Alesis @ 31 January 2012, “No Comments”

“I am currently selling an Alesis Andromeda A6 analog synthesizer. You can see in the photos that it is in perfect condition. It’s been used in a clean, smoke-free studio. It comes with power cord, owner’s manual, custum patchbay, memory card, Original Alesis footpedal and a Gator flight case. The patchbay has been custum made especially for the A6 using 2 meters of high quality klots multicore with neutriks jacks. The patchbay is wired to allow for each of the 16 voices to have it’s own channel on a mixing desk. The memory card comes complete with 5 additional sound banks with presets from Rob Papen. Very reluctant sale, amazing instrument. Now discontinued, VERY RARE…!” Link

Alesis @ 27 December 2011, “No Comments”

“Es gibt wohl keinen anderen analogen Synthesizer der so vielseitig ist,das man auch nach Jahren der intensiven Beschäftigung mit diesem Synth noch Funktionen findet,als hätte man den Synth den ersten Tag!!!

Seine endlosen Modulationsmöglichkeiten machen Ihn zum einzigartigsten Synthesizer der Geschichte!!!” Link

Alesis @ 06 December 2011, “No Comments”

“If you are looking for a nice A6, here it is. Most of the bugs have been worked out as it’s a later model. It works perfectly & I never had a problem with it. I’m only selling this because I need too because of finacial issues. It was either this, or my Oasys 88 & this lost the toss up.

The pictures don’t do it justice. This is a beast of a synth & is very,very deep. It was used in a non smoking, home studio & it has never been gigged. Winner gets the A6 & the power cord only.” Link

Alesis @ 29 November 2011, “No Comments”

“I’m selling my Perfectly working Andromeda synthesizer, at first glance it looks like any other andromeda you see but a closer look you will notice two things. 1. the buttons and knob tops are white instead of silver, and 2. It is silver and grey instead of silver and blue. These “alt panels” were made for the prototypes, i got one several years ago with a full set of knobs and buttons and changed it myself, so it is a production andromeda with a prototype panel, i can include the production panel to the buyer for 100.00 more.
I just bought a brand new keybed from Alesis so it is perfect, Also replaced the right hand side pot board (with the envelopes) so it is perfect as well. all buttons pots etc work as they should. It tunes right up and i have never had any tuning issues in the years i have owned it. The faceplate i have has two cosmetic “blemishes” pictured below (on the left side) It does not affect the playability os the synthesizer in any was and was like that when i purchased it.” Link

Alesis @ 22 November 2011, “No Comments”

“One of the last truly great analog synthesizers. This has been in my studio since I bought it and it is in excellent condition. And works wonderfully and tunes up without a hitch. I will include the pedal as well as the text manual too. Sorry for just one pic it’s in my studio rack.” Link

Alesis @ 18 October 2011, “No Comments”

“This listing is for a rare red Alesis Andromeda. The unit is 100% functional and is in mint cosmetic condition as well. Still has plastic protector film on LCD! It comes with the manual and original foot pedal.” Link

Alesis @ 18 October 2011, “No Comments”

“This listing is for a Alesis Andromeda A6 analog synthesizer. Gently used in home studio and remains in mint condition. Includes original manuals, sustain pedal, SRAM card, power cable, and original packaging. Local bidders welcome to take a listen at my studio in Hollywood.” Link

Alesis @ 13 September 2011, “No Comments”

“Alesis Andromeda A6 in excellent condition !! 100% functional – some occasional quirks in the software ,nothing to worry about & they always sound great ( fine once the machine’s warmed up – 10 mins or so ) – likewise the tuning needs a little time to settle , though you can of course speed the process up with the autotune .

Genuinely a modern classic , amazing bass & totally insane modulation options , i’ve owned a few classics over the years ; Prophet 5 , Pro One , Xpander ,OBXa ,Junos etc & can honestly say this is up there with any of them & can more than manage convincing impressions of any of them .

This is the Chinese built version which depending on which forum you read is either more reliable or is of inferior build – check out the forums on the subject yourself ;

i can remember in the 80s the same argument doing the rounds when the Oberheim Xpander’s production was shifted from the US to Japan – there was bugger all difference between them as it eventually transpired & i’m of the opinion that the situations the same with Andromedas .Whether it’s more ( or less ) realible than a US model i can’t say , i’ve had no problems with this , beyond the quirks & tuning in the first 10 minutes & all the knobs turning smoothly with zero play – (nowt wrong the build quality on this one at any rate ), likewise the keyboard , aftertouch & ribbon controller all work impecably .” Link

Alesis @ 06 September 2011, “No Comments”

“I am selling my Alesis Andromeda A6,the manual, the power chord, and its Road case(Its got wheels). Both are in perfect working order. I really love this synthesizer but its time to let it go. It has been well cared for and kept in a smoke free studio for its entire life. ” Link

Alesis @ 30 August 2011, “No Comments”

“Used but in GREAT CONDITION. Looks and Works Perfectly !
VERY RARE !! COLLECTORS ITEM !!
Cannot be purchased in a store since Item has been Discontinued and Sold Out Everywhere.” Link

Alesis @ 16 August 2011, “No Comments”

“Up for auction is obviously an Andromeda synth. It was recently serviced at Virtual Sound Technologys in Calf. and will ship it with documentation of the refurbishment (was not cheep BTW). The main board on which has the operating system chip and the battery which keeps memory for the user patches was replaced. This part of the synth is brand new. The battery should be good for another seven years, which is the average expected before need of replacement. . Included in the photos are two shots of minor cosmedic flaws. One is where some paint has worn off under the keyboard, and the other is a small chip on the inner side of the plastic end cap and is maybe half a centemeter at best. This is a perfectly fuctioning and beautiful sounding keyboard. I will ship it in a road case that i picked up from guitar center. Wieght with the case is about 80 pounds.” Link

Alesis @ 09 August 2011, “No Comments”

“Alesis Andromeda A6 Analog Synth mit 16 Stimmen in sehr gutem Zustand, Wohnzimmer Gerät, Nichtraucher Homstudio.

Hier verkaufe ich mein Alesis Andromeda A6, Analogsynth mit 16 Stimmen. Er ist nur wenig bis überhaupt nicht gespielt worden und ist in einem sehr gutem Zustand. Die Folie ist auch noch auf dem Display, welches sich natürlich auch in einem tadelosem Zustand befindet.

Schaut einfach mal im I-net, dort steht ja alles geschrieben, was er so kann und wie er sich anhört.

Am besten kommt Ihr vorbei, testet ihn und nehmt das Schätzchen gleich mit, so ist es am sichersten. Sollte dieser Synth doch per Post auf den Weg gehen, übernehme ich für den Postweg keine Garantie.

Da ich mein Homestudio auflöse, biete ich noch weitere Gerät unter drei mal w punkt hosenteufel punkt de an.

Weitere Bilder siehe unten.

Der Alesis Andromeda A6 ist in einem sehr gutem Zustand.” Link

Alesis @ 21 June 2011, “No Comments”

“You are viewing the recently discontinued (2000-2010) Alesis A6 Andromeda, studio kept, barely used, first owner with original box. Keyboard is in full working order, free from cosmetic or internal defects. The Alesis Andromeda A6 is a 16-voice, 16-channel multitimbral analog synthesizer by Alesis which was released in 2000 and discontinued in 2010. The Andromeda has analog oscillators and filters combined with modern digital control. It can be considered a hybrid of older and newer technologies, but its entire signal path is purely analog. In a world filled with “almost-analog” and “sort-of-analog” synthesizers, Andromeda is the real deal: a high-performance instrument fueled by true analog synth technology. In a single, powerful package you’ll find a huge range of tonal possibilities: searing leads, warm pads, fat bass lines, extreme sound effects and more. With Andromeda you can get all these sounds simultaneously, while enjoying the creative control to reach out, grab knobs and instantly reshape Andromeda’s mind-blowing sonics.

Specs:

In excellent condition
0% damage to keys, knobs, Pitch/Mod Wheels, Audio Jacks, Internal Hardware (still has original plastic on screen)
Analog Synthesizer
16 voice Polyphony
2 oscillators (with subs) per voice, 5 waveforms available (sine, triangle, square, up saw, down saw)
2-pole multimode resonating filter per voice, 4-pole lowpass resonating filter per voice (32 total)
Effects: Digital reverb, chorus, echo, analog distortion, quad pitch-shifting, flange, and more
Arpeggiator: Up, Down, Up/Down, Random
Sequencer: 16-step, analog style; both have MIDI sync
Keyboard: 61 keys (velocity and aftertouch sensitive)
Program Memory: 256 preset and 128 user-defined
Memory Card Slot: PCMCIA-format
Comes with original case
Free Shipping with insurance to lower 48 states!
Payment must be received within 48 hours
Buyer accepts all responsibility for product (less shipping errors covered by insurance), No Returns Accepted” Link

Alesis @ 14 June 2011, “No Comments”

“This is probably one of the most advanced and complex of analogue synthesizers ever built. It has 16 voices, a 5 octave velocity sensitive keyboard and a comprehensive control panel that simplifies programming. That said, the architecture of this instrument is closer to a modular system giving almost endless modulation possibilities and reading the (very large) manual is absolutely essential to understanding the synth. You can find pdf versions of the manual on line and it would be well worth looking at these so you know what you are getting.

In terms of sound there is no mistaking the analogue nature of the voices. The Andromeda is known to overdrive it’s filters. This contributes to a powerful rich tone which is reminiscent of the ‘American’ synth sound. However, back off on the filter input levels and you find a tone more like the Japanese designs. Sub-oscillators and ring modulation help to provide a vast wall of sound if you want it. Cross modulation and oscillator sync can create delicate digital tones that have an almost PPG sound to them.

This particular instrument has been kept in a nice warm studio all it’s life It is in perfect working order and condition. All the voices calibrate and tune as they should do; all the front panel controls and LEDs are fully functional. Note that controls are currently set to a ‘pass through’ mode which means you have to match the programmed value before they take effect. You can change this setting – read the manual.

Standard operating procedure with these instruments is to power on the unit and then start the tuning and calibration routine by pressing the front panel tune button twice. If you don’t do this, it may be out of tune and it may emit low level random sounds – depends on how long it has been switched off. Once the control voltages have been calibrated (it takes around 5 minutes to complete this), it is a happy synth and good to go. Tuning can be set to take place in the background on any unused voices while you play – read the manual.

THIS IS A HEAVY INSTRUMENT (21Kg without packing) and the cost of crating it for overseas shipping will probably be very high – research it online with good couriers before you bid. If the winning bid is within the UK I will probably choose to deliver myself – perhaps meeting half way.

If you are serious about sound synthesis and willing to take the time to learn this instrument, it will never stop surprising you with its capabilities. I doubt we will see another analogue design like this for a very long time.

I bought this synth new in early 2002 i created an underground track called Relentless in February of that year . In March i promo’d the Track at Miami music conference and by May the very same year i got an Email from the Flash brothers who explained to me that Relentless went Ballistic in Tel aviv Israel for the whole month, little did i know it was going to be the biggest Electro House underground track in the country.

My Andromeda wasn’t the first to be made it was the 21st and it has been looked after just as well as it looked after me.

Really sad to let it go but i rarely use it nowadays and i dont want it collecting dust when other talented people out there can give it a new lease of life and it them.” Link

Alesis @ 07 June 2011, “No Comments”

“I am selling my personal collection of synthesizers. This is as fine a Andromeda A6 as you could find. Cosmetically and electronically it is in great condition.

All functions work and it is electrically, physically sound. This synthesizer has always worked flawlessly.

Not a blemish, this synthesizer has NOT been restored and it is in original condition.

Original patches.

Just a fantastic instrument all around” Link

Alesis @ 24 May 2011, “No Comments”

“ALESIS Andromeda A6
mit 2MB PCMCIA SRAM SpeicherCard!!!
+ Original Manual + OVP + Netzkabel + Program Banks!!!
technisch und optisch tadellos! siehe Bilder!” Link

Alesis @ 24 May 2011, “No Comments”

“Here it is! This is one of the my absolute favorite pieces of gear that I have ever had the pleasure of owning and using: Andromeda A6.

This thing looks beautiful, sounds phenomenal and they’re pretty rare these days – Alesis stopped making the Andromeda and recently announced it to dealers. Some online dealers still list this board on their websites but they won’t be getting any inventory ever again.

It has over 130 LED lights on the board and lights up like mad when powered on. All patches have been restored to factory default settings. It is truly a masterful piece of music history and electronic lore.

I have all original packaging (dual boxed), all manuals and I have never allowed a piece of dust to touch this synth. It has been pristinely kept and cared for and I am the original owner.” Link

Alesis @ 17 May 2011, “No Comments”

“I’m selling my Alesis Andromeda A6 Analog synth keyboard. It is in great condition and works flawlessly.

This very synthesizer was used onstage for two shows by the Protomen to replace Murphy Weller’s broken Korg synth (the one used to record Act I and II, for you Protomen fans). The shows it was used at were on Thursday, Mar. 10 at JT’s Cafe in Stafford Springs, Connecticut, and at PAX East in Boston on Mar. 12 a couple of months ago. I am a friend of the band, which is why I was asked to provide them the synth to use for these shows. These onstage stills were taken at PAX East from the Official Protomen documentary ( http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/788868065/the-official-protomen-documentary ).

I am only selling the keyboard because I don’t use it that much, not nearly enough to substantiate its cost. I am the second owner, having bought it off eBay about a year ago for the same amount as the opening bid.

As mentioned before, it is in great condition, with one tiny exception: some of Murphy Weller’s makeup found its way onto some of the keys. I will happily wipe if off before shipping this out to the winner, or if the winner prefers, I will keep it on there as is. Other than those two shows, it has never been used onstage and I have only used it sparingly in my own studio. As stated above, every function of the keyboard works flawlessly.” Link

Alesis @ 03 May 2011, “No Comments”

“I’ve had this Andromeda for about three years. Alas, it is time to move on to different pastures. I’ve mastered the Andromeda and want to move on to something new.

As far as I can tell, this Andromeda was manufactured some time in 2002. I can tell this because of manufacturing dates I found on the inside (no pics of this, sorry). Before me it was owned by two other people. The first was a collector and had it in storage from 2002 until some time in 2008. He took it out, tested that it worked, and sold it to the person who I bought it from. The person I bought it from gigged the instrument a bit (which is how it received some of its damage), and then sold it to me after owning it for about six months.

Functionally, EVERYTHING WORKS. No tuning issues, all the OSCs, filters, buttons, knobs, ribbon, wheels, outputs, and inputs are perfectly functional.” Link

Alesis @ 26 April 2011, “No Comments”

“Alesis Andromeda A6 analog synth in beautiful condition. Still has protective plastic on screen! Phenomenal, powerful sounding TRUE ANALOG synth from Alesis featuring an unprecedented and to-date unmatched 16 voice polyphony and 16 part multitimbral. All 16 voices tune properly and it passes all diagnostic tests. All key contacts have recently been cleaned and all keys are working properly. Alesis no longer makes the A6 and lately the demand has really jumped because you can’t get this incredible sound with this many features in any other one synth at this price point. Comes with original manual, power supply, protective soft cover and a formatted PCMCIA card currently formatted to hold an additional 8 banks of user sounds. A suitable PCMCIA card for this synth can cost upwards of $100 itself. Latest OS is also installed.” Link

Alesis @ 05 April 2011, “No Comments”

” This listing is for a rare red Alesis Andromeda. The unit is 100% functional and is in nice cosmetic condition as well. ” Link

Alesis @ 29 March 2011, “No Comments”

“Good shape, side panel is chipped, see picture. There is a small raised bump and a small round dent about the size of a dime on the front panel, you can check the picture but they don’t show very well in the picture. There is a situation with the autotune, VCA section won’t tune in autotune, but if you run autotune again, it will tune and you can also tune the VCA section manually. So not a real large problem.” Link

Alesis @ 29 March 2011, “No Comments”

“She is in AMAZING condition both cosmetically and sonically.

Very little use, works perfectly. Comes with original box, foot pedal, power cord &

manual.” Link

Alesis @ 22 March 2011, “No Comments”

“Up for sale is my Andromeda 6 that I bought new in 2001. Serial number 106, one of the very first produced. QC sticker hand initialed “MP”, for Mike Peake, one of the designers of the synth. Included is the original preliminary pre-release manual and the original shipping box.

This synth is dead mint and 100% functional. It has been in my smoke free studio the entire time I’ve owned it. My favorite synth of all time, I’ve loved it to death and recorded the hell out of it. But, I guess I’ve grown up and got a great paying “real” adult job and I haven’t done anything with music for three years, and new car is calling my name, so I think it’s time for a new king to wield Excalibur” Link

Alesis @ 15 March 2011, “No Comments”

” Selling off my Alesis Andromeda A6 16 Voice Polyphonic Synthesizer. It is in really amazing shape, everything tunes up as seen in the 3rd picture, have never had a problem with it or any bugs. Not a scratch on it that I can see and it sounds great!” Link

Alesis @ 15 February 2011, “No Comments”

“You are bidding on a Andromeda Alesis A6 16 Voice Analog Synthesizer. Physically this synthesizer is in good condition, however unfortunately it does NOT function properly and will be sold AS IS. It is locked up. The keys work and the buttons get response by performing an internal self check. It does NOT function, there is no sound, it does not record, etc. This item will be sold as a parts unit only, as is.

* Mfg Date: 2001
* SN: xx500118″ Link

Alesis @ 01 February 2011, “No Comments”

“For sale is an Alesis Andromeda A6 16 voice analog synthesizer. This synth is fully functional and in near mint condition. It does not have any tuning issues.
Comes with original manual and footswitch. Kept in smoke free home studio, well cared for and has seen light use. Please see pictures below. Don’t miss out on this amazing sounding and versatile synthesizer” Link

Alesis @ 25 January 2011, “No Comments”

” I’ve owned and used a great many of the classic analog synths over the years from Moog, ARP, Oberheim, Roland, Sequential and others and this was the synth that summed up analog synthesis the best in a single package. Because of the depth of programming available, I was able to appoximate some of my favorite patches faithfully from Other synths like the Jupiter 8, 4-voice and Mini-Moog. In fact, it was because of this synth that I eventually sold nearly everything but the A6. That said, I’ve moved into a different hobby and even the A6, my last bastion of analog must now go to a home which can give it use.

I’m the original owner of this Andromeda, and have kept it babied in a smoke free home studio. It has the latest firmware installed and a mixed bank of my original patches emulating some of my favorite classics (often created side by side with the original) is included. Condition is 100% functional, virtually as new. No marks, scratches or damage of any kind.” Link

Alesis @ 18 January 2011, “No Comments”

“Up for sale is my Andromeda A6 synth, one of the most powerful analog synths ever built. I bought this in 2002 directly from Mike Peake, who was one of the designers, during the period when Alesis was in bankruptcy and the units were off the market. It was his personal unit and is serial #003! I used this synth on tours and sessions from 2002-2005. Since then it has been kept in my smoke free private studio and used sporadically. It is in very good condition as you can see from the photos. There is some residue of tape on the back and front panel which could be cleaned easily. It works great and includes the original manual which is the size of a phone book! I will miss this synth a lot!” Link

Alesis @ 18 January 2011, “No Comments”

“This Alesis A6 Andromeda works perfectly and is in mint condition. Not a scratch on her anywhere. Kept in a smoke free studio and taken excellent care of. Everything works perfectly as new. The original protective plastic is still covering the LCD screen. The units tuning is 100%. NO ISSUES!! Comes with Manual and power supply cable.” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 11 January 2011, “No Comments”

“The unit seems to have some serious issues and it should only be purchased for parts or repair. The power supply is missing and will not be included. The LCD appears to be broken. The white substance on the lid is the remains of an adhesive paper label. I tried to use a universal power supply to test the unit; the ON button produced no visible sign of operation. There is NO RESERVE on this item. Please consider the item AS-IS, but I’ll honor the return policy if you wish.” Link

Alesis @ 11 January 2011, “No Comments”

“Alesis Andromeda A6 like new for sale. I bought this Analog monster about 18 months ago. It is in like new condition and comes with everything that it originally came with in the box. This synth is pristine and does not have any tuning issues or any other issues. Downgrading my studio due to moving to a smaller space. Will be mostly be in the box. ” Link

Alesis @ 04 January 2011, “No Comments”

“This is the beast of all beasts.It is mint,clean,No scatches and No marks.This great keyboard has been in my smoke free personal studio. Pick ups are welcome,I am only 45 min. from NYC.Serious bidders only please. Thank you and have a Happy New Year!” Link

Alesis @ 14 December 2010, “No Comments”

“Up for sale is an Alesis Andromeda in absolutely beautiful near mint condition. I won’t say mint because there is one very small chip (see the third photo) in the black molding at the top right corner. To be honest I had never noticed this before and I’m sure most people wouldn’t notice it but it’s there (I’m also sure this would be very easy to repair if one wanted to). O.k. now that the bad news is out of the way here is the good news! The unit was bought new from Nova Musik a year and a half ago and I am the original (and only) owner. In that time it has never left my clean, climate controlled, smoke free studio. It is one of the more recent batches before they were discontinued so it is not plagued with the issues that some of the earlier units were. There isn’t a scratch on this beauty other then the small chip that I already mentioned and the original protective film is still on the display!All knobs work perfectly without error, noise, etc., as do the buttons, ribbon controller, inputs and outputs. All the keyboard keys are also in perfect working order. I am selling the unit to feed my modular synthesizer habit but I will say that this honestly ranks as one of the nicest and most expressive poly analogs I have ever had the pleasure playing (and man can it ever make some CRAZY furniture rearranging noise). Included are the original manual and foot pedal and the instrument will be shipped in it’s original packaging” Link

Alesis @ 16 November 2010, “No Comments”

“At first glance this may look like another Andromeda for sale, but a closer look you’ll notice some differences. When the A6 was being developed a few different color schemes were “pitched” before going with the blue/silver production model. And we know they made a few but production wine red/silver Andromedas, but here is the only Grey/silver i have ever seen…it was not a production model…and it has white buttons and knob caps. What gives? Well a few years back an ex-alesis employee sold this prototype panel/button/knob set, i bought it and installed it on my production Andromeda. So there you have it, i dont think there was another complete set offered so i doubt you’ll ever see another one of these again. The synthesizer is a beautiful instrument and is my favorite polyphonic synth ever. So why sell it? Well the modular bug hit me a few years back and frankly my keyboard synths have taken a back seat every since. I’ve held on to my favorites but it’s time for them to go to a more deserving studio.
Here is your chance to own an extremely rare andromeda” Link

Alesis @ 09 November 2010, “No Comments”

“The Andromeda is in mint condition. Comes with factory manual (in new condition), power cord and a MIDI cable. Used at home only-never gigged!” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 09 November 2010, “No Comments”

“Original HR-16 Drum machine- Missing the Volume knob, otherwise cosmetically ok. Last I checked, on channel worked and the other did not.”

Alesis @ 19 October 2010, “No Comments”

“Here we have a rare Alesis A6 Andromeda in mint condition. The top plate has zero damage or scratching; it’s simply pristine.” Link

Alesis @ 12 October 2010, “No Comments”

“16 Voice Alesis A6 Andromeda, Near Mint Condition, Works Like New! With Hard Case, Power Cord, & Original Manual.

In my opinion, the A6 Andromeda stands in good company with other notable Analog Synths, like Moog, and Oberheim, but is unique in it’s own right, and, is perhaps even the best of the best Analog Synths ever made!

I consider the A6 Andromeda to be equivalent or better to; 2 Oberheim OB-8’s, 3 Prophet 5s by Sequencial Circuits (Dave Smith), or 16 Mini Moogs” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 05 October 2010, “No Comments”

” Alesis HR-16 Drum Machine. This unit is in great working condition and has that awesome classic 80s drum machine sound. Super easy to use and in good working condition. Only flaw – handle for volume control has broken off. Volume still works – you just have to insert something into the groove to move the control.

All basic instructions located on the inside panel as shown in second picture.

Some yellowing of buttons but other than that, in clean condition. ” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 21 September 2010, “No Comments”

“For sale is this Alesis HR-16 High Sample rate/16 Bit Drum Machine. This drum machine does power up and you can get some sounds out of the drum pads. The error code seems to come on often. I am not sure how to operate it but I am pretty sure it is not working properly. Therefore it is being sold as-is. It is in decent cosmetic condition but could use a good cleaning.” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 21 September 2010, “No Comments”

“Purchased new. Includes power adapter. I will send the manual IF I can find it.” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 07 September 2010, “No Comments”

“You are looking at a Alesis HR-16 drum machine used but works fine. The volume slider is broken but you can still turn volume up and down, and there are a few normal cratches” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 07 September 2010, “No Comments”

“I imagine most lookers know about this vintage unit. (and I am sure specs are easily found elsewhere on the internet) I am the original owner and hate letting this go, but I find I’m using it less and less and leaning on my software instead in the computer. This unit LAYERED with real or other drum sounds will rock your tracks. It is a great sounding machine in its’ own right too, but added with other tracks is incredible.

The cons: Since I’ve owned this new since the 90′s??….(or late 80′s??). over the years, some of the pads are becoming less responsive. They are velocity sensitive for volume, but can also be set for a constant velocity. However, they do all work but are starting to get finicky on the “softer hits”.

However, you can hook up a MIDI cable to it and use another trigger (like a cheapie keyboard), which I basically found easier to use for creating “live” parts or recording MIDI loops in the unit. Additionally, I used it as a sound source, but since Toontracks EZX electronic (software) came out, I’m finding it don’t use this as much and am letting a good friend go up for auction.

This unit has ALWAYS been in my smoke free studio and NEVER used live. ” Link

Alesis, HR-16 @ 24 August 2010, “No Comments”

“Alesis HR-16 Classic Drum Machine.

Works great!

Does not come with power supply or manual.” Link

Alesis @ 03 August 2010, “No Comments”

“Alesis Andromeda A6 in excellent condition. Its never been used outside of my studio, and has been kept in a smoke free environment. It has the latest firmware update, and its in absolute perfect working order! Comes with original manual and power cord.” Link

Alesis @ 20 July 2010, “No Comments”

“WHAT TO DO?

I AM THINKING THAT WORDS ARE UNUSEFUL TO DESCRIBE THE HISTORY OF SYNTHESIZERS.

SO, I HAVE TO LEAVE THIS BEAST SINCE NO TIME TO USE AND THIS BEAST IT IS ONLY FOR ONE OF YOURS, BIDDERS.

IT IS IN LIKE NEW CONDITIONS, APART SOME MINIMUM SCRATCH IN THE REAR, REALLY NOTHING, LIKE NEW, NEW IN ALL ITS PARTS, NO DETUNING FAKE ERRORS, IT IS REALLY GOOD TUNED!!!

SO IF YOU HAVE EARS FOR IT…

WITH THE ORIGINAL REFERENCE MANUAL. STILL THE ORIGINAL PLASTIC PAPER ON DISPLAY” Link

Alesis @ 13 July 2010, “No Comments”

“Up for grabs – the famous Andromeda A6 by Alesis. If you’re reading this you probably know what it is: All-Analog 16 Voice Keyboard. The very last of its kind, and Alesis certainly went to town with the Andromeda – a true analog beast of a synthesizer that simply can’t be beat.

I purchased it new originally, used it once in my home studio before having to put it back in its original box while switching careers. It’s in like-new perfect condition – no kidding—it even has that ‘new’ smell to it like it’s fresh from the store. Comes with the latest official OS installed. It’s 100% fully working, zero scratches, dents, chips, or anything – just sitting pretty waiting to be played.” Link

Alesis @ 29 June 2010, “No Comments”

“Up for sale is an Alesis A6 Andromeda keyboard in good working and cosmetic condition. This is capable of creating some truly amazing sounds. It will ship in original Alesis box and includes power cable, owner’s manual and SRAM card.” Link

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