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Saturday, October 11, 2025

Studio Electronics Midi Mini with 1977 Mini Moog cards SN 1561

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via this Reverb listing

"This is a great sounding synth as you can imagine.

It has MINI MOOG cards from 1977 installed also with MIDI in/thru and rack mountable ready to go.

This synthesizer has some pretty cool history.
it used to belong to the keyboardist of 'AHA' Magne Furuholmen and it has been recently serviced by Rob Rosen of 'Rosen Sound' in Los Angeles so it is tip top and works perfectly.

SOUNDS HUGE!!!!!!

Down below [previously posted here] is a cool video explaining this killer synth on all the cool added features, it has compared to the original Mini Moog."

Monday, September 01, 2025

Inside Tom Oberheim’s Garage Workshop


video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

See the full interview here, and the SEM Story here.

"Step inside the legendary garage workshop of Tom Oberheim—the birthplace of some of the most iconic sounds in music history. In this rare behind-the-scenes tour, Tom shares his latest creation: a custom-built computer he’s designing entirely from scratch—just because he loves the way it sounds.

Along the way, Tom opens up his treasure chest of innovations, showing us priceless prototypes from his storied career, including the original Maestro Phase Shifter prototype and circuit boards that paved the way for his groundbreaking synthesizers.

I’m joined by Rob Rosen (Rosen Sound) and Marcus Ryle (Alesis, Line 6) as we hear directly from Tom himself, walking through this sacred space filled with history, innovation, and pure sonic imagination.
πŸ‘‰ Don’t miss this intimate glimpse into the genius of a true pioneer."

https://oberheim.com/

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

This Little Box Changed Synths Forever | Tom Oberheim’s SEM Story


video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

See the full interview here.

"How did the legendary Oberheim SEM (Synthesizer Expander Module) come to life? In this video, Tom Oberheim himself tells the story of how necessity became the mother of invention.
After creating the world’s first digital sequencer, Tom needed a dedicated synthesizer voice to play back the note information generated by the sequencer. His solution was the SEM — a compact, self-contained synth voice that could be sequenced while leaving a musician’s main synthesizer free to perform alongside it. This groundbreaking idea gave players entirely new creative possibilities and laid the foundation for some of the most influential instruments in music history. Join me, along with Rob Rosen (Rosen Sound) and Marcus Ryle (Alesis, Line 6), as we hear directly from Tom about the innovation that started it all.
πŸ‘‰ Discover how the SEM was born and why it changed the future of synthesis."

https://oberheim.com/

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com

Saturday, August 23, 2025

The Secret to the "Oberheim Sound"


video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

See the full interview here.

"Discover the true origin of the “Oberheim Sound” in this rare and revealing conversation. Legendary synth pioneer Tom Oberheim himself explains how he dialed in his iconic tone—locking himself in a room with nothing but a bag of resistors, capacitors, and an oscilloscope. Over several days, Tom tweaked and tuned until he was satisfied, even embracing a level of filter distortion that most engineers at the time would have rejected. That bold choice became the unmistakable warmth, grit, and musicality that defined the Oberheim legacy.

He’s joined by Marcus Ryle (Alesis, Line 6) and Rob Rosen (Rosen Sound) as they dive into the legacy of Oberheim instruments—from the SEM to the OB-series—and how they shaped music for artists like Prince, Stevie Wonder, Queen, and Daft Punk.

This is the inside story of how imperfection became perfection, and how one man’s vision changed music forever. Don’t miss this exclusive conversation with three icons of synthesis history."

https://oberheim.com/

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com

Friday, August 22, 2025

Tom Oberheim: The Genius Behind the Greatest Sounding Synthesizers


video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Today, we’re at the home of Tom Oberheim — one of the original pioneers who shaped synthesizers and music history. Tom's legacy includes some of the most groundbreaking innovations: (a stand alone ring modulator, the first commercially available phase shifter pedal (my personal favorite), an early digital sequencer, the Oberheim DS-2, and the SEM the first commercially available polyphonic synthesizer made in 2, 4 and 8 voice models, followed by favorites such as the OB-X, OB-Xa, OB-8, Xpander, Matrix 12, DMX drum machine and more... of course, most importantly he gave us the unmistakable "Oberheim sound" on his entire collection of iconic synthesizers that have inspired compositions and performances on countless records by multiple generations of artists.

Joining me for this special interview is my friend Rob Rosen from Rosen Sound—talented musician and renowned expert in synth restoration and preservation, and someone who's worked closely for a while with Tom to keep Oberheim instruments and ALL vintage synthesizers alive for future generations of musicians.
We’ll also be joined by Marcus Ryle, who's done so much. Marcus began his career working closely with Tom, at Oberheim, was a session musician, designed dozens of affordable and accessible products for Alesis - including the ADAT multitrack recording, Quadraverb digital reverb, and HR-1 drum machine, and later co-founded Line 6 (creating innovative guitar effects and revolutionizing digital modeling technology). His insight into Tom’s innovations—and his own contributions in music history —makes this a rare, deeply meaningful conversation.
Let’s get into it."

https://oberheim.com/

https://anthonymarinellimusic.com

Thursday, August 21, 2025

Synth Legends (2005): Bob Moog, Tom Oberheim, Dave Smith, Marcus Ryle, Roger Linn


video upload by moogfoundation

"Get your SYNTH LEGENDS Limited Edition T-Shirt here: bit.ly/SynthLegendsTshirt
Pre-orders open through August 25th!

Join us live on August 21, 2025 at 8 pm EDT as we present the entire 𝘚𝘺𝘯𝘡𝘩 π˜“π˜¦π˜¨π˜¦π˜―π˜₯𝘴 symposium from April 19, 2005 - Bob Moog’s final public appearance. This historic event, originally organized by Russ Jones of AudioMIDI, brings together synth pioneers Bob Moog, Tom Oberheim, Dave Smith, and Marcus Ryle, with Roger Linn moderating. For the first time ever, the full 1-hour and 38-minute symposium will be broadcast in its entirety.

Note: the original audio recorded at this 2005 event was only captured on the camera mics and is not studio-perfect. We’ve worked to make audio enhancements, including painstaking audio mastering by Harold LaRue (https://haroldlaruemastering.com), to make this once-in-a-lifetime conversation as clear as possible. We suggest turning on closed captioning in order to not miss any of the content.

During the stream, join Tom Oberheim, Denise Smith (Dave Smith’s widow), Marcus Ryle, and Michelle Moog-Koussa (Bob Moog’s daughter and Executive Director of the Bob Moog Foundation) in the live chat as they share reflections, answer your questions, and provide personal insights into the legacy of Bob Moog and synthesis history.

Huge thanks to our sponsors, without whom this broadcast would not have been possible:

Platinum Sponsors:
Moog Music – https://moogmusic.com
Sequential / Oberheim – https://sequential.com https://oberheim.com
Spectrasonics – https://spectrasonics.net

Gold Sponsors:
Arturia – https://arturia.com
Korg USA – https://korgusa.com
Roland – https://roland.com

Silver Sponsors:
Cherry Audio – https://cherryaudio.com
GForce Software – https://gforcesoftware.com
ILIO – https://ilio.com
Rosen Sound – https://rosensound.com |
Softube – https://softube.com

Special thanks to: Russ Jones, Harold LaRue, Dave Gross, Mark Ethier, Marcus Ryle, Tom Oberheim, Denise Smith, Roger Linn, Axel Hartmann, and David Mash, all of whose contributions helped make this possible.

Why watch?
Experience the inspiring reflections of five synth legends.
Hear behind‑the‑scenes stories of innovation from the pioneers themselves.
Celebrate Bob Moog’s enduring legacy on the 20th anniversary of his passing.

Mark your calendars and bookmark this page! You won’t want to miss this very special tribute. Feel free to share with fellow synth lovers, and join us live on the 21st to celebrate the magic of synthesis together.

Synthesizer pioneer Bob Moog passed away on August 21, 2005. Throughout the month of August, we will share an informal remembrance video series, Voices for Bob, featuring musicians, technologists, innovators, and colleagues as they remember and reflect on Bob's indelible legacy.

▶️ "Voices For Bob" Shorts series:



 
▶️ "Moog Memories” video: bit.ly/MoogMemories [posted here]

Help us carry Bob's legacy forward to inspire future generations through the intersection of science, music, history, and innovation. Support our work by doing one (or all) of the following:

🌐 Visit the Bob Moog Foundation: https://www.moogfoundation.org"

Wednesday, June 11, 2025

Surfing The Roland System-700


video upload by Rosen Sound

"In this video Rob takes you on a basic tour of the modules in a main block system 700 plus sequencer block.

These repair videos are filmed with a tripod in Rob's personal home workshop away from the hectic vibe at Rosen Sound's Burbank location."

Saturday, June 07, 2025

ARP at 100: The Alan R. Pearlman Celebrates the man behind the ARP Name on his 100th Birthday!


video upload by Alan R. Pearlman Foundation

"ARP@100 is a year-long celebration commemorating the 100th heavenly birthday of Alan R. Pearlman, inventor of ARP Synthesizers, but also a father, husband and futurist.

Join the Alan R. Pearlman Foundation and the world as we celebrate one of the synth worlds pivottal pioneers in musical instruments.

Detals: The history of ARP is one of innovation, of pioneering musical technology, of driving humanity forward, and of a genuine connection between circuits and souls.

There is a growing legacy of incredible music that keeps us going every day..
ARP makes us move. ARP tells us stories. And ARP takes us to new worlds.

As we celebrate the 100th birthday of our namesake, let's talk about the man who changed the world."

https://alanrpearlmanfoundation.org/

ARP 2500 to ARP Chroma Synths - Celebrating 100 Years of Alan R. Pearlman

video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Join me and synth expert Rob Rosen as we honor the 100th birthday of Alan R. Pearlman, the visionary founder of ARP Instruments.

In this special tribute, we explore the evolution of ARP synthesizers—from the iconic ARP 2500 to the advanced Chroma. You'll get a rare, up-close look (and listen) at the panels, sounds, and inner workings of these legendary instruments that helped shape the sound of modern music.

These synths didn’t just make history—they are just as relevant today as they ever were!

Whether you're a synth fan, musician, or just love music tech history, this one’s for you.

Please join the ARP Foundation mailing list to support and stay current with the latest exciting synthesizer related events alanrpearlmanfoundation.org"

Thursday, March 06, 2025

1975 Moog Minimoog Model D

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via this listing

"A Cosmetically Gorgeous example of a vintage minimoog and in fully functional condition. This Minimoog has been fully serviced, restored and calibrated and built with the Rosen Sound rebuild kit. This Minimoog features the early oscillator board which has been attributed to a more raw and beefier sound. The Cabinet was professionally restored by Mosquito Fleet Design."

Monday, February 10, 2025

E-MU Emulator II Vintage Synthesizer Sampler SN 348

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via this listing

"The E-MU Emulator II is a vintage synthesizer known for its iconic sound and functionality. This particular model is all original and fully functional, making it a rare find for collectors and musicians alike. With a reputation for producing rich and diverse soundscapes, the E-MU Emulator II remains a highly sought-after piece of equipment in the world of music production. This unit is very clean, it has been well-maintained and is in excellent condition for its age. Rosen sound serviced this unit fully in 2020. I used it only on a studio and it never left the studio."

Thursday, January 23, 2025

Vintage 1973 Moog Minimoog

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via this listing

"This Minimoog has been fully serviced, restored and calibrated and built with the Rosen Sound rebuild kit. This Early Minimoog features the early oscillator board which has been attributed to a more raw and beefier sound."

Monday, October 21, 2024

Moog Memorymoog w/MIDI kit

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via this listing

"This Memorymoog has been loved, and it’s got the vibe to prove it—some scratches and a worn look, but it’s fully functional and ready for more. If you’ve ever played one, you know these synths are beasts, and the sound is just massive. I’ve used this on so many records, it’s time to switch things up, but if you’re after that iconic Moog tone, this thing delivers.

It’s got the MIDI kit installed, making it a breeze to hook into modern setups. The original fan? Crazy noisy, so I replaced it with a quieter modern one—now you get all the analog magic without the extra hum. It’s been serviced every six months for regular check-ups, and back in 2018, it underwent a full restoration by Rosen Sound in LA, so it’s been well taken care of.

And yeah, all six oscillators are tuned—no small feat with these machines. If you know Memorymoogs, you know the oscillators are notorious for drifting out of tune, but I’ve kept them locked in and serviced. Be very careful when getting one of these and who you are buying it from. Constant service check ups and love is key for these"

Friday, October 04, 2024

Roland Juno-106 Sound Demo “Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence” (Ryuichi Sakamoto)


video upload by Rosen Sound

"All sounds are from a fully-restored (by us) Roland Juno-106 with some Lexicon 224 Digital Reverb."

Monday, September 16, 2024

How the Synclavier & Cameron Jones Changed Music


video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

"Step into the world of the Synclavier - the revolutionary instrument that forever changed how music and sound are created. Join me and tech expert Rob Rosen as we explore the visionary genius work and life story of Cameron Jones, co-inventor of the Synclavier. This incredible instrument redefined music production with its groundbreaking capabilities, high-res sampling to precise event editing, transforming the workflow for engineers, producers and filmmakers. Discover how the Synclavier altered the course of music history with its lasting impact on how composers could write music and what they co do with quick access to mind-blowing sounds. You'll also find out what Cameron sees for the future of music creation, expression, music tech and AI. This video is a must-watch for musicians, music lovers, inventors, tech enthusiasts...anyone with a dream!

00:00 - The Future is Now
01:08 - Video Intro
02:14 - How The Synclavier Change Music
09:39 - Early Days of Electronics
18:51 - N.E.D. The Digital Music Revolution Begins
33:06 - Selling a Dream
38:37 - Fearless Design
43:39 - Mainstream Success
51:05 - Iconic Design
1:04:57 - Synclavier Rises Again
1:09:23 - The Power of Digital
1:21:33 - Epilogue"

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Moog Memorymoog Plus

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via this listing

Pics of the inside below.

"Moog Memorymoog Plus with Midi polyphonic analog synthesizer. It's in great shape and 100% fully functional, completely gone through and serviced as needed (with many hours and high costs). If you are looking for a Memorymoog that's been well taken care of, this is the one. This will be safely packed for transit in a custom made box.

Work performed includes:
- replacement of all the electrolytic capacitors
- replacement of all the cmos ICs
- replacement of the OPAmps of the dmux board
- replacement of the socket connectors
- cleaning of all the tactile switches
- cleaning of the potentiometers
- cleaning of the key contacts
- replacement of panel ribbon connectors
- cleaning of the jack sockets
- replacement of PSU with efficient lower heat PSU + Rosen Sound stereo mod Stereo Outs (utilizes program advance and backwards jacks for stereo outs so no drilling required, Normal Mono outs work as they should too
- factory calibration"

Monday, July 22, 2024

Roland Juno-60 SN 253877

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via this listing

"This is in excellent working condition! Serviced by Rosen Sound a few years ago, this powers right up and all functions are working well. A few sliders are occasionally scratchy due to lack of recent use, but otherwise this is working perfectly."

Wednesday, July 03, 2024

Oberheim TVS-1 Two Voice Synthesizer SN 0456

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via this listing

"This is a professionally fully restored Oberheim Two Voice. It's in physically excellent condition for its age. The original tolex is in amazing shape with only a couple little tears in the lid. The keys are perfectly pristine white, no fading at all. You can tell this spend the majority of its life with the lid on judging by how nice the key whites are. Every module was professionally restored by Synth Tailor a little over a year ago, the Sequencer was restored by Rosen Sound and Synth Tailor. Restoration documentation will be provided to the new owner. Definitely not the cheapest TVS you can find but if you buy one that is not restored you are looking at 2-4k in labor to get it back to a reliable state and a very long wait time for it to be completed."

Thursday, May 09, 2024

Roland Jupiter-8 w/ Custom Knobs

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via this listing

"Here is a restored Jupiter 8, all the power supply capacitors have been replaced as well as the transformer with one manufactured by ROSEN SOUND. The CPU circuit has been replaced with a model manufactured by SYNTHWORKS and the control switch for the LFO/Modulation knob has also been replaced. The controls are in good condition and operate smoothly, and the dust covers have been replaced. There is a modification on the back that I personally never use, but from what I can see it is connected with each of the controller boards to the VCO LFO MOD section and the VCA MOD section. I have seen other JP8s with the same modification in the past but I never asked what it was for exactly. Of course for a 40 year old synthesizer there is some cosmetic wear, but it is possible to replace the side panels with new ones and the heat sink as well. The front panel was damaged at the hatch and rear, but can be dented quite easily and repainted."

Friday, March 29, 2024

"The Chromed TONTO" - MASSIVE Live Modular Synthesizer w/ P-Thugg from Chromeo


video upload by Anthony Marinelli Music

Like a modern day TONTO - "The Chromed TONTO"

"Discover the unbelievable as Anthony and co-host Rob Rosen, synth tech to the stars, team up with special guest Patrick Gemayel, also known as P-Thugg from electro-funk duo "Chromeo," to unveil and construct the world's largest touring synthesizer - a towering 18 feet long and 8 feet tall, featuring 6 keyboards, all fully CHROMED! Dive into an epic unboxing and building session, culminating in an electrifying improvised synth jam.
In this captivating video, witness the step-by-step assembly of four colossal custom chrome modular synthesizer towers, drawing inspiration from iconic sources like Stevie Wonder’s TONTO synth, 1984 Bang & Olufsen speakers, and Seventies space-age furniture. Crafted and chromed by the legendary Roger Arrick from Synthesizers.com, these towers house cutting-edge modular synths with a unique behind-the-modules patching system, ensuring seamless performances with quick sound changes and full MIDI compatibility for patch cord free audience views.
Delve into the meticulous live performance setup of P-Thugg and his duo mate David Macklovitch (aka Dave 1), showcasing their mastery of Ableton Live and AbleSet for music playback, set lists, and lighting cues. Experience the behind-the-scenes magic as you join the conversation with the funk maestro "P" in his warehouse, where dreams of a chromed synth spectacle turned into reality. Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey into the heart of electro-funk innovation!

00:00:00 Intro (music)
00:00:55 Meet P-Thugg
00:01:11 Building the Modules / Jam 1
00:02:53 The MIDI Keyboards
00:04:53 Building the Tiers / Jam 2
00:06:33 Custom system by Synthesizers.com (https://shop.synthesizers.com)
00:12:15 Custom Tuner Module
00:13:10 Synthesizer Tuner Hack
00:14:10 Modular and Poly Synth Output Configuration
00:15:50 Look Mum, no patch cords - Hard Wired Presets
00:17:34 Culmination of a Modular Dream / Monster Polyphonic Dream Next
00:19:07 Building the MIDI / Jam 3
00:22:44 Fully Built Instrument (after 3 hours setting up)
00:24:05 Preset Patching System
00:29:47 Bypassing the Preset Patches
00:30:21 Switching Presets on Stage
00:33:40 Spontaneously Programming Sounds on Stage
00:34:42 P-Thugg's Favorite Sound
00:35:25 Presets Switch between Live Panel Settings
00:36:39 Re-creating the Album in a Live Setting
00:37:35 Changing The Face Panel
00:40:09 Patching the MIDI Polyphonic Synthesizer Keyboards
00:43:15 Tuning Drifting Oscillators - Custom Tuner Module
00:43:51 Connecting All 4 Modular Instruments
00:45:59 Cleaning the Chrome
00:46:35 MIDI Interface Routing
00:48:47 Moog Modular Flexibility with Minimoog Speed
00:49:14 Front Panel Tour
00:51:20 Overriding the Presets with Patch Cords / Multi-Mode Filter
00:53:34 AbleSet by Leolabs - Set Lists, MIDI Patch Changes, Ableton Live Playback connection (https://ableset.app)
00:56:10 Ableton Light Cues
00:57:02 DAW Software - Cubase, Pro Tools, Ableton Live
00:57:50 Adapting the Show to the Song
00:59:37 Chromeo's Mission
01:01:20 Conclusion
01:01:47 Logo (music)"

Monday, January 15, 2024

Roland Juno-60 61-Key Polyphonic Analog Synthesizer Fully Serviced

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via this auction

"Power section and chorus board fully recapped, brand new battery, factory presets loaded, faders and keybed cleaned. Tape Verify button was non-functioning, replaced with an OEM switch from Rosen Sound.

Overall the unit is in great shape with only one minor blemish on the sideboard. Chorus is clean and strong, no white noise. Preset bank 1 button sometimes needs a bit of a hard push but every other button is working great. Missing the dust covers on a couple switches, as well as a couple exterior screws. Comes with an anvil hard case."

Two pics of the inside below.

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