“Up for sale is my long beloved ARP String Ensemble. I’ve had so many amazing experiences with this well cared for unit, but it’s time to thin the herd. This unit is in tip-top working condition. It also shows well. All keys and presets work fine. No missing buttons, cracked keys, or lose knobs. It’s hard to come across this unit in this condition.” Link
“Good condition,all functions operable.” Link
“This is a VINTAGE SOLINA ARP STRING ENSEMBLE SE-IV SYNTHESIZER in original condition.All keys are fully functional, good action. Electronics are in working order and function as they should. Condition and performance that it was maintained quite well by professional only, as well as played. Unit is clean and physically in very good condition. There are a few blemishes. Overall in excellent shape, with the exception of some minor wear, near the sliders. It’s the paint behind the slider, from over the years of people sliding it back and forth and having their fingers rubbing against that area. This ARP Solina String Ensemble SE-IV has been always stored inside a blue case, which will also be included with purchase.Buyer is responsible for cost of shipping . ” Link
“Hello, Up for bid is my arp string ensemble(SE-IV). Everything works 100% with the exception of the highest A. The actuating coil has slipped out of place, it’s not currently triggering. If you’re handy, you can fix it. If not, you’ll have to take it to a tech. Other than that, all voices,crescendo,volume,bass,etc. work properly. Two of the red sliders were recently replaced with identical ones from vintage vibe. ” Link
“Go Arp String Ensemble on Google you will see the picture:
This has a few scratches on the wood and the high F key was repair.” Link
“The famed 1970′s Arp String Ensemble Solina. As played by Artist, Herbie Hancock, The Ohio Player, Bernie Worrell with Parliment/Funkadelic, Keith Emerson and many more great recordings. This String Ensemble works well for it age. Only one keys is not working. I’ve shown photo’s of it’s cosmetic detail. It’s a bit worn cosmetically but works great. The Arp String Ensemble Solina is sold as is because of it’s age.” Link
“Hi folks. this auction is for a brilliant Solina String Synthesizer. Made in Holland, this was the predecessor to all the Arp string synth gear. Arp bought out the Solina brand and starting manufacturing it themselves. Sort of like the mellotron / harry chamberlin story, but perhaps less evil! In any case, this thing is really really really awesome. I love it and I wouldn’t be letting it go if I didn’t need the money. cosmetically, it’s not impeccable, but has no offensive aesthetic blemishes. functionally, it’s beautiful.” Link
“This is in great overall condition. All buttons, faders and keys function correctly and it sounds superb. The condition of the wooden casing is obviously worn, but in line with its age. I think this is classed as the Mk 2 version – still the sought after mono outputs, but also trigger and gate outputs. Please feel free to ask any questions or request high res photos.” Link
“insgesamt guter Zustand. folgende Mängel sind mir aufgefallen:
cis/des die erste schwarze von links ist bei den oberen sounds viola usw. auf dauersustain, also klingt immer mit sustain. bei den bassounds arbeitet sie normal.
schalter für violin sound hat einen wackelkontakt, also sound kommt nur wenn man ihn etwas hin und her bewegt.
ein kleine verfärbung auf einer taste von vermutlich abgelegter zigarette.
eine taste in der mitte hängt etwas tiefer weil dort das kabel drumgewickelt war als das teil in der ecke stand, funktioniert aber einwandfrei.” Link
“In good physical shape with a few light scratches here and there.
Item powers up and sounds perfectly. All buttons and functions work.
Low G key is partially broken off as pictured, but still works and sounds well struck.
Low A key has been broken and glued back together, but still works and sounds when played.
Highest C key is very sticky and almost frozen. It still sounds when you press it all the way down, but needs some work.
Includes Anvil Style Case for easy shipping. ” Link
“Item is in great condition and does light up when plugged in, however, that is the only way I have of testing it. It does look like someone made legs and brackets for it, they do not look factory.” Link
“Vintage 70′s ARP SOLINA STRING ENSEMBLE Analog Synthesizer w/ Case VIDEO!
Description: What a lovely analog classic!
Here is a 70′s Solina String Ensemble made by Eminent of Holland for ARP
This is the String Synthesizer you hear on EVERYTHING from the 1970′s.
Comes fully functional with custom fitted anvil case.
There is one good visible nick in the wood on the front left side of the board. (see photo)
There is a small not so visible nick on the bottom of the right corner side piece as well.
There is also cushion from the padding inside the case residue on the back of the ARP. (see photo)
This should be able to be removed, I just didn’t want to take the chance of irritating the finish.
Some small scratches, bumps and wear to the edges from use. It was obviously gigged in the past.
It has some wear to the modulation logo. (see photo)
Sounds warm, dreamy, creamy and delicious! Just the way a Solina should!” Link
“Series 76
No. 01311202
Manufactured by B.V. Eminent, Bodegraven, Holland
Das legendäre String-Ensemble mit dem amtlichen Sound!
Kenner wissen, worum es geht. Die anderen schauen sich bei commons.wikimedia.org und youtube.com um.
Das hier angebotene Instrument steht versandfertig bereit. Beim Einpacken war es in gutem Zustand. In zweieinhalb Jahrzehnten hat es seinen Platz im Zimmer nur einmal verlassen zum Reparaturversuch der Bass-Register, leider erfolglos. Die beiden Register (Contrabass/Cello) waren sowieso nur monophon, und nur auf der linken Hand.
Alle anderen Register sind voll polyphon spielbar.” Link
“Zum Verkauf steht hier ein Solina String Ensemble von Eminent. Es stammt aus der letzten Generation und ist daher Stereo, welches dem Chorus deutlich mehr „Volumen“ verleiht. Das Instrument war bei mir wie auch beim Vorbesitzer nur im Studio im Einsatz. Es ist vor einiger Zeit von einem renommierten Vintage-Spezialisten überholt worden und befindet sich optisch und technisch in einem super Zustand (Sammlerstück!).
Zusätzlich ist von dem Vintage-Spezilalisten ein externer Eingang eingebaut worden, wobei nicht in den originalen Signalweg eingegriffen wurde (die Modifikation lässt sich jederzeit mit wenig Aufwand wieder rückbauen). Somit ist es möglich, den berühmten Chorus für externe Audioquellen (Synthesizer, Gitarre usw.) zu verwenden. Der Solina String Ensemble wird dabei einfach wie ein Effektgerät in den mono Signalweg eingeschliffen und gibt dann ein Stereosignal mit Chorus zurück. Ich kann versichern, dass es ziemlich gut klingt, wenn z.B. Streicher aus einem digitalen oder VA-Synthi mit dem analogen Chorus versehen werden und das Signal anschließend wieder mit dem Original zusammenmischt wird (plötzlich haben die Streicher die Wärme und Tiefe, die man nur von analogen Synthis her kennt). Allerdings muss hierfür – bei ausgeschaltetem eigenem Klang – eine Taste heruntergedrückt werden, um die Hüllkurve auszulösen (habe ich mit einem kleinen Gewicht gemacht, wie einst JMJ 
). Darüber hinaus kann auch der eigene Klang mit dem der externen Audioquelle zusammengemischt werden, welches ebenfalls ganz neue Klangmöglichkeiten eröffnet.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“The Solina String Ensemble is a multi-orchestral machine with violin, viola, trumpet, horn, cello and contrabass. Crescendo and sustain controls replace attack and decay (which sound more orchestral but are the same thing). This synth really makes a great string sound and has gate and trigger outs from the polyphonic keyboard.
This keyboard comes completely encased in wood panels with a clean and discrete layout. It’s old and often thought of as THE String Machine of the late 1970′s, and has been used by everyone: Air, The Eagles, Elton John, Pink Floyd, The Cure, Joy Division, OMD, Josh Wink, Kraftwerk, Stevie Wonder, STYX, Tangerine Dream, Keane, Japan, and New Order.
This particular unit is marked as Series 12, Number 0088031.
This item is in very good, near mint and working condition. The only flaw is the 21st key is slightly raised but it doesn’t affect play.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Da die Funktion nicht eindeutig geprüft werden kann und von uns keiner Ahnung von dem Gerät hat, wird dieses Instrument als defektes Bastlergerät verkauft!
Das String Ensemble wurde eingeschaltet und die rote Lampe leuchtet. Weitere Prüfungen können leider nicht vorgenommen werden. Die Beurteilung erfolgt rein optisch.
Das Gehäuse ist nicht mehr auffindbar. Eine Keyboardtaste wurde mal notdürftig repariert (siehe Bild). Zwei rote Kappen fehlen. Zwei Regler sind abgebrochen, lassen sich aber mit Fingernagel oder spitzen Gegenstand gut bewegen.
Im Netz finden sich viele Videos und Informationen zu diesem String Ensemble.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Vintage 1970s ARP / Eminent Solina String Ensemble Synthesizer.
Description from vintagesynth.com: The Solina String Ensemble is often thought of as THE String Machine of the late 1970′s disco era. It’s a multi-orchestral machine with violin, viola, trumpet, horn, cello and contrabass. Instead of attack and decay there are crescendo and sustain controls (which sound more orchestral but are the same thing).
These were made in Holland by Eminent & badged with an ARP logo for the US.
This example has cosmetic issues (markings & chunks in case – see pics for details), but is fully functional and sounds great.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
” Up for bid is my arp string ensemble(SE-IV). Everything works 100% with the exception of the highest A. The actuator has slipped out of place, it’s not currently triggering. Other than that, all voices,crescendo,volume,bass,etc. work properly. Two of the red sliders were recently replaced with identical ones from vintage vibe. ” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“This is a Solina ARP SE-IV String Ensemble Synthesizer. Works. Cool vintage sounds. A knob and shaft from one of the sliders is missing but I can stick a guitar pick in the slot an move the slider 
One of the keys is riding higher than the others but all the keys function. ” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Nach langer Überlegung trenne ich mich schweren Herzens von meinem Solina String. Das Gerät funktioniert einwandfrei und hat lediglich die zu sehenden Gebrauchtspuren. Ich besitze das Gerät seit 1992, und es hat bei mir nie eine Bühne gesehen. Ist aber 3-5mal im Jahr gespielt worden.
Viele Klangbeispiele gibts bei ” you tube” und technische Details bei wikipidia oder amazona.
Das Teil wiegt fast 30kg, also besser abholen.
3 – 2 – 1 …..” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Billiger wirt´s nicht mehr….
Bitte kein PayPal aus Deutschland.
Angeboten wird hier wohl eines der seltensten Keyboards in Topzustand inklusiv Flightcase.
Unverbaut, ohne Modifikationen in originalem Zustand und ohne Beschädigungen.
Praktisch ist das ein String Ensemble mit integriertem ARP Explorer 1 die vielfältig kombiniert werden können.
Anschlüsse sind High und Low Out, Trigger Out und Gate Out und Anschlussmöglichkeiten für ein ( nur originales) Expressionpedal (nicht mit dabei).
Absolut selten, es wurden insgesammt nur 100 Stück produziert und man kann davon ausgehen, das heute nicht mehr alle vorhanden sind, daher auch eine gute Wertanlage.
J.M.Jarre (Oxygene) hatte eins.
Dieses ist aus zweiter ”Hand und wurde in der 17. Woche 1976 hergestellt.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Angeboten wird hier wohl eines der seltensten Keyboards der Welt in Topzustand inklusiv Flightcase.
Unverbaut, ohne Modifikationen in originalem Zustand und ohne Beschädigungen.
Praktisch ist das ein String Ensemble mit integriertem ARP Explorer 1 die vielfältig kombiniert werden können.
Anschlüsse sind High und Low Out, Trigger Out und Gate Out und Anschlussmöglichkeiten für ein ( nur originales) Expressionpedal (nicht mit dabei).
Absolut selten, es wurden insgesammt nur 100 Stück produziert und man kann davon ausgehen, das heute nicht mehr alle vorhanden sind, daher auch eine gute Wertanlage.
J.M.Jarre (Oxygene) hatte eins.
Dieses ist aus zweiter ”Hand und wurde in der 17. Woche 1976 hergestellt.
Leider Umständehalber zu vekaufen…
Gerne Abholung oder persönliche Lieferung gegen Benzinkosten, ansonsten Versand mit GLS innerhalb von Deutschland kostenfrei aber auf eigenes Risiko.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Sounds great!!
Needs some work…
Three keys DO NOT sound.
all C#’s (only the top C# works!)
Needs some TLC and cleaning up to get back to its original glory.
Cosmetically, there is a piece of the wood frame damaged under the front right.
The back has some wood problems as well.
Scratch on the top right.
It is missing one slider knob (slider functions properly)” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“This listing is for a vintage Solina Arp String Ensemble SE-IV synthesizer It has moderate scuffs and wear from use which are mostly on the top and sides. The seller decided to sell this unit from his collection and said it still seemed to work well when he tested it here with our amp although the “D” keys all sound about the same and he isn’t sure why. Due to the nature of vintage electronics, it’s being sold with no guarantees.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“The Arp Solina String Ensemble synthesizer. The same one used on all sorts of classic albums from The Cure to Gary Wright’s Dream Weaver. One of the keys isn’t working but still sounds great!” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Up for grabs is one of my two amazing Arp Solina String Machines.
Plug ins don’t come any where close to matching the incredible tone and chorus that these beauties produce! Or their ability to sit perfectly in any mix.
Unfortunately, I can no longer justify owning both and as I cant decide which one to keep and which to sell, I thought I’d give you the choice… The winner bidder can choose between either the Mk2 or the Mk4… See below for details:
Both are in 100% full, perfect working order (and have just been given the once over by the technical team at Air Studios, London)
The Mark 2 has a slightly tougher sound, plus has a switchable ON/OFF chorus button. It is in pretty good cosmetic condition for its age (it has a few scuffs / markings on the wood (especially on either end), although nothing more than you would expect from a 40 year old piece of vintage equipment).
The Mark 4 is ever so slightly mellower sonically and was previously owned by Zero 7. It is in virtually mint condition… It looks like it has just left the factory!
The Solina is a true, vintage classic as used by Air, The Eagles, Elton John, Pink Floyd, The Cure, Joy Division, OMD, Josh Wink, STYX, Tangerine Dream, Keane, Japan, and New Order and these particular ones have both been used on a number of hit records.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“The Arp Solina String Ensemble synthesizer. The same one used on all sorts of classic albums from The Cure to Gary Wright’s Dream Weaver. The cabinet is pretty beat up but still sounds amazing and has the modulation switch.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“You are bidding on a Vintage Early Solina Arp String Ensemble Analog Synthesizer. I have lots of photos below, so be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this page to take a better look. If you‘re looking at this listing then you‘re most probably already familiar with the amazing Solina String Ensemble, THE synth keyboard sound of the 1970‘s. Everyone from Elton John on A Funeral For A Friend, to Gary Wright on the mega-hit Dream Weaver, to the Theme from A Clockwork Orange, the Solina‘s haunting sound ruled the decade, and instantly triggers the memory banks as soon as the first key is hit. This particular example is a very early pre-Arp unit, marked “Solina String Ensemble”, and amazingly it’s in great working condition, with all the keys working, all the various sound selections selecting, and the sustain and other adjustments working as they should be. As with any vintage keyboard like this, the keyboard sounds like it could probably use a good internal cleaning and a going through by a competent technician, with some scratchyness and grumbling here and there, but nothing bad and certainly nothing that couldn‘t be taken care of with a thorough internal cleaning. There are two outputs on the back, with output “2” sounding better than output “1“, but both outputs are working. The keyboard shows plenty of cosmetic wear, with a bit of the bottom corner wood cracked, with a previous owner placing duct tape on the side over this area, but the keyboard is still very solid. Also, the small ID plaque that was on the back has come off and been lost. Still, a pretty darn nice example of a rare and historic keyboard. Please see my photos below to have a look at this nice item.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Up for grabs here is my amazing Solina String Machine made by Arp. (Full photos to follow shortly).
In full, perfect working order (has just been given the once over by the technical team at Air Studios, London) and in excellent cosmetic condition for its age (it has a few scuffs / markings on the wood, but nothing more than you would expect from a 40 year old piece of vintage equipment).
This is a true, vintage classic as used by Air, The Eagles, Elton John, Pink Floyd, The Cure, Joy Division, OMD, Josh Wink, STYX, Tangerine Dream, Keane, Japan, and New Order.
This particular one has been used on countless hit records and always fits perfectly in any mix.
Plug ins don’t come any where close to matching the amazing sounds and chorus that this beauty produces… I love them so much that I own two, but can no longer justify owning both.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Here we have my ARP SE-IV String Ensemble, a re-labelled Solina (you can even see the Solina badge under the ARP label!). If you’re looking at this you’ll doubtless know what it is, what it does, and why you already want one – THAT sound – so I won’t waffle on…
This example has been owned by me for the last 10 years. It is a US 110v model (transformer supplied). It is the only one I have ever seen in a Tolex-covered case, but this has been to such a high standard I can only assume it is factory original. Functionally it has no issues (occasionally bottom-C is a bit stiff, I suspect from lack of recent use, but that’s it). It was serviced a while back by Ron Lebar at Alphaentek/Hammondhire, at which point Ron replaced two missing slider caps. These have been removed (bizarrely) by my ex-wife… but are readily available from Vintage Vibe at $10 each – http://www.vintagevibe.com/p-510-arp-string-ensemble-knobs.aspx
Elsewhere, a couple of keys have light scratches/the odd chip (does anyone play anything fast on a Solina though??) and the panel legend has oxidised/faded (I’ve seen hardly any Solina’s where this hasn’t happened) but it’s such a simple instrument it hasn’t proved an issue for me, or, I suspect, the majority of other Solina owners. If you insist on perfection, however, custom synth can screenprint the panel – http://www.customsynth.co.uk/” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“If you want to hear what it sounds like check out this video http://youtu.be/u5OoDFD3ft4 video is not the one I’m selling but same model and sound” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“This is a classic ARP Solina String Ensemble SE-IV.
I bought this unit to fix and I replaced some of the bubbled capacitors but not all of them. There are another 30-50 that should be replaced. I don’t have time for this project anymore.
These synthesizers are unbelievable heavy so the shipping on this unit is high. I will allow local pickup.
It does not power up or make sound. All of the switch caps are original and intact. 4 or 5 keys need to be replaced. The top wood panel needs to be replaced. Once restored this unit can fetch up to $1,500.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“A real rarity here – a Solina String Ensemble (aka Arp Solina String Ensemble).
It’s in perfect working order and pretty good condition. A few corners dinged here and there and the Sustain Length knob is missing, but still operational if you get your fingernail into the groove.
If you’re looking at this you already know the history of these babies and they’ve been used on some classic recordings down the years right up to some fairly contemporary work with Portishead and Massive Attack.
It comes complete with its original, albeit very tatty, coffin case (still, it’s a nice feature to find for a synth of this age) and the original glass music stand in perfect condition.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“In good condition; shows definite signs of use but no abuse, works great!” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.
“Up for auction is a very nice ARP Solina SE-IV String Ensemble.
If you know the String Ensemble, then you truly understand how rare it has become to see one, especially this revision, in the kind of condition this one is in. All controls work great*, keys play very fluidly, sound is awesome and overall this unit is just phenomenal.
*The exceptions are that the Bass volume slider top broke off years ago (very common with these units) but the slider is still movable with something thin such as a screwdriver. This never bothered me at all as I’ve always left the Bass volume up and switched it on and off using the front panel Contra Bass and Cello switches which work brilliantly.
The Viola, Violin, Mod Defeat and Horn switches probably need of a bit of cleaning as they are a bit scratchy, but still function well.
Otherwise this unit has been pampered and kept covered when not in use in a smoke-free studio. Cosmetically there are some scratches, chips and cracks here and there as seen in the photos and some of the lettering and dark paneling appears to have rubbed off over the years by the previous owner – but again this is purely cosmetic and does not affect the functioning of the unit.
Service notes also included.” Auction ended. Click here to browse on eBay.