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Moog |
| Model |
Polymoog 203a full synthesizer |
| Description |
This is as good an example as you are likely to find of the classic Polymoog Keyboard, serial number 1581 - i.e. the Polymoog Synthesizer before Moog introduced the preset version and called that the Keyboard. Seriously overhauled by Dani at Hideaway in March 2023, with a new switch-mode power supply (Artesyn NFS40-7610 as recommended), and thorough service of the whole machine, including replacing all socketed CMOS MUX ICs, LEDs and CD4007 transistor arrays, replacing divider ICs where needed, etc. etc. Total cost around £1000.
The Polymoog then sat here for a year, as there were other Polymoogs in the 2023 auctions. We fired it up in March 2024, and after re-seating Polycom cards and replacing one which had developed a noticeable tonal difference - and reseating a ribbon cable - everything worked exactly as it should. You should be aware that Polymoogs are notorious for cables and cards needing re-seating after moving, so expect to have to do that after a courier journey.
It's also important if possible to have two people lifting it, because if it's only one, it's more likely for the chassis to flex a little and cause bad connections.
It was listed in the April 2024 auction, and was won by an overseas bidder. We palletised it, and then ... the buyer found out he'd lost his job, and couldn't pay. So it's sat for six months, beautifully cocooned in packing, shock-protected on its pallet, ready to try again.
Cosmetically it has some tape on one bottom edge, and the fablon inlay is missing from the tops of the end cheeks - no loss, really. The 0 button is worn. The keyboard has some slight uneven-ness to the eye but plays beautifully.
Dani points out that the preset buttons are only the start to the process of finding excellent sounds - and with the huge amount of control and the massively varied outputs, the Polymoog is wonderful for that. It is simply a synth unlike any other.
We had a special pallet made (with good shock protection): 60GBP. |
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| Age |
n/a |
| Weight |
n/a |
| Condition |
Very good |
| 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 : No |
| Plug type |
Europe 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 |
09/11/2024 |
| Category |
Synthesizer (polyphonic) |
| Serial number |
1581 |
| Sphere reference |
# 28290 |
| Statistics |
Created on : 18/10/2024 |
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Changed on : 18/10/2024 |
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Published on : 18/10/2024 |
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Displayed : 331 time(s) by members and guests |
| Safety |
All electrical items sold in VEMIA are deemed to be trade sales. No warranty of electrical safety is given or implied. Many items are vintage and would not pass current electrical safety standards. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that items are safe to use in their future environment - if necessary by using the services of a professional. |
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The following section gives you the prices as well as shipment and payment conditions associated with the item. Payment is always requested in GBP. Converted price is shown for information and converted with Sphere standard currency rate.
Shipment and Payment links gives you access to an extended description of our rating :
| Start price |
2480 GBP |
| Converted price (1) |
2480 GBP |
| Shipment |
International or local shipment to pay |
| Packing costs |
60 GBP |
| Payment |
Full pre payment needed |
| Auction bid step |
20 GBP |
| Auction highest bid |
0 GBP |
| Converted highest bid |
0 GBP |
| Leader or winner |
*None |
| (1) Currency conversion |
Note that conversion rates were last adjusted on 10th October 2024 at 10:56 CET. They are there to give you a rough guide to the bid price in your currency. Please check for a more up-to-date conversion at https://www.x-rates.com/calculator.html. The bid price will be the actual price in pounds (GBP) at the moment the auction closes. This will be roughly converted to your currency for your information.
For technical reasons, we are unable to update the conversion from GBP to Euro during the auction, although it may change at any time. If you are in the euro zone please check the current rate at https://www.x-rates.com/calculator.html
Payments must always be in GBP. For more info please see the FAQ about exchange rates.https://spheremusic.com/Winfaq.asp?Question=91. |
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