[sdiy] OT:Rhodes Super Site down, intellectual property, etc

[rkmoore at memphis.edu]

Hi everyone,

I know that a rhodes is not a synth by any stretch of the imagination, 
but I'm sure that it's importance as an instrument is recognized 
here.  Also, anyone who owns one knows that servicing them has 
increasingly become a diy affair.  

The site www.fenderrhodes.org is down because of the action of current 
rhodes name owner.  It was one of the most complete resources I have 
seen for a 20+ year old instrument.  The site was loaded with 
schenatics, service manuals, adjustment tips, etc.

It's sad that someone would see the site as a threat.  I guess the 
death rate of rhodes pianos may increase again as people become unable 
to find the service info they need (unless they live in NY or LA where 
there are still techs willing to work on them).  Pile'em in the land 
fills!

Richard Moore