“This listing is for a Oberheim TVS-1 Two Voice SEM synthesizer.
The unit is in excellent cosmetic and 100% operational condition.
The item will be professionally packed and shipped.” Link
“This listing is for an Oberheim OB-1 vintage analog synthesizer. The unit is nice cosmetic condition. It needs some work, when you play a note, it endlessly sustains. As such, it is sold As Is, For Parts or Repairs.” Link
“Here for auction is an Oberheim Matrix-6 analog synthesizer (serial # 7622987)
in excellent and beautiful cosmetic and 100% functional condition.
(see pics)
Has the latest and last OS 2.13
All keys are even and smooth to the touch, no chips or cracks, and each trigger sound when depressed. All 6 voices are accounted for and calibrate in tune. All membrane keypad switches trigger function and led lights when activated. Display is bright and fully functional, no missing pixels. No chips, dents, or damage on chassis. ” Link
“Oberheim OB-8 analog synth – serial #C24918. Eight voice polyphony.
This keyboard is fully-functional, sounds fantastic, and is very lightly used. It is all factory with no modifications.
This video link is a demo of this actual keyboard showing all keys, lights, functions, and buttons in operation:
OB-8 Serial#C24918 Demo Video
The keyboard will be shipped in a Calzone brand, high-end rolling road case with new foam and red velvet lining. Excellent condition and looks really cool. [25" H x 45" L x 11" W].
The only thing I see about this keyboard that makes it not in fully new condition are a few light scratches on the top (See three bank photos [7-9] and photo of back [11]).
The keyboard is otherwise clean and shiny.
It was used by a friend’s uncle in a New York ballet company for some contemporary performances in the early 80s.
Following that, it sat in the case in a closet in his house for 20 years.
I bought it and it has sat covered in my studio for eight years with very occasional use at home. (I do not smoke.)
I am not a keyboard expert. I bought it because I think it sounds really cool but I don’t know all of the options it has.
I hope the pictures and demo video answer any questions, and I’m happy to answer anything I can.
I know that everything works, it makes a ton of fat analog sounds that can be altered in infinite ways, and it saves presets.” Link
“Up for sale here is an Oberheim Matrix 6r.
The synthesizer is in full working condition. I sounds amazing! I’ve some some work on the unit including recapping the power supply and cleaning the filter chips. The battery tests at full charge and buttons and ports work fine. Physically the unit is a 7/10 with some rack rash. One rack ear was bent when I bought the synth years ago. I bent it back and it sits in rack perfectly. Power cable is included, of course.” Link
“This is the grandaddy of all analog polyphonic synthesizers. Nothing sounds as warm and fat as this guy is! I am the original owner purchasing this synth new in 1978. I have always taken good care of it and it has been recently calibrated and given a once over and clean bill of health by the only technician who has maintained it for the last 34 years. It works perfectly and sounds awesome! The case has some minor scuffs but otherwise this is in great shape. You can see in the last photo I still have the original owner’s manual, and the cassette with factory presets that came with the synth as well. Its been sitting in a non-smoking environment and is ready to make you smile every time you play it.” Link
“Fully Functional, with No issues. This Synth is in Excellent Condition and has been well cared for. This was previously owned and maintained (see picture of service log) by Funk music producer Peter Brown” Link
“You don’t see one of these very often. A gorgeous Oberheim already loaded with it’s highly coveted sequencer.” Link
“This is the vintage ‘Matrix-6R’ model synth from “Oberheim”. The unit powers right on and goes thru all of the controls as it should, and I really do not have a way to fully test the unit, and it is sold as is. It is in very nice condition, with a few small scratches on the back corners and light type finish wear on the top, and the sides have a few small scratches. The front display is excellent, with no scratches, and the edges are nice and clean all around. The rack holes have no wear on them. I have taken a number of photosMeasures 19″ by 12″, and stands 5″ high.” Link
“This listing is for an Oberheim Matrix 12 with output expansion. The unit is 100% functional and aside from a few minor blemishes it is in nice cosmetic shape as well. It will come exactly as shown below in the pics so take a peek. ” Link
“This listing is for a Oberheim TVS-1 Two Voice SEM synthesizer.
The unit is in excellent cosmetic and 100% operational condition. ” Link
“Used Oberheim Perf/x Strummer
with power supply and original box” Link
“This unit does not power up. I do not know why or the history of this synth, so please bid accordingly.” Link
“Oberheim DX Drum Machine w/ Electrongate MIDI upgrade
Working but has some issues:
1. The memory becomes corrupted every few times the unit is powered up. Sometimes it doesn’t happen for weeks, sometimes it will happen every power-up. When it does happen, you are prompted to reset the memory. This clears settings, patterns, etc and then the machine functions normally until the next occurrence of the problem. For whatever it’s worth, this problem did not occur before the MIDI upgrade was installed
2. The TOMS channel has a hum. It won’t be heard when the volume fader for that channel is turned down. It’s not particularly loud but is noticeable.
Otherwise it seems to be in fine condition as you can see from the photos. Has all of the original sound ROMs as far as I can tell. The MIDI input/output as well as MIDI sync work well. This particular DX could be very useful to someone looking to use it as a MIDI module
A paper DX manual is included and I believe there is a manual for the MIDI upgrade online. There is a cheat-sheet sticker on the top of the unit (see pics) that explains what menu options correspond to MIDI functions” Link
“This classic Oberheim OB-1 analog mono synthesizer has been cleaned up and checked out by an electronics shop. All the circuits match the schematic settings. The internal battery has been replaced with a new one. It has however lost its voices and will require someone with the right equipment to reinstall them before it will play. ” Link
“Verkaufe meinen Oberheim SEM Modular in technisch voll funktionsfähigem und optisch einwandfreiem Zustand. Das Gerät ist absolut professionell gebaut und beinhaltet 2 SEM Module (die Originale), den Sequencer, sowie Erweiterungen wie z.B. 2 zusätzliche LFO, 2 Ringmodulatoren und zahllose Patchpoints auf 6,3 Klinke. Meines Wissens ist das Gerät ein Unikat.
Das Gerät kann bei Kauf gerne in Köln abgeholt werden; auf Wunsch ist selbstverständlich auch versicherter Versand möglich.” Link
“This auction is for:
Oberheim Matrix 6R rackmount Synth
This synth works great and is an amazing analog synth that has thousands of programming options to shape your own sounds. It is very rare to have an ANALOG RACKMOUNT that is this powerful. It has an amazing sound and tone and endless modulation options. I recently purchased an Oberhiem XPANDER and I was shocked at how close they sound. Having both in my studio is overkill so thats why I am selling.
In this auction you get:
1. The Matrix 6R
2. Power cord
3. Owners Manual
4. EXTREMELY RARE After market “how-to” manual “Getting the most out of your Matrix 6R” I CANNOT TELL YOU HOW VALUABLE this book is…It truly walks you thru how to program this machine. It really takes your programming to the next level and makes using this machine fun. You will be glad you have it and it will make it so you have incredible sounds that you did not think were capable. I wish I had this book years ago.
5. Tons of sysex patches ALL 1000 of the Matrix1000 patches and many more. If you dont feel like programming the synth you can just dump these in and go to work or you can piggyback your programming off of these patches.
All of these extras will get things going right away for you on the Matrix 6R whether you are a complete beginner or a seasoned veteran.” Link
“I’m selling my Oberheim OB-8 keyboard in VERY VERY good condition It comes with ATA hard case and the user manual, It is in very good shape and all the keys are working” Link
“Oberheim Matrix 6 Rack very good condition
This Matrix 6 has been used about 100 hours. It is 100% working order. Kept in a smokeless studio. Note I have a Matrix 12 and compared it… does come very close. Warm thick lush pads.” Link
“hI selling my oberheim matrix white face “rare” i don’t use it anymore it has some little rack marks but it works fine and comes with the original manual, it
doesn’t have the orginal power supply but i have one with it.” Link
“as I can see It’s 220v version so I can’t power it up I have only 110v.
is in good condition has 5 voice cards and I also have more pics. of this synth.
comes from smoke-free christian church studio, that’s all I can say about this item.” Link
“For sale this vintage Oberheim Matrix 1000 in normal working condition.
It has some scratches.” Link
“Vintage OBXa with 8 voices. All voices work but one has issues with 2nd voice..does work on most patches.Power supply has new caps and electronics are hum free. Original 32 patches are there. There is no Midi……There are 4 or 5 keys that the contact wire needs to be replaced..an easy fix..Pratt & Reed keyboard. Unit is a 9 on condition with little signs of use. This is a nice synth to restore ..worth $$$$” Link
“OBERHEIM OB 8 MIDI SUPER ZUSTAND –TECHNISCH EINWANDFREI — ( kein garantie und ruckgabe) Versand Frei (EU) ONLY” Link
“This Oberheim Matrix 1000 is in good condition and delivers the outstanding Oberheim sound. In this market I hate to give it up but I am not using it right now. Easy to work lots of great sounds.” Link
“It’s in excellent working condition. In use until the auction is over. Never any problems. Was gone over and tweaked to its original glory by Phil Cirocco when I first purchased this beast. Just a couple of scratches on the front edge which were there before I owned it. Previous owner used black marker to make it barely visible.” Link
“This Matrix-12 is in great shape for a used item of its age. It’s been thoroughly tested and is in excellent working order – all voices tune properly and pass all the internal tests as seen in the pictures. All encoders work reliably, all buttons work, all LED segments work well! We did not test the tape in and outs but see no reason for them not to work. Patches can be saved and transmitted via MIDI as well.
Cosmetics are very good. There are some light scuffs as you might expect on a vintage synth almost 30 years old – take a look at the photos and you’ll see it looks great.
The sound is INCREDIBLE….. Very warm and inspiring to play!” Link
“You are bidding on an
You are bidding on an Oberheim Drummer in excellent cosmetic and functional condition
(see pics)
Includes power supply and copy of original manual.” Link
” Sie bieten auf einen Oberheim Matrix 6 R (19″ Rackversion) Analog Synthesizer der Klassiker Top
You bid on a Oberheim Matrix 6 R Analog Synthesizer Top Condition.
–> mit Software, Zubehör und einer Patch Libary
–> with Software, Accessories and Patch Libary
Das Gerät wurde nur in einem Nichtraucherstudio verwendet und nie für Live Auftritte benutzt und hat dem alter entsprechned normale Gebrauchsspuren, wirklich sehr schön Top.
Ich verkaufe das Gerät da ich mein Studioprojekt abgeschlossen habe und leider nicht mehr soviel Platz habe.
Das Gerät wurde von mir auf alle seine Funktion überprüft und ist voll funktionsfähig.” Link
” Oberheim ob-sx for sale here today. This unit is in nice condition cosmetically, a few scuffs and nicks, nothing major at all. Some of the keys are a bit out of alignment, but easily fixed. The main problem is the power supply needs rebuilt. The unit was fine, then one day started blowing fuses. I have an Xpander and Obxa so i wont need this unit. If you want the vintage Oberheim sound for a good bargain buy this unit and have it serviced. Average cost for rebuild is around 250.00, so i am offering the synthesizer at a great price. The last unit i saw on ebay was around 2000.00, so this is a good deal accordingly..” Link
“I recently sold one of these here in my ebay store, and now here is another one – basically identical. It is a USA made one, and has all been tested, and serviced, works 100% fine. This has come from a music store in Tokyo, and has been fully inspected and reconditioned by their tech.” Link
“This listing is for an Oberheim Xpander analog synthesizer. The unit is is in excellent cosmetic condition and fully functional. One minor ding in the left wood end. All voices tune. Include voltage control converter mod.” Link
“OBERHEIM OB-8 Analog Synthesizer in good working condition there are a few scratches from normal uses. There is a problem with 4 keys 2 of them do not work at all and the other 2 respond very slow those keys are shown in the 6th and 7th picture and are marked with blue tape. Besides the 4 keys everything else works good. Comes with power cord.” Link
“Powerhouse analog synth from the early 80s.120 voice, pre MIDI. Slight round cosmetic blemish upper right hand face .Otherwise very clean. Eddie Van Halen used this bruiser for the classic sound in ‘Jump’.” Link
“Up for auction is a VINTAGE OBERHEIM ELECTRONICS MODEL FVS-1 FOUR VOICE ANALOG SYNTHESIZER .This item is in excellent working condition.Storage case is rough and has issues with latches,handles and tolex as shown in pics,but is sturdy otherwise.Unit has seen VERY little use.Comes exactly as shown with power cord.It is surplus from a downsizing of the owners recording studio.Please see pictures and email any questions.
You probably know what this classic synth is all about and sounds like. These don’t come around very often but this one is in great working and cosmetic condition and as fat as they come. It’s actually 4 independent Oberheim SEMs – each of which can be programmed completely separately from the rest. – in a polyphonic set up This one has a programmer, works fine, and stays in tune very well . Pretty near as good a Oberheim 4 voice as you are going to find.” Link
“Up for auction is a Vintage Oberheim DX Programmable, Digital Drum Machine in good, full working condition (D41721) There are 18 clear sounds and all of them work, no scratchy noise, and the volume faders work with no problems at all and the overall performance is 100%. This unit comes without the power cord, unless I can find it of course. All of the switches work, but one of the switches on the back, has part of it missing, but you can still switch it on and off, to replace it, it’s a standard .75 plastic replacement part and all you need is a screwdriver, I would do it, but my daughter is ill and I just don’t have the time. I also can provide you with a PDF version of the copied manual. ” Link
“Up for sale is my Oberheim OBXa synthesizer with 8 voices and 120 programs. This is a later serial number OBXa, so the full 8 voices and extra patch memory were installed at the Oberheim factory in 1982. This synth was recapped about 5 years ago, and the battery was replaced today. Cosmetically, it’s in decent cosmetic shape, but there are a few scratches here and there on the surface, as well as some tape residue on the right side that was from a previous owner, who was Danny Elfman (not terribly relevant, but I think it’s cool to know the history of a piece of gear!) Functionally, it takes awhile to tune up using the auto tune function (as do ALL OB-Xa’s, from what I understand) and the keys could definitely use new bushings, as a few stick and double trigger. These are VERY minor issues that arise with ALL analog poly synths (especially Oberheims) and even a tech with very limited knowledge could fix them. ” Link
“Welcome bidders, you are bidding on a great classic piece! This is the Oberheim OB-8 Synthesizer. Serial #: C31709. Most of you are probably already very familiar with this. For those not yet initiated- I promise you have heard this synth before. Hitting the streets in the early 80′s, the OB-8 became the main synth for pretty much every big name on the scene- from Rush to McCartney to the Thompson Twins to The Police. Van Halen frequently discusses how the OB-8 was his main synth for VH’s keyboard-driven songs- including the synth-based ’1984′. Those classic 80′s synth tones you hear in your head were probably performed on an OB-8. Featuring 61 keys, 8 voice polyphony, 2 VCO’s per voice, and 2 or 4 pole VCF filter, 8 voice panner, and an 8 note arpeggiator- there are very few sounds out of the OB-8′s reach. The sections are very nicely separated- Modulators, Oscillators, Filter, & Envelopes- making for a very intuitive layout. For the ultimate in programming, pressing the Page 2 button assigns new values to the existing controls- this lets you control your tone down to the letter. Just an incredible synth. This OB-8 is in excellent condition. Just came back from a full professional go-over with a clean bill of health- works perfectly. This is your chance to get your hands on one of the most important synths of the 80′s- the Oberheim OB-8. I have posted two links below- these aren’t our vids, but they offer a pretty good overview of the OB-8 tones. This is a no reserve auction. Don’t pass this by!” Link
“The Oberheim OB-Xk is a MIDI keyboard controller from the mid-eighties. I got this a while back but never used it so it needs to go.” Link
“This is a nonfunctional but good condition Oberheim Matrix 6R synthesizer. We aren’t sure what the problem is–everything appears to be fine, MIDI seems to receive OK… but no audio comes out. You may want this machine for parts to build one good unit out of two, or perhaps you know a tech who can fix these old synths. We talked to Jun at Main Drag Music in New York, and he can repair and service this type of equipment. To be clear, this unit is being sold AS IS for parts or repair.” Link
“For sale is a Oberheim OB-8 w/DSX Sequencer and OB-Expression Pedal. The OB-8 is in great condition and all 8 voices tune up nice. The Sequencer is a perfect match and works well with the OB-8. And an Oberheim Expression Pedal that can be used as a volume or filter sweep pedal. This is a great system. It does have the factory midi installed as well as the proprietary Oberheim Interface. I’ll enclose both owner’s and service manuals. Also, with the system is a 25 pin interface cable for the OB-8 and DSX Sequencer. And lastly, both power cords. Note: this is a package deal, I’ will not break up system for individual sale. This is the only pic as it is in my studio rack setup for playing. Owner pays shipping and handling. Happy Bidding! Note, there is a little scratch below the lower keys. This was from the road case buckle over the years” Link
“Very rare collectors item. Huge basses and leads as well as other classic synthesizer sounds. In excellent shape, used exclusively in smoke free studio by one owner. The scratches on side panel are only cosmetic and in no way effects the sound quality. Don’t let this opportunity to own the real deal pass you by! ” Link
“I bought this OB-12 used several years ago. It had a broken key and two missing buttons, but the operating system and audio were fine. Shortly after purchasing it I had the synth serviced to fix these issues. The only cosmetic issue now is that the new key is a slightly brighter white than the old ones (see pictures). This is barely noticeable from a distance and the synth looks and sounds great otherwise.
I never had the original manual but I printed out a PDF version in a binder which is included in the auction. The power cord is also included.” Link
“This Oberheim Xpander synthesizer is in EXCELLENT physical condition and perfect working condition,
all pictures displayed are of the actual synthesizer being offered. All 6 rotary encoders work perfectly without any problems. No sticky buttons here…All 6 voices tune perfectly. All the the LED lights and the three LED screens are nice and bright with no bad lights. Check out the detailed inside pictures of the power supply, circuits and screws. They don’t get any cleaner than this! No repair or service ever done on this Xpander nor is any repair needed… Carefully look over the exterior screws and how clean they are. These are the original wooden end cheeks. No damage here…. ” Link
“Hallo,
hier kommt ein wirklich seltenes Exemplar der Gattung Vintage Synthesizer zur Versteigerung. Ich biete einen Oberheim OB-Xa mit Midi-Schnittstelle und einigen weiteren Extras an. Er hat 8 Stimmen und 120 Programme. Die Seriennummer lautet 821210.
Das Instrument habe ich vor rund 10 Jahren geschenkt bekommen und, da ich eigentlich Gitarrist bin, seit dem nicht häufig benutzt. Erst im Zuge dieser Auktion habe mich etwas intensiver damit beschäftigt und ich muss sagen, dass die Sounds, die der Synthesizer produziert, echt beeindruckend sind.
Soweit ich weiß, war der Oberheim früher in einem professionellen Tonstudio im Einsatz, was auch die beiden nachträglich eingebauten Features erklären würde. Zum einen verfügt er über zwei XLR-Ausgänge und zum anderen gibt es auf der Rückseite 16 Miniklinke-Buchsen, deren Funktion mir allerdings nicht bekannt ist. Ich könnte mir vorstellen, dass so die einzelnen Midi-Spuren nach GM-Standard abgenommen werden können (bitte nicht lachen, falls das völliger Blödsinn ist … ich bin wie gesagt eigentlich Gitarrist 
). Diese Features sind meiner Meinung nach fachmännisch eingebaut worden und zumindest die XLR-Ausgänge funktionieren einwandfrei.” Link
“Up for bid is the Vintage OBERHEIM OB-1 MONOPHONIC Analog Synthesizer. SELLING AS IS FOR PARTS OR REPAIR. Here’s the issue according to my tech: Turns ON but keyboard doesn’t track & stays out of tune.Due to its current state, there is no guarantee that the description is 100% accurate.
This keyboard has been stored for a while. What separate this unit from other OB-1 is it has a program selector switch knob so it holds 48 programs. Stock OB-1 only has 8 program memories. The original owner is the keyboard player for Huey Lewis & the News. The program selector knob is installed by the Oberheim factory. Minor marks/scratches but overall the cosmetic condition is very good. ” Link
“The item isn’t flawless looking, but they’re hi res pictures, the flash made it look funky, for a unit that’s nearly 25 years old, it’s in great shape – I’ve had it this one for about 10 years, never any problems, ever. No returns. The unit will come professionally shipped in two boxes by a real music store with a 100% rating.” Link
“Oberheim Matrix 6r Analog Synth – this is the Rack mount version and may be used tabletop (as I did) or with rack ears (included and shown in the 6th picture below). There are 6 felt pads attached with adhesive to the bottom which can be easily knocked off if rack mounting is desired. I played this from a Novation SL II controller and can tell you that the combination, especially the responsiveness of aftertouch is terrific.
Also includes a CD with all 1100 Matrix 6/6r/1000 patches and pdfs of the manual for the Matrix 6 synth and a Patch list (shown in last pic).
Comes loaded with the “best of” patches installed (see right hand of the screen shot) for a great selection of Brass, Bass, Lead, Pads, etc.
I recently purchased a Matrix 6 Keyboard which uses the identical sound engine and interface, but in a 61 key format so I am selling this module (otherwise I would keep it). It has worked perfectly for me and is in very good condition as shown with just a few light scratches which are primarily on the top edge and on the rack ears.
The silkscreened parameter list is in perfect shape (as shown in the first picture). These are often scratched up.
Comes with the CD and power cord.” Link
“Beim DSX handelt sich um einen Sequencer, der seinerzeit speziell für den Verbund OB-X / OB-Xa / OB8 / OB-SX / DMX auf den Markt (1982) gebracht wurde. Das Gerät wird an das spezielle Com-puter-Interface der Oberheim Synths angeschlossen und ist nicht midi-fähig. Es ist dann in der Lage, 8-stimmige Sequenzen und Programm-Changes in real-time auf zu zeichnen und wieder zu geben, bis zu 6000 Noten.” Link
“You are bidding on Oberheim Matrix 6 Electric 61 Key Synthesizer Keyboard in good pre-owned condition. The item has been tested and shows heavy signs of use. Some keys are worn and have marks, but all keys are responsive and pop up right away.” Link