What is thing thing?! Breaking down the MORESCHI / GODWIN CD 1

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00:00 video begins
01:59 introduction and specs
04:18 drum machine demonstration
06:22 auto accompaniment break
08:06 drum machine demonstration continues
09:25 modulation section
10:52 musical interlude
14:22 bonus musical interlude

"GODWIN / MORESCHI CD 1 - 1984

What is this thing?
Why does it look so awesome?
Who controls it?
How?

Also released under the Moreschi brand and sometimes with a reversed control panel, the questions are piling up over here and since this unicorn doesn't get captured very often we thought we owed the internet quality photos and an in-depth, technical video demonstration of its functions.

We haven't managed to crack open the Treble sounds - we need the schematics to properly access those - if anyone has them please contact us - and stay tuned for a Part II then.

The video probably has the information you need but let's dive in to a basic rundown here just in case:

The CD1 is an Italian auto-accompaniment unit derived from the Godwin Drummaker 32.
Hooking this up to an electronic accordion, foot pedals or an organ you get organ and polyphonic sounds, pre-programmed chords, arpeggios, bass lines and drum machine patterns.
It's unclear which accordion model is compatible to the CD1, if such an object exists.

The unit has 6 sections: Drum machine, Bass, Chords, Arpeggio, Treble and Solo sounds. Plus a modulation section.

The 2 arpeggio sounds are the same as on the Drummaker 32 while the drums are unique to the CD1.
Our plan is to unlock the last tabs sounds properly once we find the schematics or manual but in the meantime the unit trigger 4 chords with the Program push buttons so you can still use it and it sounds great."

Wersi Wersimatic WM24 / like Elgam Carousel Godwin Drummaker CX1

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"Rare analog drum machine and auto accompaniment unit from Germany. Very much like italians units like Elgam Carousel, Elka Wilgamat or Welson Ritmo, and predecessor of the CX1.

VIDEO DEMO [previously posted here]

Unit was fully recapped and is in fully working condtion.

As an early 70s unit except some backgroun noise but nothimg major, check the démo.

Cosmetic is quite good with some wear.

Comes with original DIN and jack cables to plug the keyboard to the drum expander."

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Finally a decent video on the GODWIN DRUMMAKER 32

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""Many find it attractive" reads the gushing review in british music mag Muzines in February 1983 : https://www.muzines.co.uk/articles/go...
The reviewer makes the point that it sounds too good to be a typical auto-accompaniment section from an organ and damnit if that ain't right.
Punchy drums, futuristic synth arpeggios, separate audio outputs and individual volumes for most drum sounds.

We finally found a Godwin Drummaker 32 and its even rarer keyboard 32 K and we think the internet deserves a high quality video of its sounds and functions since the ones out there might leave more to be desired.

Most of the specific information and specs are in the video text so please have a look but a quick summary would go a little something like this :

The successor to the Drummaker 45 share all the original features but got an upgrade with completely new sounds in every section.
The new drums are snappier and fill-ins have been added while the arpeggio has an actual synth sound.

Used by OMBs - One Man Bands - all over Italy, this type of machine generate accompaniment to sing and play other instruments over when the budget and/or stage space is limited.
The keyboard on top indicates the chord and key to the unit below, generating bass lines, chord patterns and arpeggios.

If you're into rare Italian synths and drum machines you should check out our website which is basically an encyclopedia of them : https://www.vintageaudioinstitute.com/

And don't miss our next video of the almost equally rare GODWIN CD1 so subscribe here on Youtube or better still follow us on Instagram where we also post vintage gear for sale : / vintage_audio_institute_italia

Elgam carousel elka wilgamat solton disco 64 solton polyvox wersimatic cx1 cx2"

You can find addtional posts featuring the GODWIN DRUMMAKER 32 here.

Rare birds: Wersi Wersimatic II WM24 + WM24B analog drum machine & accompaniment synth

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Currently listed on Reverb and eBay here.

Pics captured here.

"functionnal demo of this Wersi Wersimatic analog drum and accompaniment unit I just serviced. It's very like other units of that era like the Elgam Carousel, Elka Wilgamat or Godwin Drummaker.
You get 24 rhythm patterns that can all be combined and 12 accompaniment patterns that can also all be combined and these consist of an arpeggio (with a selection of 2 sounds: piano and spinet), a walking bass and a chord (with a selection of 3 sounds: piano, spinet and guitar). You can manually play chords or play 'one-fingered' chord and then you have the option to alter the chords (Min, 7th and Diminished).
On the drum you have the option to alternate 2 patterns. Note that one of the pattern should have a dot under its name and the second should not, otherwise these pattens won't alternate but combined. You can actually alternate between groups of combined dotted patterns and undotted patterns (i do this towards the end of the video).
Other nice features includes mute switches for most of the sound (unfortunately not for the Hi Hat and Cymbal), snare roll, drum fill, stereo output (demo was recorded in mono output plugged into a Dynacord VRS23 for reverb).
These units can also very easily be moddified (indivual outputs, trigger input, clock input etc)"

Godwin Drummaker 32

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"Amazing and rare auto accompaniment unit available for sale - just serviced and sounding fantastic - punchy drum section with individual volumes, chords, bass and arpeggiator with 4 lines per rhythm and 4 different sounds.

Ships out with original foot pedals and foot switch.

Some wear and oxidation on main unit as seen in photos, very good condition foot pedals and foot switch."

You can find a video featuring one previously posted here, and posts featuring additional pics here.

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Godwin Drummaker 45 Computer System - Italian 1970s - With Keyboard

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"Godwin Drummaker 45 Computer System with original Keyboard controller.

See video attached.

Mostly working but needs service.

Arp section not sounding. Drums section working but high pitched noise bleeding through.

Keyboard seems to be working fine.

Other few minor issues with the machine, it just needs a service and some attention from someone who had the time. Beautiful sounding machine."

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Elka Wilgamat Analog Drum Machine and Synth

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"The Elka Wilgamat was an accompaniment unit intended as an add-on to some of Elka's organ line and also as a standalone unit with dedicated 2 octave keyboard. It consists of a rhythm unit, a bass section and a chord section. All sounds are of course fully analog. It is very similar in features and sound to the Godwin Drummaker, Wersi Wersimatic WM24, Elgam Carousel or Böhm Böhmat. If you don't know these units check the video I made with a different unit. [previously posted here] Unit was serviced and is in fully working order. It comes with a custom DIY keyboard and cable. Cosmetic the unit has some scuffs mainly on the case but overall looks very nice."

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Elka Wilgamat analog drum machine and synth

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"The Elka Wilgamat was an accompaniment unit intended as an add-on to some of Elka's organ line and also as a standalone unit with dedicated 2 octave keyboard. It consists of a rhythm unit, a bass section and a chord section.

All sounds are of course fully analog. It is very similar in features and sound to the Godwin Drummaker, Wersi Wersimatic WM24, Elgam Carousel or Böhm Böhmat.

if you don't know these units check the video I made with a different unit: [previously featured here]

Unit was serviced and is in fully working order. It comes with a custom DIY keyboard and cable. Cosmetic the unit has some scuffs mainly on the case but overall looks very nice."

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*WARNING SUPER CHEESY* Non-Stop Music From The Godwin Drummaker 45

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Follow-up to this post.

GODWIN DRUMMAKER 45 TIME
Download The EP, Samples, And ALSO The isolated Godwin from these songs without the other instruments or effects over here :-
https://www.patreon.com/posts/1191629...
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FULL EP IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON BANDCAMP :-

A WHOLE 1970's BAND IN A BOX? The Godwin Drummaker 45.

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"GODWIN DRUMMAKER 45 TIME
Download The EP, Direct Samples, Isolated Parts of the godwin and much more! here : / lookmumnocomputer"



"A Collection of songs made with the Godwin Drummaker 45 and a Korg MS10 released January 1, 2025"

Godwin 32P Drummaker

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"Cult classic Groovebox.

Usually working but glitching occasionally. All sections functional but unit freezes occasionally, but keeps playing. No controller (foot pedal or keyboard) included.

Seems to function fine after it's been powered up for a while."

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Godwin Drummaker 45

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You can find a demo of one posted here.

"Godwin Drummaker 45 Computer System - 1970s Italian Drum Machine / Auto-Accompaniment / Bass System.

Comes with Pedal Controller.

Working excellently, sounding fantastic. Some of the nicest analog drums ever engineered. Smooth deep bass, nice 3-voice synth section.

Two notes of the foot controller not working, otherwise working perfectly."

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Godwin 32P Drummaker Sisme - Rare Italian Drum Machine / Synth / Groovebox

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You can find a demo of one previously posted here.

"Godwin 32p Drummaker by Sisme.

Italian analog drum machine / synth/ bass machine.

Recently serviced. Fully working.

Comes with Godwin 32 foot pedal controller.

Slider volume per drum voice.

Tempo sync via voltage clock jack, can be synced to a huge range of gear, keystep beatstep, roland units etc etc.

Individual outputs with drums grouped, arpeggiator, bass, chords.

Truly incredible sounding unit. Some of the nicest sounding drums in existence. Synth voices and arpeggiator and bass machine are to die for.

This thing will put you in a trance guaranteed. Its really really a unique machine.

All buttons working, all outputs clean, Led screen perfect, all potentiometers cleaned."

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Godwin Drummaker 45 Computer System - All Rhythm Presets - Italian Classic Drum Machine

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"A short video demonstrating the preset drum rhythms from the fantastic Italian Godwin Drummaker 45 Drum Machine from the late 1970s.

This fully analog machine has some of the nicest sounding drum sounds going. Punchy, deep, clear, hypnotic sounds. With excellent rhythm patterns to go along with them.

Each of the preset rhythm patterns cycle through three rhythm variations.

This machine also has a fantastic chord / bass / three voice arpeggiator, which can be played with a foot pedal controller or mini keyboard (like a three note poly synth) and choosing combinations of voices and patterns to go along with the rhythms can create a huge number of variations. The accompaniment side of the machine is not demonstrated in this video. I hope to show it in a subsequent video."

And here it is:

Godwin Drummaker 45 Computer System - Melody Accompaniment Demo - Classic Italian Drum Machine

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"Short demonstration of the Godwin Drummaker 45 Computer System - Drum Machine / Bass / Chord / Arpeggiator unit.

Made in Italy, late 1970s.

Very nice machine. Fully analog sound generation. Chords can be played using the bass foot pedals or small keyboard, both of which were available as an option when new.

Cheers :)"

Godwin Drummaker 45 - With Bass Pedal Controller

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"Godwin Drummaker 45 drum machine / synth /arpeggiator.

Comes with bass pedals (foot) controller for playing polyphonic melody parts.

Working perfectly, fully tested.

Sounds fantastic. Tonnes of character. Absolute heaven through some reverb.

Punchy drums, smooth cymbals, preset rhythms to die for.

All buttons, switches, pots working without issue.

Tempo knob added instead of slider for more accurate control.

Cosmetic condition decent, some surface marking as is common on all these. Inside is perfect."

Godwin Drummaker 32 P

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"ULTRA RARE! Amazing analogue Arranger drum machine made by Godwin Sisme in 1973. Complete of k32 keyboard, P32 pedal, original volume pedal and The original metal stand. Cosmetically perfect! The machine sounds very good is really warm and beatiful. Quite IMPOSSIBLE to find another like this complete and ready to play. Extremely rare and collectable. Used by kraftwerk!"

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UNBOXING THE ELGAM CRAZY BAND 48

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"We were super excited to receive this unicorn, vintage groove box - the machine that was the very last breath of the Elgam in 1982 - it was shipped out as the company folded.
The Elgam Crazy Band 48 was the follow up to the now sought-after Elgam Carousel and it shares some of its functions but not any of it's components, schematics or architecture.
The unit was well packed in a sturdy box but only emit a loud hiss and one single note on arrival.
Yep - this is often the reality of unboxing vintage gear.
This machine is now in the shop for repairs but it's a long journey to get it back up and running - if it ever will. The music in the background is from a similar device we demo:ed in an earlier video : the Godwin Drummaker 45."

GODWIN DRUMMAKER 45 SOUND DEMO - LAST AVAILABLE UNIT

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"A little demo of a the last available Godwin Drummaker 45 for sale - just back from extensive repairs it sounds marvelous!
Some spring reverb and echo from the Solton Cathedral E-2000 unit.
Condition is very good with some oxidation on front panel which tend to happen with these - we put down some anti-oxidation to halt it in its tracks so should not deteriorate further down the line.
The keys of the keyboard have some minor scratches and miss-coloration up close.
We demo the one finger mode towards the end of the video - along with the Orchestral arpeggiator mode - good fun."

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"Godwin Drummaker 45 for sale - this is our last available unit - just back from extensive repairs it sounds marvelous!

All wooden details have a fresh new veneer.

The keyboard has a new all-black paint job and a new cable.

I cannot stress enough how damn cool these machines are - check the video demo of this very unit for sale here.

Condition is very good with some oxidation on front panel which tend to happen with these - we put down some anti-oxidation to halt it in its tracks so should not deteriorate further down the line.

The keys of the keyboard have some minor scratches and miss-coloration up close.

220 volt version Power cable (standard) is not included.

Item ships from Italy."

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WERSI WERSIMATIC II

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"It's still here and we love it - so here we go again with new music :
The Wersimatic II - the previous generation of the Wersimatic 24 auto-accompaniment machine and probably familiar to fans of the Elgam Carousel, Böhm Solist 78, Elka Wilgamat and Godwin Drummaker 45 units.

The Wersimatic II has 4 sections on board:
Bass line tone generator
Drum machine with individual mute options
Various chord sounds
Various Arpeggiator sounds (same sounds as chords but with busier patterns)

The bass sounds great - very nice and analog.
Drum sounds are very analog - this is sound generation in its infancy - the hi-hats scare me :)
The chord and arpeggiator sounds were processed through the Digitech Synth Wah - a relatively cheap envelope follower pedal that’s a great bang for the buck.

The sounds and controls are across the board identical to the Wersimatic 24 unit as far as we can tell but the difference being the Wersimatic II was never made as a stand-alone unit - it was part of a large, double manual organ called Wersi Helios.
This particular one is unique : it has been transplanted from that organ into a smaller box with a twelve buttons acting as chord control instead of the two bottom octaves of the organ.

Special thanks to Organfairy for the rare schematics that were necessary to complete the repair : dude you f-ing rock

Vintage Audio Institute is a gear vendor and recording studio in the hills of Florence"

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Exploring the Wersimatic II

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"Another take with the Wersimatic II, the older sister / brother of the Wersimatic 24 auto-accompaniment machine and distant cousin to the Elgam Carousel, Böhm Solist 78, Elka Wilgamat and Godwin Drummaker 45.

The sounds and controls are across the board identical to the Wersimatic 24 unit as far as we can tell.
The Wersimatic II was never made as a stand-alone unit but was part of a large, double manual organ called Wersi Helios in the mid 70s.
This particular one has been transplanted from an organ into a smaller box with a twelve buttons acting as chord control instead of the bottom keys of the organ.

Special thanks to Organfairy for the rare schematics : dude you f-ing rock

The Wersimatic II has sections on board:
Bass
Drum machine
Various chord sounds"

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