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"For your consideration is this vintage 1977 ARP 2600 series “2601″ analog synthesizer and matching “3620″ keyboard. This particular set, both with matching serial numbers (0711), is in near mint, all original, impeccably serviced, condition and includes the original case lids, the original owner’s manual, the controller owner's manual, the original patch book, and original patch cables. This unit was purchased directly from synth tech extraordinaire Will Alexander, and though it was in extremely excellent shape when initially serviced, it was transformed into the absolute best functioning ARP 2600 possible: every single mechanical component was cleaned, all rubber bushings were replaced, and everything was precisely calibrated. For those who have been waiting for the definitive premium example, well, look no further, this is the one, and we have decided to sell it to the highest bidder with No Reserve, Free USA shipping, and discounted Worldwide delivery, so place a bid, because finding a comparable keyboard will be near impossible!
Will Alexander, personal synth tech for Keith Emerson/ELP, Herbie Hancock, and The Rolling Stones, to name just a handful, in addition to being an important figure at Oberheim, took great care in restoring what little needed to be addressed to beyond factory specifications, resulting in the best performing, most consistent ARP 2600 we've had the pleasure of offering.The only mod, which we considered highly thoughtful, was the replacement of the traditional oval power cable receptacle with a standard IEC female jack. Though no pictured, an IEC cable is included.
This extremely well-preserved piece presents in near immaculate condition, and aside from one minor set of snags (having since been secured by Will) on the exterior of the synth lid, it would otherwise be considered undeniably mint. Save for such, this is an incredibly clean synth, with no evidence of mis-treatment, improper storage, or even expected wear.
The ARP 2600 is considered the absolute benchmark in compact analog semi-modular synthesis. Extremely versatile, and capable of producing a seemingly indefinite amount of both classic and modern synth sounds, the 2600 has become the standard by which other synths are measured.
Played, and made famous, by a veritable who’s who of modern music, the ARP 2600 can be heard on albums by: John Lennon, Stevie Wonder, Joy Division, Kraftwerk, Frank Zappa, Herbie Hancock, Steve Miller, The Beastie Boys, Cat Stevens, The Who, Depeche Mode, U2, and an ever-expansive alumnus of artists whom have featured this amazing synth in their music.
This last version of the 2600 is rare, and while some prefer the sound of the early examples, this final generation was result of stabilizing some of the more inconsistent modules. This also makes it practical for studio use, and plug-in-and-play applications."
Keyboard SN 3620 SN 0711
