Re: Matrix-12 Owner's manual Supplement
2010-07-01 by jleroux2010
Hi Greg, it looks like that my reply to this post, earlier today, was not sent or was lost... Here is a simpler version of what I am looking for: On page 21
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To Matrix-12 owners
2010-07-01 by jleroux2010
Hi, I found a Matrix-12 Owner s manual recently (First Edition - September 1986). On page 21 of this manual, there is a reference to a manual called the
Xpander keypad and front panel switches
2010-07-01 by PeWe
Hello ! Does anyone have any info of original brand, type, parts numbers ? Are these available up today or are there replacements to find ? My tech and me, we
Re: Matrix-12 Owner's manual Supplement
2010-06-29 by baumont987
Hi, The only official thing I know about pages is the list of pages in the document OberheimXpanderMidiSpec.zip in the Files/Documents section, of this
Matrix-12 Owner's manual Supplement
2010-06-26 by jleroux2010
Hi I am a new member to this list. I am looking for the Matrix-12 Owner s manual Supplement (scans or PDF) that the Matrix-12 Owner s manual (first edition)
M-12 voice board ROM version
2010-06-13 by synthparts
Hi, I just got a Matrix-12 with v1.4 voice board ROMs. I guess v1.6 was the latest. Does anyone know what changed in 1.6 from 1.4? Thanks, Doug
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Oberheim XK
2010-05-30 by PeWe
thx for the link !
Re: Oberheim XK
2010-05-30 by envia94
Try: http://www.markglinsky.com/ManualManor.html Tiitu
Oberheim XK
2010-05-29 by PeWe
Hi ! Is there anyone who has copys of the owners - and service manuals, eventually in PDF format ? thx PeWe
repairing a Matrix-12 (japanese) on the East coast NA?
2010-05-16 by mirror_saw7778
I have a Matrix-12 that is acting up. Anyone repairing the Japanese version on the east coast of north america? I am in BC, Canada and the two local pros won t
Synthesizer Rrepair in Ireland...
2010-04-26 by David in swords
If theres anyone in Ireland who needs their OB repaired, or any other gear that needs sum tlc, i can highly recommend David Smyth of Fixtronix in Longford....
Matrix 12 plastic front panel replace or clean?
2010-04-16 by Rescio
Hi, i recently bought a Mtrix 12 wich i m very happy with. Only thing is that the plastic plate beneath the buttons and display has been colorised become
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-04-15 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Terje, Nice work on the M12. ... When I posted that, I should have stated low frequency (60 Hz) ripple usually seen with a voltmeter. If you are using
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-04-14 by Terje Winther
Hi all, and thanks for all the help regarding fixing the M12. I am slowly progressing: - Now all voices, both 1-6 and 7-12 works (apart from one voice), but it
Re: [xpantastic] M12 all 12 voices fail tuning...can I send anyone my PS board for recapping?
2010-04-08 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Howie, It probably would not hurt to recap the power supply. large amounts of ripple on the +/-12V power supply rails could cause tuning fails. However
M12 all 12 voices fail tuning...can I send anyone my PS board for recapping?
2010-04-08 by Epoxy2600
Hi all, I recently picked up an M12 that has tuning probems. All 12 voices fail tuning. I ve tried UNTUNE and re-tuning, as well as resetting the software
Re: Matrix-12 PSU problem
2010-04-02 by David in swords
Hi Karl, Thanks for the advice, I ll probably open her up someday next week and see if there s any damage or anything out of place. Don t suppose you know
Re: [xpantastic] Matrix-12 PSU problem
2010-04-02 by Karl Schmeer
Hi, Well, you might get lucky with replacing a fuse, but more than likely the PSU is failing. Best bet on a power supply fail is the capacitors, as they are
Matrix-12 PSU problem
2010-04-01 by David in swords
I was wondering if anyone could shed some light here? recently (within the last month or so ) my M12 has been flicking itself on and off for very short periods
Re: [xpantastic] Stuck note / tunings fail
2010-03-16 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Chase, Glad everything is okay. And thanks for posting back about the fix. Class act, you are! I will add this to my fail log, in case the same kind of
Re: [xpantastic] Stuck note / tunings fail
2010-03-16 by WT
You are very lucky that you didn´t burn anything ! That´s why you should use a DI ! WT ... From: Chase Smith To:
Re: [xpantastic] Stuck note / tunings fail
2010-03-16 by Chase Smith
I m sorry, but I made a really stupid mistake here. When I was working on the song, I ran out of channels on my mixer so I plugged into where I would usually
Re: [xpantastic] Stuck note / tunings fail
2010-03-15 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Chase, ... Ahhh, a good clue, Is the mixer / CV generator plugged into the same power outlet as the Xpander. You could have a ground loop problem.
Re: [xpantastic] Stuck note / tunings fail
2010-03-15 by Chase Smith
Thanks a lot for helping me out here, I really appreciate it. I opened it up and press on all the socketed ICs and reseated the connecting cables. After I did
Re: [xpantastic] Stuck note / tunings fail
2010-03-15 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Chase, Sounds like the final VCA is stuck open. For all voices if in mono keybooard mode. You may have tried this, but What happens when you change
Stuck note / tunings fail
2010-03-15 by plus_321
I powered down my xpander and it was working perfectly (pass every tuning all the time after I recapped the ps years ago). I turn it on a few minutes ago and
Re: Xpander vs. M12
2010-03-09 by analogholic
Well, this is something I asked myself like 3 years ago when a Matrix-12 showed up for sale locally. Got in contact with a great musician, who said: Used to
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-03-01 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Terje, ... Good idea, you also might swing out the displays ( board is hinged ) and clean the glass of the VFD s as well as the front panel bezel. It can
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-28 by Terje Winther
Hi all, and thanks for all the input regarding the Matrix-12 repair that I am doing. The unit is in very good shape and sounds good. Among other things all the
NOS VFD displays on eBay
2010-02-24 by John Pallister
If anyone is looking for a spare/replacement VFD display for their Xpander, there is one (possibly more) on eBay at the moment, ex-Japan (but see below). The
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-23 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Terje, Sounds like he has one voice turned off. Push these buttons to access this: Master Page Page 2 Voices On/Off Each voice can be turned
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-23 by Terje Winther
Hi all, I am well into the service of the Matrix-12. Surprisingly, there are a lot of things that works, even though it all seems a bit worn. I am slowly
Re: [xpantastic] Xpander Front Panel Cleaning
2010-02-20 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Mel, I have always used water/w a soft cloth. Results look like this: http://www.flickr.com/photos/29513543@N04/2759714802/ Karl Schmeer ...
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Xpander Front Panel Cleaning
2010-02-20 by WT
I would like to know this too as my Xpander has the same problem. WT ... From: Tony Cappellini To: Cc:
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Xpander Front Panel Cleaning
2010-02-19 by Tony Cappellini
A specific name would be helpful. There are many chemical sprays for cleaning computers, some of which would probably dissolve the Xpander s Front panel
Re: Xpander Front Panel Cleaning
2010-02-19 by envia94
For cleaning, there is also special computer cleaning spray, which evaporates completely. It is used for cleaning computer keyboards, screens ets., so you ll
Re: Xpander Front Panel Cleaning
2010-02-19 by envia94
I have sometimes used a very little amount of silicone spray to make the Xpander shine again. But, be aware not to spray on the unit, but on a smooth cloth
Xpander Front Panel Cleaning
2010-02-19 by Mel
Hi, I d like to clean up my Xpander s front panel, which has become cloudy with age. It s not scratched, cracked or peeling; just dull. I don t want to take
Re: [xpantastic] Re: Matrix-12 key wanted
2010-02-17 by bjorn roland
I bought mine a couple of years ago. ... Yes we do. We have complete keyboard sets, with all the keys mounted to the metal frame to drop in and plug in or we
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-16 by Bill Fox
... Hi Terje, Welcome to the group. Listmates, I play Terje s music on my radio shows. I recommend that you take a listen to his music. Cheers, Bill
Matrix-12 key wanted
2010-02-16 by mursupeppe
Hi, if anybody s willing to part with one of their Matrix-12 keyboard keys (or identical), I m missing an A key. I know, I know, google and search... :-)
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-12 by Terje Winther
Hi all, Thanks a lot for the warm welcome. ... Yes, I am afraid that is going to happen. We´ll see. I start working on it the coming Monday, as soon as I have
Re: [xpantastic] Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-12 by Karl Schmeer
Hi Terje, Welcome to the group. Watch out, you might get hooked, and have to acquire one for yourself. You will find posts here on all the fails you
Re: Someone to verify my Xpander is working properly
2010-02-12 by envia94
Hi Jeremy, Check if The_Definitive_Xpander_Filter_ Guide in http://launch.groups.yahoo.com/group/xpantastic/files/Demos/ can enlighten the problem. Generally
Someone to verify my Xpander is working properly
2010-02-11 by Jeremy Smith BSc (Hons)
If I record a simple tune with a default patch, could someone play the same tune on their Xpander and tell me if mine *sounds* right? I m worried that since
Re: Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-11 by envia94
Hello Terje, let me just welcome you! There are a lot of interesting listening in your web page (http://www.wintherstormer.no/music.html). Thanks! I hope
Xpanding my horizon
2010-02-11 by Terje Winther
Hi all, I just subscribed to this groups, and thought I might introduce myself. I have loved synthesizers for as long as I can remember (all the way back into
Re: [xpantastic] CEM 3374
2010-01-16 by John Pallister
... He has 3372s, but I haven t seen him selling 3374s. Or we d all be buying them... Cheers, John :^P
Re: [xpantastic] CEM 3374
2010-01-16 by John Pallister
On Wed, Jan 13, 2010 at 9:22 PM, schmuckfenster ... As I understand it, it s a weakness of the fabrication process used to make the chips. Basically the
Re: Xpander vs. M12
2010-01-15 by mattvrazo
Yes, this is one annoying omission on the xpander, but easily resolved like you said with the multi-patch. The simple brilliance of this feature was only