That synth and I travelled many roads together true, but there comes a time when it would better in the hands of a younger person who might once more discover the magic of its tones? My ears are not what they used to be, neither is the size of my house... It deserves to be played not trapped in a vampire case for 15 years.....
I offer it up to the AZ community in the hope it will begin a new journey, and flower again like it once did in the 90s.

 

Then let the wheel of destiny turn and choose the elected.

 

Whoever gets it will need to have some basic soldering skills. Converting the battery to a user-replaceable one is step one. They'll also need a DIN-5 MIDI interface and cables so they can download new internal sounds, because the memory will be corrupt at this point. And unless they're content with those 32 sounds, they'll need to stay tethered to a librarian or keep flashing sysex files. This is all doable, but just saying to whoever gets it, you'll have to work for it. The keybed is a classic, though. In good condition, it's still very nice to play. I've owned one since the early 80s and I'm in the same boat - haven't powered it on in 15 years, it's time to sell it and move on.

 

Well, that's my pitch fucked. I can mend it, and I definitely wouldn't be selling it on for a quick profit, but I can't claim to be anything approaching young. I might let the annoyingly talented kid from next door have a go but I'd probably have to kick him out if he got too good on it. Pesky kids with their quick fingers, quick learning and seemingly infinite time ahead of them. I've already promised him my Strat when I go.

 

BTW that's not a flight case or roadcase it's an instrument case they are lighter. This adds up to less weight and sending costs for the new owner

 

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Woah that's kind.I would pm you but for some reason I can't ? can't find the pm button .

 

And some haggis!

 

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Still looks in pretty great shape, a real treasure for whoever gets it.

 

Thanks all, I have picked a winner and replied to their PM. If they still want it its theirs. I'll let them disclose themselves if they care too.

I have other items that may come up in the future but rather than put them on Reverb for a stupid amount of money, I would rather give things to someone who would appreciate it. As a AZ community member I urge you all, get into your attics and garages and free that old kit from its dusty box and give it to someone who will use it, not only does it keep the house tidy but its quite satisfying as well.

 

I once met someone in another forum who had no money and wanted a MIDI keyboard. I sent him one at my own expense, which just took up space here anyway. I only came up with the idea because I once read an interview with someone who made some clever comments about giving away gifts.

 

in less than a month its my birthday... but you choose, if you do...
btw nice from you!

 

Good on you man. It's rare to see someone realise something is better being played than gathering dust in a 'collection', and to give it away for free... Just great.

 

i used to carry my Korg M1 and Korg T3 ex...back still hurting ....LOL. But i love the old skool synths,it is worth the suffering.

 

C'mon guys there needs to be a scotsman on here who wants a DX7 and would take good care and provide for it.
And is willing to give that baby a lift to his home.
I would not dare to give a DX7 to some delivery service. The keys are brittle, the solderjoints weak, the delivery guys crazy bitches.
Please give it to someone who goes and gets it.