Synthesizer heaven

By Robb
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Minimoog panel (From the Collection of Van Taylor Displayed at Buffalo Museum of Science)

The synthesizer is the new kid on the musical block. Although the first electric musical synthesizer was actually invented as early as 1876 by Elisha Gray, it only really came into its own in the latter quarter of the 20th century.

One of the more significant steps towards the modern synthesizer came in 1951–52 when RCA produced a machine called the Electronic Music Synthesizer.  It didn’t create the sounds in real time and was viewed more as  a composition machine. This was followed in 1957 by the RCA Mark II Sound Synthesizer, the worlds first programmable synthesizer. A beast of a machine, it was installed at the Columbia-Princeton Electronic Music Center. It featured a fully automated binary sequencer using a paper tape which sent instructions to the 4 note polyphonic synthesizer. The sound was the output to a shellac record lathe next to the synth – not very intuitive or spontaneous,  but its potential was soon embraced by various prominent  ”modernist” composers including Vladimir Ussachevsky, Otto Luening, Milton Babbitt, Halim El-Dabh, Bülent Arel, Charles Wuorinen, and Mario Davidovsky.

The RCA Mark II Sound Synthesizer

In 1958 the USSR by Yevgeny Murzin developed the first “real time” additive synth, the “ANS” (named in honour of the composer Alexander Nikolayevich Scriabin). Various modular systems were later developed by pioneers like Harold Bode, Robert Moog and Don Buchla. With their masses of knobs and patch chords, they looked like they belonged more in the domain of the mad boffin scientist rather than the musician.

Finally, with the development of miniaturised solid-state components, synthesizers started to become more self contained and portable. Probably the bigest big break through for musicians came  in 1971 when Bob Moog introduced one of the first widely available and relatively affordable portable synths – the legendary Minimoog Model D – the analog synthesizer finally came into it’s own and the musical soundscape was changed for ever.

The lengedary Minimoog

I love synths and, in particular, vintage synths! P robably one of the best places to find these rare beasts is  ebay. To help you discover them I’ve made a few listing page for all of the most popular and legendary makers. Use the menu on the left or click on a link below to find you favourite synth manufacturer and see if there’s a bargain to be had.

 

 

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Analog Synthesizers: Understanding, Performing, Buying- from the legacy of Moo..

Analog Synthesizers: Understanding, Performing, Buying- from the legacy of Moo..
Current price:
£37.22
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Analog Synthesizers: Understanding, Performing, Buying- from the legacy of Moo..
Seller: eBay

Roland XV 2020 64-Voice, 16-Part Multitimbral, Expandable Synthesizer Module

Roland XV 2020 64-Voice, 16-Part Multitimbral, Expandable Synthesizer Module
Current price:
£180.00
Type:
Auction
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Roland XV 2020 64-Voice, 16-Part Multitimbral, Expandable Synthesizer Module
Seller: eBay

Yamaha SY55 Keyboard/Synthesiser

Yamaha SY55 Keyboard/Synthesiser
Current price:
£80.00
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Yamaha SY55 Keyboard/Synthesiser
Seller: eBay

Dual CT3600 FM/AM Synthesizer Tuner

Dual CT3600 FM/AM Synthesizer Tuner
Current price:
£10.00
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Dual CT3600 FM/AM Synthesizer Tuner
Seller: eBay

PROJECT D - Synthesizer Album (CD 1990) TELSTAR

PROJECT D - Synthesizer Album (CD 1990) TELSTAR
Current price:
£6.49
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PROJECT D - Synthesizer Album (CD 1990) TELSTAR
Seller: eBay

Roland GR-55GK Guitar Synthesizer Pedal gr55gk - B Stock Bargain

Roland GR-55GK Guitar Synthesizer Pedal gr55gk - B Stock Bargain
Current price:
£599.00
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Roland GR-55GK Guitar Synthesizer Pedal gr55gk - B Stock Bargain
Seller: eBay

M-AUDIO VENOM ANALOG SYNTHESISER 49 FULL SIZED KEYBOARD - MINT CONDITION - BOXED

M-AUDIO VENOM ANALOG SYNTHESISER 49 FULL SIZED KEYBOARD - MINT CONDITION - BOXED
Current price:
£195.00
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M-AUDIO VENOM ANALOG SYNTHESISER 49 FULL SIZED KEYBOARD - MINT CONDITION - BOXED
Seller: eBay

KORG DS-10:plus SYNTHESIZER FOR NINTENDO DS

KORG DS-10:plus SYNTHESIZER FOR NINTENDO DS
Current price:
£12.99
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
3
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KORG DS-10:plus SYNTHESIZER FOR NINTENDO DS
Seller: eBay

Roland JUNO Gi 61 Note Synthesizer with Recorder

Roland JUNO Gi 61 Note Synthesizer with Recorder
Current price:
£759.00
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Roland JUNO Gi 61 Note Synthesizer with Recorder
Seller: eBay

Yamaha TG77 rackmount FM synthesizer.

Yamaha TG77 rackmount FM synthesizer.
Current price:
£91.15
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
7
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Yamaha TG77 rackmount FM synthesizer.
Seller: eBay

Roland Greco G-808 Guitar and GR-300 Synthesizer

Roland Greco G-808 Guitar and GR-300 Synthesizer
Current price:
£1,399.00
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Roland Greco G-808 Guitar and GR-300 Synthesizer
Seller: eBay

Korg Monotron Delay Analog Ribbon Synthesizer BNIB F/S Free Shipping

Korg Monotron Delay Analog Ribbon Synthesizer BNIB F/S Free Shipping
Current price:
£53.60
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Korg Monotron Delay Analog Ribbon Synthesizer BNIB F/S Free Shipping
Seller: eBay

Korg 05R/W digital synthesiser sound module

Korg 05R/W digital synthesiser sound module
Current price:
£36.51
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
8
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Korg 05R/W digital synthesiser sound module
Seller: eBay

1 PC. TMX3617 Tone Generator For Synthesizer TMS3617

1 PC. TMX3617 Tone Generator For Synthesizer TMS3617
Current price:
£15.00
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1 PC. TMX3617 Tone Generator For Synthesizer TMS3617
Seller: eBay

Roland JV-1010 64-Voice Synthesizer Module + SRJV80-99 Experience expansion

Roland JV-1010 64-Voice Synthesizer Module + SRJV80-99 Experience expansion
Current price:
£37.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
7
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Roland JV-1010 64-Voice Synthesizer Module + SRJV80-99 Experience expansion
Seller: eBay

Korg Wavedrum Mini Dynamic Percussion Synthesiser

Korg Wavedrum Mini Dynamic Percussion Synthesiser
Current price:
£249.00
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Korg Wavedrum Mini Dynamic Percussion Synthesiser
Seller: eBay

Yamaha CS01 - Vintage Analog Synthesiser

Yamaha CS01 - Vintage Analog Synthesiser
Current price:
£112.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
11
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Yamaha CS01 - Vintage Analog Synthesiser
Seller: eBay

Plugged on Mozart: Synthesizer Music by Mozart, W.A./Stephan Kaske

Plugged on Mozart: Synthesizer Music by Mozart, W.A./Stephan Kaske
Current price:
£11.05
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Plugged on Mozart: Synthesizer Music by Mozart, W.A./Stephan Kaske
Seller: eBay

2SA798G x1 for vintage ARP, KORG, DIY synthesizer Free Shipping

2SA798G x1 for vintage ARP, KORG, DIY synthesizer Free Shipping
Current price:
£6.32
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2SA798G x1 for vintage ARP, KORG, DIY synthesizer Free Shipping
Seller: eBay

Electro Harmonix Micro Synthesiser

Electro Harmonix Micro Synthesiser
Current price:
£87.50
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
14
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Electro Harmonix Micro Synthesiser
Seller: eBay

DIGITAL PIANO "PASO DOBLE" SET 61-KEY USB MIDI KEYBOARD ELECTRONIC SYNTHESISER

DIGITAL PIANO "PASO DOBLE" SET 61-KEY USB MIDI KEYBOARD ELECTRONIC SYNTHESISER
Current price:
£129.90
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DIGITAL PIANO "PASO DOBLE" SET 61-KEY USB MIDI KEYBOARD ELECTRONIC SYNTHESISER
Seller: eBay

Roland SH09 Vintage Synthesizer

Roland SH09 Vintage Synthesizer
Current price:
£363.46
No. of bids so far:
0
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Roland SH09 Vintage Synthesizer
Seller: eBay

Multimedia Music Production Studio Audio Sequencer Synthesizer Software Program

Multimedia Music Production Studio Audio Sequencer Synthesizer Software Program
Current price:
£5.69
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Multimedia Music Production Studio Audio Sequencer Synthesizer Software Program
Seller: eBay

Yamaha FS1R Synthesizer Module

Yamaha FS1R Synthesizer Module
Current price:
£300.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
1
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0d 7h 58m
Yamaha FS1R Synthesizer Module
Seller: eBay

The Synthesizer and Keyboard Handbook - Ideal for Roland / Yamaha and Korg Fans

The Synthesizer and Keyboard Handbook - Ideal for Roland / Yamaha and Korg Fans
Current price:
£5.00
Type:
Auction
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1
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The Synthesizer and Keyboard Handbook - Ideal for Roland / Yamaha and Korg Fans
Seller: eBay

Technics ST-GT350 Stereo Synthesizer FM/MW/LW Tuner

Technics ST-GT350 Stereo Synthesizer FM/MW/LW Tuner
Current price:
£9.99
Type:
Auction
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Technics ST-GT350 Stereo Synthesizer FM/MW/LW Tuner
Seller: eBay

WALDORF LECTOR - Vocoder & Synthesizer

WALDORF LECTOR - Vocoder & Synthesizer
Current price:
£85.00
Type:
Auction
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WALDORF LECTOR - Vocoder & Synthesizer
Seller: eBay

2m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers VINTAGE

2m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers VINTAGE
Current price:
£10.01
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2m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers VINTAGE
Seller: eBay

4m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables

4m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables
Current price:
£13.09
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4m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables
Seller: eBay

6m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables

6m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables
Current price:
£18.34
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6m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables
Seller: eBay

8m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables

8m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables
Current price:
£21.32
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8m Pro Audio Midi Leads. Keyboards Synthesisers Cables
Seller: eBay

Yamaha DX11 FM Digital Programmable Algorithm Synthesizer

Yamaha DX11 FM Digital Programmable Algorithm Synthesizer
Current price:
£200.00
No. of bids so far:
0
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0d 8h 35m
Yamaha DX11 FM Digital Programmable Algorithm Synthesizer
Seller: eBay

BEHRINGER BASS SYNTHESIZER BSY600 BSY 600 NR BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA!

BEHRINGER BASS SYNTHESIZER BSY600 BSY 600 NR BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA!
Current price:
£29.70
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BEHRINGER BASS SYNTHESIZER BSY600 BSY 600 NR BUY IT NOW FREE SHIPPING USA!
Seller: eBay

Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesiser Yellow Used Boxed

Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesiser Yellow Used Boxed
Current price:
£70.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
2
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0d 8h 51m
Korg Kaossilator Dynamic Phrase Synthesiser Yellow Used Boxed
Seller: eBay

Korg Kaossilator

Korg Kaossilator
Current price:
£37.94
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
5
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0d 9h 17m
Korg Kaossilator
Seller: eBay

HCTR 0320A HUGHES FREQUENCY PARALLEL SYNTHESIZER IC,VERY RARE!

HCTR 0320A HUGHES FREQUENCY PARALLEL SYNTHESIZER IC,VERY RARE!
Current price:
£3.50
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HCTR 0320A HUGHES FREQUENCY PARALLEL SYNTHESIZER IC,VERY RARE!
Seller: eBay

KPM LIBRARY LP 1193 Classical Synthesizer SYNTH/ELECTRONIC Alan HAWKSHAW

KPM LIBRARY LP 1193 Classical Synthesizer SYNTH/ELECTRONIC Alan HAWKSHAW
Current price:
£7.99
Type:
Auction
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KPM LIBRARY LP 1193 Classical Synthesizer SYNTH/ELECTRONIC Alan HAWKSHAW
Seller: eBay

Roland JV-1080 Classic Synthesizer Sound Module JV1080

Roland JV-1080 Classic Synthesizer Sound Module JV1080
Current price:
£179.95
Ends in:
0d 9h 49m
Roland JV-1080 Classic Synthesizer Sound Module JV1080
Seller: eBay

Yamaha DX-11 Synthesizer 1980s Vintage

Yamaha DX-11 Synthesizer 1980s Vintage
Current price:
£450.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
0
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0d 9h 52m
Yamaha DX-11 Synthesizer 1980s Vintage
Seller: eBay

Roland JV-1010 64 Voice Synthesizer Module Good Working Condition JV 1010 JV1010

Roland JV-1010 64 Voice Synthesizer Module Good Working Condition JV 1010 JV1010
Current price:
£61.96
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
10
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0d 10h 3m
Roland JV-1010 64 Voice Synthesizer Module Good Working Condition JV 1010 JV1010
Seller: eBay

RENAULT LAGUNA 1.9 dci 16V 01-05 Voice Synthesiser /Speech module P 8200006159

RENAULT LAGUNA 1.9 dci 16V 01-05 Voice Synthesiser /Speech module P 8200006159
Current price:
£39.99
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RENAULT LAGUNA 1.9 dci 16V 01-05 Voice Synthesiser /Speech module P 8200006159
Seller: eBay

Roland EF-303 Groove Effects Synthesiser

Roland EF-303 Groove Effects Synthesiser
Current price:
£79.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
15
Ends in:
0d 10h 17m
Roland EF-303 Groove Effects Synthesiser
Seller: eBay

Roland D550 (D-550) Synthesizer with RAM Card

Roland D550 (D-550) Synthesizer with RAM Card
Current price:
£200.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
0
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0d 10h 22m
Roland D550 (D-550) Synthesizer with RAM Card
Seller: eBay

Technics Stereo Synthesizer Tuner ST-GT550

Technics Stereo Synthesizer Tuner ST-GT550
Current price:
£29.99
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
0
Ends in:
0d 10h 24m
Technics Stereo Synthesizer Tuner ST-GT550
Seller: eBay

Yamaha PSR E403 Keyboard Synthesizer 61 key Full Size USB

Yamaha PSR E403 Keyboard Synthesizer 61 key Full Size USB
Current price:
£71.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
7
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0d 10h 41m
Yamaha PSR E403 Keyboard Synthesizer 61 key Full Size USB
Seller: eBay

Roland XV-5050 Rackmount Synthesizer Module *** EXCELLENT ***

Roland XV-5050 Rackmount Synthesizer Module *** EXCELLENT ***
Current price:
£131.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
7
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Roland XV-5050 Rackmount Synthesizer Module *** EXCELLENT ***
Seller: eBay

Walter Carlos 'The Well Tempered Synthesizer' LP A1 / B1 1973 UNPLAYED

Walter Carlos 'The Well Tempered Synthesizer' LP A1 / B1 1973 UNPLAYED
Current price:
£1.50
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
1
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Walter Carlos 'The Well Tempered Synthesizer' LP A1 / B1 1973 UNPLAYED
Seller: eBay

Korg R3 Synthesizer

Korg R3 Synthesizer
Current price:
£200.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
0
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Korg R3 Synthesizer
Seller: eBay

Vintage Studio Electronics Analog Synthesizer ATC-1 Tone Chameleon - NO RESERVE

Vintage Studio Electronics Analog Synthesizer ATC-1 Tone Chameleon - NO RESERVE
Current price:
£227.00
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
20
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0d 10h 53m
Vintage Studio Electronics Analog Synthesizer ATC-1 Tone Chameleon - NO RESERVE
Seller: eBay

Oxygen 8 midi keyboard synthesiser beats drums

Oxygen 8 midi keyboard synthesiser beats drums
Current price:
£10.50
Type:
Auction
No. of bids so far:
2
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Oxygen 8 midi keyboard synthesiser beats drums
Seller: eBay
 

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