Waddingtons Compute-a-Tune w/ Original Box

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You can find a couple of demos previously posted here.

"1978 (I think) Waddingtons Compute-a-Tune Analog Synthesizer with Programmable 32-Note Sequencer. Made in the UK (Leeds). With original box and instructions.

Battery powered (nearly new batteries included). Line out and built in speaker. Volume knob is disabled for line out. It has a fixed volume. Check out the various videos on You Tube to see what this does.

Distinctive sound and 2 octave membrane keyboard. Black and white notes!

Condition is good overall. There are some marks to the plastic surface, but no major damage. The keys work and other membrane buttons work pretty well. I'm sure as well as they ever did ;) The sponge in the battery compartment had worn away, so I cleaned the last bits of it off. Doesn't effect use. The name plate below the speaker is a little bent (it's thin tin or something and not a sticker). Box is in pretty good condition with original polystyrene. Some rips here and there.

The switches on top are quite stiff, but all working. I bought this for a one-off project and much fun, though it is, space and money require this sale."

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Retro Review & Demo - Waddington's Compute-A-Tune Toy Sequencer

Published on Feb 3, 2019 ChrisLody

"This is the Waddington's Compute-A-Tune which is a tiny toy sequencer and keyboard that was released, at my best guest, in the late 1970's or early 1980's. Cool little thing I hope you'll agree :D

Here's the song I made with it:"

#Jamuary Day 21 - Waddingtons Compute-A-Tone Toy Sequencer

Published on Jan 21, 2019 ChrisLody

"Day 21 of Jamuary

I have to confess that I made this back on the 5th of Jan as part of Jamuary but made a better tune immediately after. Time is short today though. This was made using only the 1970s maybe 1980s Waddigtons Compute-A-Tune toy sequencer and a 4 track. For me it invokes the sound of cold war number stations, the little musical bits in between all the code. Like something from The Lincolnshire Poacher broadcast."

Circuit Bent Waddingtons Compute-A-Tune

Published on Sep 26, 2017 Simon The Magpie

Waddingtons Compute-a-Tune Synth 1978 & Korg A5 + Boss dr. sample SP-202

Published on Aug 27, 2015 lookapi

"Waddingtons Compute-a-Tune toy synthesizer & Korg A5 + Boss dr. sample SP-202 Soundcheck by noheadchicken Live @ Petit Rigolo Records 2015

Waddingtons Compute-a-Tune toy synth with Korg A5 effects
Boss Sp-202 sampler with Korg A5 effects

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Retro Waddingtons Compute a Tune Musical Computer Synth Keyboard

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Rare Waddingtons keyboard from 1978
Fully working and tested (requires 2 x 9V battery) not included
In very good condition, comes with original box, polystrene tray and instruction booklet
Box has some wear from age and storage with edge/corner wear and general marks
Size of box - 15.5" x 82

This is the first Waddingtons post.

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