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Subject: Re: [Mellotronists] Making my own mellotron

From: Ches Cain <vairtex@...>
Date: 2002-01-25

Uhhhh, I think we have a place for the next Mellotron Convention!! And
with that synth around perhaps Keith Emmerson would be our guest?
Ches


modulemaster wrote:
>
> Ok, I'm strongly considering making my own mellotron. I have extensive
> expertise in mechanics, motion control (see robotics.com), and audio
> electronics (see synthesizers.com). Considering using a constantly
> spinning loop tape and have a voltage controlled envelope generator
> for each key. Maybe even a VCF and a couple of LFOs for amplitude
> and freq modulation. Would be a great 'sampler' addition for a modular
> synth. Also, the unit would be able to record sounds (but you would
> have to record each key). Might as well do midi out too since that's
> already designed - could be used to trigger external effects. Yes,
> it would have a sound all it's own due to the differences in design.
> I always offer for sale what I design/build for myself. I like the
> tron cabinet so I'd stick with something like that. Could offer it in
> kit form to help in mfg and shipping costs although that scares me a
> bit.
>
> Target price $3k. Anyone interested? I never take $ until I
> have products done so you don't have to worry about a scam.
> Projected design time: 9-12 months.
>
> OR... someone can find me a tron and I can move along :)
>
> Roger
> synthesizers.com
>
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