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Bruce Wahler wrote:

> Actually, I hope I'm using the correct term;

(in regards to just intonation)

I think you are.

I would like to be a purist on Mellotron, but, well, I can't find one and I am
not a car mechanic!! I used to lurk on the tron tech list and it was a very eye
opening experience. I have a couple of Hammonds and that is enough maintenance!

I have found the EMU Vintage Keys sound module to be a good substitute. They
have samples of Mark II and Mark IV trons, and Chamberlin sounds (US instrument
that predated the Mellotron). There is a bit of a bitter history between
Chamberlin and Mellotron. Don't know all the details.

I have bought some samples. Haven't tried the Pinder cd. I found some good
sample cards for the Ensoniq ASR-10 series through Greytsounds. However, they
were only the tron and Chamberlin strings, Chamberlin flute, and Chamberlin
choir. The Chamberlin choir is just awful for the most part. The Chamberlin
flute is different than the tron one, although it isn't too bad.

Still think the Vintage Keys is the trick, They were discontinued and show up
every once in awhile. Probably could get one for less than $500 US, now.

One of the flute patches is very convincing in playing Strawberry Fields. It
even shuts off after 8 seconds or so, so you have to take the "tron approach"
in playing it!

Linda