From ndkent Sent Sun, Apr 29th 2007, 22:57
From ndkent Sent Sun, Apr 29th 2007, 22:57
> Hi, > > I am looking for a reliable source for new (maybe used or surplus) > keyboards > that I can use to build into my custom analog synths. I found this > list > through Ray Wilson's MFOS (his PCBs and Web site are great!). > > Specs: single (or more) bus, 3 to 5 octaves, full sized piano/synth > keys > (unweighted OK but weighted would be good). Self-wiping gold > contacts. No > built-in electronics. > > I can buy old cheap synths or pianos and use their keyboards but > I'd rther > find a source for new ones or a batch of good surplus. Any ideas? Unfortunately I think there would be some little analog synth companies selling keyboards synths today if you could actually buy them in a small quantity. Never seeing any (that don't seem salvaged) from the likes of MFOS builders is the tip-off for me. Note that the small-ish companies that do have keyboards all use an OEM midi mechanism and a MIDI to CV converter (i.e. .COM, ASys, Moog, Doepfer etc. but as mentioned Doepfer will sell subassemblies to use in your own project, just don't expect lots of combinations of exact features or the degree of bare-bones-ness you likely want). I guess the players (who won't sell to individuals afaik) are Fatar and that Chinese company (CME or whomever makes their product).