Mellotronists

On Apr 24, 2005, at 4:54 AM, Andy Thompson wrote:
>

> I'm on a promise of 2500 UKP for this one. Now, advice, please! This 
> C3 is
> unsplit. To split it would be a crime against, well, everything 
> really. I
> wish to be able to move the bastard about, even if only occasionally.

Andy,

You're right. It would be a criminal act to do anything to a vintage 
keyboard like this C3. There is another way. You could invest in a set 
of Roll or Kari dollies. Check them out here:
http://www.vintagehammond.com/

I used to have a set and they make busting anything like a Hammond (or 
mellotron) much easier, especially if you can get 4 people to help, 
although I've done it successfully with two -- and I ain't the 
strongest guy on the planet. They are expensive, but they're quality 
built. The ubiquitous Craig Collet (host of the two Tronto workshops) 
has a pair that are at least 40 years old and still in good shape -- a 
lot like the Hammonds they help move.

I'm sure there's a dealer for these in the UK.

Rick