soldid-state keyboards

[tim0 (Timo Christ)]

hello, 

i would like to start a discussion on solid-state keyboards (i.e. a
keyboard without mechanical switches like on a piano/organ). i have no
real idea how solid-state keyboards work but i can clearly see the
advantage of no moving parts ... .

only as a proof that such keyboards exist, look at the Buchla
Music-Easel. 

How does this design (buchla) work ? Are there alternative solutions to
a solid-state keyboard ? 

what are the diadvantages of this style keyboards ? i see that people
used to ordinary keyboards probably wouldn´t like it.. => no keys to
press.

any ideas ? 

inquisitive greetings, ;-))
Timo

BTW: i have desoldered four 726 ICs from a 100% working radio. how much
are these worth ? anybody (europe please) interested ?

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