“Roland JP-8000 Analog Modeling Synthesiser. – this is sold as not working, although it does.
I inherited and was going to do it as a repair project, but I do not currently have the time.
I have replaced the internal battery and the presets, ribbon slider, and pitchbend work.
All pots and sliders work, but some are a bit loose and crackly. It suffers with volume drops and distortion at times, which I believe is to do with the capacitors and is a relatively cheap and easy fix (they are available on EBay) .
It is missing the power button from the back, so it has to be turned on at the mains. There is also a fader cap missing on one of the sliders.
For someone who has a bit of time, knows what they are doing, and can solder, this is a good little project. The synth does work in its present state. However, it is a bit temperamental with the problems listed. These synths are known for that.
It is sold as seen and is collection only due to weight.
I am happy to send a video of it working. Please feel free to send any questions.
Serious bidders only, DO NOT BID if you can not collect from the South London/Surrey area.
Open to sensible offers, these synths sound beautiful.” Click here to visit listing on eBay