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"This is a unique opportunity to buy a monster synth, that is also a piece of synth pop history. Two cabinets plus the original keyboard, all lids, interconnection cables and original manual included. The first cabinet is a Roland System-700 Lab is one of the rarest and most sought-after modular synthesizers ever built.
Introduced in 1976 as part of Roland’s legendary System-700 series, the Lab version was designed as a compact, self-contained modular laboratory for advanced sound design, research, and education — but with the same discrete analog circuitry, massive sound, and build quality as the full studio system.
This one was owned by Bill Vorn, keyboardist of the synth-pop band Rational Youth, used in the following albums dated 1981 to 1983 : Rational Youth, Saturdays in Silesia, City of Night and I want to see the light, as reported in the certification signed by Bill Vorn himself, provided in the item. The second one is another original SYS 700 one, connected and internally cabled to the main one by means of the original cable, with the super rare modules that you see in the picture: an additional, multimode filter, the great output module and… a professionally custom module with a perfect ARP 2600 VCF clone… plus other stuff.
All the best Sys 700 modules, featuring the iconic vintage Roland tone — warm and incredibly dynamic — and offers an extraordinary range of sonic possibilities thanks to its flexible patch architecture. Perfect for collectors, professional studios, or synth enthusiasts looking for a centerpiece instrument with historical and musical significance. The system sports a comprehensive modular architecture with 3 oscillators, 2 filters, 2 VCAs, 6 envelopes (!), mixer, phaser, spring reverb (HUGE) and …utilities.
Legendary System-700 sound — powerful basses, evolving textures, experimental tones. What to say more? Fully functional and in very good cosmetic condition with minor signs of use. You will never find another in such condition. Last call…"
"This is a unique opportunity to buy a monster synth, that is also a piece of synth pop history. Two cabinets plus the original keyboard, all lids, interconnection cables and original manual included. The first cabinet is a Roland System-700 Lab is one of the rarest and most sought-after modular synthesizers ever built.
"Roland System 700 Keyboard Controller model 701A with the 6-pin DIN cable and original System 700 brochure. Block 2 contains the 61-key (5 octave) two-voice keyboard with a controller panel which offers: pitch control, portamento time with separate on/off switch, pitch bender with center off click stop, and a pitch bend range switch (off, 0.1v, 1v, 5v). All connections for single voice operation are made through the DIN patch cord. Rear panel also contains additional output jacks for: keyboard cv 1 and cv2 (second voice), gate out, key trigger out, and bend control voltage out. If you own the main console or lab system without keyboard, this is your chance to make is complete. I'm pretty sure that the keyboard works also with the Roland 100M cabinets, but I have not tested this."
"This is a unique opportunity to buy a monster synth, that is also a piece of synth pop history. Two cabinets plus the original keyboard, all lids, interconnection cables and original manual included. The first cabinet is a Roland System-700 Lab is one of the rarest and most sought-after modular synthesizers ever built.
Introduced in 1976 as part of Roland’s legendary System-700 series, the Lab version was designed as a compact, self-contained modular laboratory for advanced sound design, research, and education — but with the same discrete analog circuitry, massive sound, and build quality as the full studio system.
"Roland System 700 main cabinet, sequencer, keyboard & ultrarare Polyfusion monophonic cv keyboard with velocity & aftertouch. The Polyfusion keyboard is connected directly to the main cabinet. There is a 1/4 patchbay to connect cv, gate trigger, velocity, pressure, etc. to make use of its extended possibilities. It has been done to make it reversible. This is a rare opportunity to own this incredibile original modular synthesizer with its sequencer. Main cabinet, sequencer & Roland keyboard are in very good shape, the Polyfusion keyboard needs (estetically) a bit TLC but it works. Famous users are Vince Clarke, Hans Zimmer, Giorgio Moroder, Aphex Twin, Richard Barbieri (Japan), Isao Tomita, Jam & Spoon, The Human League, Visage Roland System 700 main cabinet, sequencer, keyboard & ultra-rare Polyfusion monophonic CV keyboard with velocity and aftertouch. The Polyfusion keyboard is connected directly to the main cabinet. A 1/4' patchbay allows connection of CV, gate, trigger, velocity, pressure, etc., enabling full use of its extended capabilities. The modification was done in a fully reversible way. This is a rare opportunity to own this incredible original modular synthesizer with its sequencer. The main cabinet, sequencer, and Roland keyboard are in very good condition, while the Polyfusion keyboard could use a bit of cosmetic TLC but works perfectly. Famous users include Vince Clarke, Hans Zimmer, Giorgio Moroder, Aphex Twin, Richard Barbieri (Japan), Isao Tomita, Jam & Spoon, The Human League, and Visage. These are the modules: 702A VCO 702B VCO 702C VCO 708A Ring Mod / Noise 703A VCF 703B VCF 704A VCA 704B VCA 711A Rev / Pan / Phase Shifter 712A Monitor / Voltage Proc. 706A LFO 706B LFO 709A S&H 707A Amp / Env. Follower / Integrater 705A Dual EG 716A Mixer 710A Multiple Jack 718A Power Supply 717A Sequencer"
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