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"Latronic Notron MK II (blue) — the iconic, hands-on MIDI step sequencer used by Björk, Peter Gabriel, FSOL, The Orb, and others.This is the later MK II blue version, produced in very limited numbers (well under 200 units total). Fully working, studio-kept, and tested.
If you know what a Notron is, you already know why it’s special:
real-time, performance-driven sequencing with zero screens, zero menus, and immediate tactile control.
Important / Value Add:
This unit includes TWO spare, pre-flashed processor ICs at no extra cost.
Early Notrons are known to have a rare failure mode where static discharge or power-supply issues can damage the main processor. My unit was shipped back to England to have the main board swapped out in order to prevent this from happening.
Because I took that precaution, I never ran into any CPU problems in nearly 30 years of ownership, but about 10 years ago I acquired several original, pre-flashed replacement CPUs specifically as long-term insurance.
Two are included free with the sale.
I also have three additional spare processors available separately for $75 each if the buyer wants extra peace of mind.
Condition:
– Fully functional
– All LEDs, switches, wheels, and MIDI functions working
– Non-smoking studio environment
One small area of paint has been rubbed off on upper right side where the unit moved against my rack (pictures included)
There are three wide strips of hook-side Velcro on the back. I added these about 15 years ago for live use — it allows the Notron to be held securely at almost any angle (on a stand, case, or surface), which I found extremely practical. (Seriously, this stuff is awesome - I could basically hang the Notron upside down. Highly useful for keeping it on a sketchy stand when in active use.)
The Velcro can be removed cleanly without residue if the buyer prefers, or I’m happy to leave it. (I'd recommend leaving it unless you know you're not going to want it.)
Features at a glance:
– 4-row / 16-step interactive MIDI sequencer
– Per-step velocity grouping, note length, echo, overdrive
– Event-based modulation (pitch, CCs, transposition - this is an incredibly powerful feature and lets you make synths sound completely different than any other device out there)
– Beatwrap & Beatcreep timing tools
– Chord memory, chaining, rebound, Supersteps
– Sends & receives MIDI clock, Start/Stop
Includes power supply. Ships safely packed and insured.
This is one of the most expressive MIDI sequencers ever made — and this example comes with rare, practical long-term protection that almost never accompanies these units."
