Got the Mellotron!

[Jeroen Bruintjes]

Well, I finally got the *free* Mellotron I told you about. It's here now, 
wit a *lot* of thanks to Guido for helping me out in hoisting the 
machine up the stairs. It's f*****g heavy!

It seems to be in good shape, although the exterior definately 
needs a paint job. This Mellotron has been used extensively in the 
Dutch band Earth & Fire, the former owner was the keyboard 
player of that band, Gerard Koerts. I'm sure the few Dutchies on 
this list are familiar with those names. It's a model 400, painted 
black.

I'm going to clean out all the dust now, and I will try to find a power 
cord that matches the connector on the back. Maybe I can put the 
story and some pictures on my website. I was just thinking: before 
I turn it on (it was on an attick for over fifteen years!), what should I 
keep in mind? Will the tapes break after so much years, for 
example?

Any input is greatly appreciated!

Bye,

Jeroen 




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