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Fairlight cmi |
| Model |
Fairlight III |
| Description |
Fairlight Series III – Classic Icon, Upgraded & Studio Maintained
A rare opportunity to own a genuine Fairlight Series III, one of the most iconic digital sampling systems ever created. This is not just a piece of gear—it’s a cornerstone of modern music production history.
This system comes complete with the original Fairlight music keyboard and QWERTY keyboard, and has been carefully studio maintained throughout its life.
Upgrades & Enhancements:
Expanded to 32MB RAM
Fitted with a colour graphics card
Modernised with dual SD drives for improved workflow and reliability
All upgrades professionally carried out by Peter Wielk (Horizontal Productions)—well known in the Fairlight world
Condition & Functionality:
Fully operational and working as expected
Currently configured as a 12-voice system (2 voice cards removed)
The original voice cards are included—ideal for restoration if you wish to return it to full 16-voice capability
Additional:
Includes updated user manual
Studio use only—never toured, well cared for
This is a serious piece for collectors, composers, and producers who understand what the Fairlight represents—from Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, and Trevor Horn to countless film and TV scores. The Series III remains one of the most advanced and musically inspiring systems of its era.
While modern emulations exist, nothing quite matches the presence, workflow, and character of the original hardware.
Shipping / Collection:
Collection is also an an option if in Europe.
If you’re looking for a true piece of music technology history—fully usable, tastefully updated, and with room for further restoration—this is it. at the moment, cards are included for you to repair if you desire |
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| Age |
n/a |
| Weight |
n/a |
| Condition |
Good |
| Location |
France |
| 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 : Yes |
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Service manual : No |
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First owner : No |
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Original boxes : No |
| Plug type |
Plug not required |
| Voltage type |
Power supply not needed |
| Status |
Item is still available |
| Sale type |
The item is on the auction rooms |
| Ending on |
11/04/2026 |
| Category |
Sampling Workstation |
| Serial number |
198 |
| Sphere reference |
# 30988 |
| Statistics |
Created on : 01/04/2026 |
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Changed on : 01/04/2026 |
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Published on : 01/04/2026 |
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Displayed : 53 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 |
13000 GBP |
| Converted price (1) |
13000 GBP |
| Shipment |
International or local shipment to pay |
| Packing costs |
0 GBP |
| Payment |
Full down payment needed |
| Auction bid step |
50 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 2025 at 14:22 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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