Mellotronists

m400 number 1220 arrived at my house last saturday evening.
it has seen better days.
it's kinda stinky - it has that "damp mildewed basement" stench about it.
many parts are showing signs of rust and corrosion.
i am letting it sit and "dry out" for a few days before i dive in.

it had the "muff" on it, but that stank so badly it stayed in my garage.
(how the hell does one clean THOSE things? will a dry cleaner even do it?)
it has the original pedal with it.
the whole shell is a bit wobbly.
original knobs are intact.
front panel does not want to come out.
back panel was held on with a large woodscrew (eeek!).

as i make my way more inside i will post the status/condition.
if i get his unit happy that will be two (in addition to my own)
model m400s that i have saved!
AND... i will have two working units at my house for at least a few days!

peace,
jeff
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