| Make |
Akai |
| Model |
DP3200 Matrix Radiophonic Workshop |
| Description |
Originally bought by Peter Forrest from the Radiophonic Workshop in the late 90s / early 00s. A bit of history - even if it is a tatty bit of history. This is a unique adaptation of the Akai DP3200 digital switcher used by the Radiophonic Workshop. Ray Riley at the RW adapted quite a few of these units to have a 64-hole patchbay piggy-backed onto them, but this is the only one that has EDAC connectors (Varicon in BBC-speak). See Ray White's diary extracts: 'July 1987 Brian sees Akai audio router at British Music Fair at Olympia.
November 1987 Akai router tryout: awful control system with own monitor but 4-pole XLR control connector was actually a two-way MIDI connection.
December 1987 Mark working on HyperCard control of Akai matrix.
April 1988 Mark close to perfecting control of Akai matrix using HyperCard on Mac.
May 1988 With simple modifications by Ray Riley Akai matrix is found to also work with MIDI.
June 1989 Ray Riley succeeds in using Akai video matrix for digital audio using S/PDIF or AES/EBU signals.
September 1990 Studio E: New work well-planned by Mr R. ..... Akai matrix has extra panel with 8 Varicon connectors.'
This is that actual Akai router from the Radiophonic Workshop! It is in decidedly average cosmetic condition. Sold as is. It has its original box but it is tatty and doesn't have room for the piggybacked EDACs, so there will need to be two packages. Packing 18GBP
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| Age |
n/a |
| Weight |
n/a |
| Condition |
Very scratched |
| Location |
Uk (Item is at Vemia Uk) |
| Vat |
Not from a VAT-registered business. But VAT / duty may be due if importing from outside your trade bloc. |
| Quantity |
1 item is available from the owner |
| Options |
User manual : No |
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Service manual : No |
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First owner : No |
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Original boxes : Yes |
| Plug type |
United Kingdom standard plug |
| Voltage type |
Internal 110 to 220-240V switchable |
| Status |
Item is still available |
| Sale type |
The item is on the auction rooms |
| Ending on |
11/04/2026 |
| Category |
Miscellaneous |
| Serial number |
20775-03129 |
| Sphere reference |
# 26069 |
| Statistics |
Created on : 23/03/2023 |
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Changed on : 21/02/2026 |
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Published on : 20/03/2026 |
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Displayed : 760 time(s) by members and guests |
| Safety |
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