audio's signature style.
Spirit is a gateway to sonic experimentation, whether you are after wild, unpredictable timbres or warm, analog tones. It is not a polite instrument. Nor is it clean, safe, or obvious. However, twist a few knobs and it will reward you with some of the most colorful sounds you have ever heard from a virtual analog software synthesizer.
Crumar Spirit includes over 430 sensational presets in 12 categories
Producers will find immediate inspiration in Spirit's extensive preset library, created by a talented sound design team led by veteran sound designer James Terris. And don't miss the Spectres for Spirt Preset Pack (sold separately), featuring an additional 100 additional presets by James Dyson.
A "Little Synth" Designed by Legends
Crumar S.P.A., based in Castelfidardo, Italy, was a notable player in the 1970s musical instrument industry, specializing in home organs, digital pianos, and multi-sound keyboards, and with a significant focus on the U.S. market. Sante Crucianelli, the son of the owner, became the driving force behind Crumar's design and strategies. Crumar became known for its open lab culture, frequently allowing competitors to test instruments, a rare practice for the time. Another key figure during this period was Luciano Jura, a designer, musician, and programmer. Luciano became crucial as Crumar's point of contact with synth pioneer Bob Moog, which led to a collaboration that resulted in the creation of Crumar's Spirit synthesizer.
Although many details have been lost due to the passing of key figures and the closure of Crumar, the development of the Spirit synthesizer in the U.S. is well documented. Key contributors to the project, codenamed "Little Synth," included Moog engineer Jim Scott, Moog clinician and electronic music historian Tom Rhea, and Bob Moog himself. The project likely began around 1980 or 1981, and incorporated elements from earlier projects by Scott and Moog. Rhea played an essential role in defining the Spirit's key features, such as the keyboard scanning setup, panel layout, functional architecture, and technical documentation. The Crumar Spirit went into production and was released in late 1983.
"Beautiful vintage crumar spirit. Comes with original extra vintage filterchip cem3350. i had modi implanted by Cox-electronics in the Netherlands. The hole and text where already there. Think crumar wanted it that time. It's been totally cleaned by Cox Electronics as well. Lot's of fun now with the midi and some functionality has midi cc as well. It's near mint. Sounds amazing this is not the remake but the original one made by Bob Moog."
"This song tells the story of a journey taken by two people who love each other and say to each other, 'you whisper my way, you whisper my way, you whisper my way, you move my borders.' The two travelers sometimes dream of going to desert and no time places. In these places, the imagination and the soul can free itself from the burdens of everyday life.
The song was also produced with vintage analog synthesizers to give it an 80s funk feel."
In order of appearance:
Crumar Bit 99
Roland Jupiter-X
Artruia Matrixbrute
Korg Prologue
Elka Rhapsody
Moog Minimoog XL
"This week We were lucky enough to spend the whole week at @museodelsynthmarchigiano1717 Lots of videos and things to come! @Hainbach behind the camera!
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i have a video on the Crumar spirit already up on patreon here :- / look-at-crumar-133890428
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if you haven't seen the link at the top to the museums youtube channel here is the website :-
https://www.museodelsynth.org/"
"This is a unique opportunity to take an extremely rare piece of gear: the Crumar Synthaphone!
I made a DEMO video to show it, check it below. [posted here]
FULLY SERVICED by pro tecnician
Collector’s Item: this is serial N. 20!! (only 100 units were produced)
- with Breath Controller
- original Case
Fully Analog Monophonic Portable Monster, with CEM filters
this info on page 77 of Peter Forrest's trusty 'A-Z of ANALOGUE SYNTHS, PART 1' - Synthaphone: 37-note (F-F) monosynth with breath control. 1982-84. 'The little wind synth with the big sound!’
8 presets: Tuba, Horn, Trombone, Trumpet, Sax, Clarinet, Oboe, Flute (the lower-pitched ones definitely have more power, as is common with early preset synths). The Portamento controls are On/Off, Auto (i.e. legato-only or always), Rate. Volume knob, Pitch knob (tunable over about 1.5 octaves!), Touch Sensitivity (for the Touch Vibrato, a fine feature allowing you to rhythmically push down on any key for natural vibrato) and Breath Sensitivity. The last refers to the little breath controller (with small mouthpiece attached to one of two narrow rubber tubes about 18' long) which you can attach to one end of the keyboard."
The CRUMAR Synthaphone has only been fetured on the site once before in a video by Hainbach here.
"FREE improvisations on this incredible rare synth:
the CRUMAR SYNTHAPHONE!
Created by Ing.Jura in 1983
A monster analog monophonic synth with Breath Controller (CEM filters)
(approx 100 units were made)
00:00 Pan Overture
00:40 Blast Bass
00:58 Firebird
01:20 OB-oe
01:29 Electric Wasps
01:41 Psilocybin
01:50 The Enchanted Forest (Breath Control)
02:26 Elegy from an Outer Space
02:48 Kazzimma
03:04 Butter Waves
03:16 Razor
03:33 Black Hole
03:54 TRANCEgenic Bass
FX used on some patches:
OTO Bim delay
OTO Bam reverb"
"Bit One for Kontakt and Ableton Live brings the vintage sound of the Crumar Bit One to modern music production. This versatile synth pack captures the essence of '80s Italo Disco and electro, offering punchy basses, electric pianos, bright string ensembles, and funky leads. With 107 multi-sampled patches, seamless loop points, and Class A gear sampling, it delivers a rich, dynamic sound perfect for electronic music enthusiasts.
Kontakt:
Primus synthesizer included
07 selectable waveforms
Ableton Live:
107 Synth Devices
6 Macro Control Templates
Device preview playback
Direct install into “Packs” section
"This is without a doubt the nicest Crumar Bit 99 I’ve ever owned or seen. It looks beautiful and shows signs of only very light use. It’s been well cared for in its life.
Everything works as it should — zero issues.
I purchased this in 2023 from a 100% feedback eBay seller. He made the following updates:
- power supply electrolytic capacitors replaced
- voice board electrolytic capacitors replaced
- firmware upgraded with Tauntek one: you can now easily control and program the synth with any midi controller
- keyboard dismantled and contacts and bus bar cleaned
- meticulously calibrated
- panel board and case fully dismantled, cleaned and polished
PLEASE NOTE: This is a 220-volt unit. You will need a step-up transformer to use this in the U.S. or Asia. This auction includes the power cable with the Euro/U.K. plug as shown in the photos, but no step-up transformer is provided."
"Quite uncommon analog string synth/piano here. It’s the Univox branded version of the original Crumar Multiman (pre-S model).
