via this VEMIA auction
"It's difficult to tear myself away from this sumptuous instrument long enough to write this description. It really does justify its fame and high value - and unlike some classic synths it would be completely prohibitive to try to re-manufacture it. I imagine it would need a price of 30000 GBP to break even - there is so much hand-wiring and intricate loom work for a start. This is a lovely example. It has its original stand, wheels and lid, and has had Kenton MIDI professionally retro-fitted. There are a few minor dings on the panel (very minor) - and there is a crack at the bottom right edge of the programmer well - see pic - plus a small (10x5cm?) bit of tolex missing from the bottom, and the lid and case are showing their age - but the overall feel and look is beautiful. 
It sounds gorgeous and plays perfectly. Of course transport can cause tuning issues, and I feared the worst when we got this in and set up. For the first 20 minutes a couple of oscillators were horribly out of tune. Then 'ping', everything came back into perfect harmony. It is a seriously lovely instrument to play, with its organic analogue sounds, incredible modulation, powerful keyboard control choices, and poly aftertouch. And the keyboard itself is a delight. We will hope to deliver this economically by hand (and if you have a staircase we will ask you to provide extra manpower). It should be possible as far south as the Alps if necessary. **If it has to be shipped, you will need to pay for professional crating.*** And remember, tuning may be disrupted by moving. The best thing for a CS-80 is to keep it in one place ... and play it!!"
