Moog

“Classic “Realistic” Moog in really nice condition.

If you’re looking at this listing you probably know exactly what this is – a proper USA made Moog, designed and re-badged for sale in Tandy / Radio Shack stores. These are from the same era as the Rogue, and have some similarities but also lots of cool unique features including a basic polyphonic section, oscillator sync and ring modulator. In my opinion the MG1 is superior to the Rogue, which makes it a rare bargain in the world of vintage synthesizers.

It’s a cool synth which excels at weird noises, drones, and evolving textures. I bought this a while ago having searched for a decent one for ages but these days it’s not getting the use it deserves.

I’ve freshly serviced this ready for sale – I had to remove all the notorious black goo from above the controls and switches, which luckily had not done any serious damage. I was able to clean up the original sliders and switches and it now works without fault, with all the controls operating reliably and without pops or crackles.

Cosmetic condition is very good, all knobs are intact, and there’s no significant damage to anything. Unfortunately there is a weird stain on the white keys (visible in photo) as well some light scratches to some of the black keys. Still a very smart-looking instrument over all.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Moog MG1 Realistic Synthesizer By Moog Music 1980 USA Vintage Analogue Synth

The MG-1 was built by Moog for Radio Shack as part of their attempt to corner the keyboard market.

Very similar to the Moog Rogue that later emerged from Moog the MG1 has two oscillators, white noise, sync and a Moog ladder filter. It also has a ‘bell tone’ which is none tech speak for a ring modulator. The synth differs from the Rogue as it has a polyphony section. This section allowed you to play chords as well as adding a third sound source to your synth. The MG1 is a very flexible little synth!

This one is in good cosmetic condition and plays well, it has been cleaned and all functions work however it has its issues. I’m selling as spares and repairs as the ‘tone source’ switch may need replacing as it occasionally cuts out and needs encouragement. There is some corrosion to the jack sockets and RCA outputs, the RCA outputs cut out and will need replacing. I have always used the 1/4” headphone socket at the front to amplify it. I’ve also not used the interface ports – presumably CV type interfaces.

There is a mains lead included. This synth unlike the Rogue has a built in transformer. I must say this is quite noisy and there is background mains hum from it.

All keys, sliders, knobs, switches and single led work. The sliders are clean but not smooth to operate like modern ones. The dreaded black foam has been replaced at some point.

This is a 40 year old synth and quite delicate, they don’t travel well so pickup is definitely recommended. A pro service is also recommended- this is not a modern brand new Moog and so please ensure you read the description thoroughly before you bid. I can post in the UK but this is at buyer’s risk. It’s a great little synth with the signature Moog sound but it’s old and can be quirky and needs a service. ”
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“Moog MG1 Realistic Synthesizer By Moog Music 1980 USA Vintage Analogue Synth

This synth was built by Moog for Radio Shack as part of their attempt to corner the keyboard market.

Very similar to the Moog Rogue that later emerged from Moog the MG1 has two oscillators, white noise, sync and a Moog ladder filter. It also has a ‘bell tone’ which is none tech speak for a ring modulator. The synth differs from the Rogue as it has a polyphony section. This section allows you to play chords as well as adding a third sound source to your synth. The MG1 is a very flexible little synth!

This one is in good condition and plays well, it has been professionally cleaned and serviced and all functions work as they ought to. There is some corrosion to the jack sockets and RCA outputs which I have not tested. I have used the headphone socket at the front to amplify it. I’ve also not used the interface ports – presumably CV type interfaces.

There is a mains lead included. This synth unlike the Rogue has a built in transformer. All keys work, sliders, knobs, switches and single led work as they should. The sliders are clean but not smooth to operate like modern ones. The dreaded black foam has been replaced at some point.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“This is REAListic MOOG analog syntheizer in great working condition and clean. All the function work perfectly. The keyboard comes with the power cord. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

” Realistic Mini Moog Concertmate MG-1 Vintage Synthesizer – Model 42-4000. With original box, manual, cables and book.

Barely used and carefully stored in its box for ~30 years.

Tested and fully working. No pops or crackles from slider and switch controls.

Includes cables, manual and “The New Complete Synthesizer – A Comprehensive Guide to the world of Electronic Music” by David Crombie.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“JIMJAMSVINTAGEMUSIC brings you this Realistic Moog MG-1 synthesizer. This synth is in good cosmetic condition, It does have some minor flaws but nothing serious. This synth is in working condition, Most of the functions seem to work but has some scratchy pot and slides which make it not sound so good. All of the keys sound when pressed. There may be some issues besides the potts or slides that cause this not to sound as it did when new so this is being sold for parts or restoration and may need repaired before use. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“I know nothing about the operation of this vintage keyboard but I do know that it is NOT working well and will need some expertise to get it in top shape. And so, I am selling this “as is” with no refunds and no returns. I’m also selling it at a price that reflects its condition” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Realistic mg1 synthesizer. Recently serviced. Back phono audio outputs not working. All features of the synth work over headphones. Sounds really good. Another issue is the sliders are a bit stiff, however they all work. And the final issue is there is some humming from the transformer inside, the hum is physical and doesn’t affect the sound.

I use a cirklon2 sequencer and I couldn’t get it to trigger this synth well even by setting the sequencer to s trigger mode. I think it’s something to do with the design of the envelopes, so it’s not a fault. Playing by keyboard works fine.”
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