Few people have the chance to actually see one, let alone own one.
Well, this is one of those rare opportunities to own a classic.
Such diverse musicians as Keith Emerson of Emerson, Lake, and Palmer
have used the Moog Modular (lead line in “Lucky Man”) to synth-pop pioneer
Vince Clarke of DM/Yazoo/Erasure fame. Why have they used it?
The sound. The sound that no other synth, sampler, or keyboard can
reproduce. No other musical instrument can produce that classic Moog sound;
let alone the Moog Modular sound. Not Nord modular, Waldorf Q, Novation
Supernova nor ANY other pseudo “analog style” synth. Unlike other
recent Moog Modulars for sale, this has NOT been in storage for 8 or so
years with a minimum of $5000 in repairs needed. No..... this two
cabinet system is a very well balanced, 30 module system. It includes
3 keyboards (one of the keyboards is not electronically operational), an
authentic Moog ribbon controller, and a Moog drum module. It is in
excellent physical condition, and fully functional, with virtually no repairs
needed. Now for the details.....
The bottom cabinet is an original
Moog cabinet and made of beautiful sold walnut with no hacks, scratches,
dings, or dents. It includes 22 separate modules each with the r.a.
Moog logo on the front indicating that it was made between 1967 and
1972. Quality-control stickers on the back of most of the modules
indicate the specific date of manufacture, the serial #, and different
performance tests. The list of modules in the bottom cabinet include
-from left to right/top to bottom: (1) 901-A OSC Controller,
(2) 901-B VCO’s, (1) 991 Filter/ Attenuator Panel, (1) 901 VCO/LFO,
(1) 901-A OSC Controller, (2) 901-B VCO’s, (1) 907 Fixed Filter Bank, (1)
904-A Low Pass Filter, (2) 902 VCA, (2) 911 Envelope Generators,
(1) Multiple Jack, (1) 903-A Random Signal Generator, (3) CP3A Mixer
Input/Outputs, (1) CP2 CV/Trigger Outputs and Filters, (1) CV/Trigger/
Multiple Control Panel, (1) CP8 Power Switch/Fuse Control Panel.
This bottom cabinet has the original power supply and was rewired 5 years
ago (as needed). The previous owner indicated that the bottom cabinet
and all of the modules in it were purchased at the same time, directly
from the Moog factory in New York.
The top cabinet is not an original
Moog cabinet but is nonetheless finely made, and matches the bottom cabinet.
There are 8 modules in this cabinet that were randomly collected through
the 1970’s and 80’s. The list of modules in the top cabinet includes:
(1) Blank Filler Panel, (1) 961 Sequencer Interface, (1) 962 Sequencer
Switch, (1) 960 Sequential Controller with 3 Rows of 8 Steps, (1)
Moog Custom Designed Dual Sample and Hold, (1) 911 Envelope
Generator, (1) 904A Low Pass Filter, (1) 904B High Pass Filter, and (1)
905 Reverberation Unit. With the exception of the 905 Reverb Module,
the other modules have the
Moog logo instead of the r.a. Moog
logo, indicating that they were manufactured from 1972-1981. The top cabinet
has a brand new power supply installed and was completely rewired
5 years ago.
Also included in this package
is (1) 951 - 61 Note Keyboard - beautiful wood and in excellent working
condition, (1) 952 - 61 Note Duo-Phonic Keyboard - beautiful wood and in
excellent physical condition, but not currently operational, (1) 952 -
49 Note Duo-Phonic Keyboard - black tolex, in excellent working and physical
condition, (1) 956 Ribbon Controller - with r.a. Moog logo, in excellent
condition, (1) 1130 Drum Controller, (1) Owner's Manual, and (1) Service
Manual.
If you are considering purchasing this system,
consider this....
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First off, this is not just another synthesizer.
It is the Stradivarius of violins - the 1959 Les Paul of guitars.
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It is the Moog of Synthesizers! Moog is the original
that others try duplicate.
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When the Moog Modular was produced back in the late 1960’s
& early 1970’s they cost $4000-$8000 (the price of a good car
with some spare change left over). Few people could afford
one back then, and because of that, few were built. Hence, a
truly rare, collectable, and yet very useful instrument. As a matter
of fact, it is more than just a musical instrument. Consider it an investment.
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Most certainly to gain value, and definately not to loose.
Ask yourself how many times you've bought a new synth, paid $1000
- $2000, only to have the manufacturer six months later release a “new
and improved” version - for less than you paid for yours (Roland is
notorious for this)!
I can PROMISE you this won't happen with a Moog Modular. Unlike virtually
all keyboards, samplers, and synths mass-produced today, the original
Moog Modular will be much sought after for many years to come.
Please bid only if you are serious, and have the
funds readily available. Bidding is in US dollars.
Bidders with negative feedback will not be honored. There is a reserve
price set. The winning bid is responsible for all shipping & crating
charges. Special shipping arrangements can be made for overseas purchasers,
and for bidders within a reasonable distance of the Detroit Michigan area.
The winning bidder must send a 10%, cashier's check or money order, of
the winning bid amount within 3 days of the end of the auction. The
balance must be paid in full before the unit will be shipped. If
you are serious and have any questions, please email me your phone# along
with the best time to call.
