“Note: In some of the units modules the small battery is low and would need replaced. This is not expensive and they last for years.” Link
“For auction is one tx-816. It contains 8 tf1′s. Each tf just had the battery replaced and the 2 100uf caps replaced as a proactive action. All are fully functional.
Cosmetically, i will let you judge by the pics. The face looks good except the stickers but i will let the new owner decide about those. No rack rash. A few scraps to the top and sides.” Link
“Karosserie hat keine beschädigungen – technisch OK !
braucht neue batterien !” Link
“Up for sale is a Yamaha TX816 Chassis that’s been tested with up to 8 modules and works. Included are slot covers as shown, and 6 on the back. The case shows wear, and the slot covers do need cleaning, but what’s important is, it powers up the TF1′s as it should.” Link
“Sie bieten hier auf einen Yamaha TX816 Digital Vitage Synthesizer.
Er beinhaltet 8x DX7 der ersten Generation. Für alle Liebhaber vom DX7 Sound, der unglaublich dichte Sounds generiert.
Er besitzt 8×6 Operatoren und 128 Stimmen im ganzen. So etwas bekommt kein PlugIn hin und dann noch der 12 bit Digital Sound.
Also nicht lange warten und auf eines der letzten Geräte bieten.
Der Zustand ist ok aber mit Gebrauchspuren. Wenn er im Rack montiert ist sieht er super aus. Das Gehäuse ist an vielen Stellen verkratzt.” Link
“This TX816 is in good used condition and works fine, it was checked yesterday .
These modules are now classics and highly sought after and there are not many available .
The one shown in the photograph is the actual unit .
The module has the usual signs of being used but has spent its last years in a stable environment of a project studio which is now no more.
The unit needs a good home and anyone looking and interested in this type of synth Knows what the unit does.” Link
“Up for bid is a DEFECTIVE Yamaha TX-816 midi module rack which holds up to 8 TF1 modules. The TF1 modules are not included. The TF1 modules are sold occasionally on EBAY for $50 – $100 each. When I plug it in the front lights will dim down and out as if it was off. I’m selling it as is for parts or repair, no devolution. ” Link
“The batteries will need to be replaced. I will do this for $85 or you can for cheaper. Other than that, everything works. It comes with 5 audio cables. You will need 8 midi cables and 3 more audio cables.” Link
“Great used synthesizer. In great working condition with only minor rack rash. Still a cool studio tool for anyone using midi.” Link
“Unit is in good working condition. Some scratches from placing and removing from racks.” Link
“Here we have my Yamaha TX816…never abused, clean and in a SKB rack. (also included) Just serviced by Abelle Audio in Columbus, Ohio. I am including 1 midi cable, SKB rack (minus the front and back panels) and a cd with a truckload of DX7 patches to load into the TX816. I was in the process of loading different sounds when I decided to let her go…so you will have to listen through the cd to load the sounds you like. The cd includes the original patches and allot of NEW “Phat” and “warm” patches created by some of the best engineers and musicians on this planet. I’m an accredited producer and I absolutely urge you to do some research on this machine and you’ll love it as I do. Every year I clean out the studio in order to change my setup/sound so that I can continue to hear new music…you will not be disappointed. This is a used item and should be understood as such. ” Link
“Modules working perfectly, stickers are for our internal coding, easily removed, The rack will not be included” Link
“THIS IS IT! The beast of all FM Digital sound sources! Production of these units were at its height in the early 1980′s but this unit still sets the bar for the classic DX7 FM Digital sound.
I am the original owner of this unit. I bought directly from the Yamaha rep and it was brand new. It has been used in my smoke-free home studio and has been pampered. It is an GREAT shape! It is fully functional at the time of this auction
I am including the original manual as well as an 8 connector TRS cable. You will need this cable since this unit has NO 1/4 connections.” Link
“Flagship modular DX7, the best characterful sounding Mk1, 8x DX7 in a box – tour de force of sound. Similar sounding to the improved DX5/ DX1. Excellent condition fully working. Also selling DX7 separately which is the ideal partner for programming and uploading sounds into TX816. ” Link
“For sale is a Yamaha TX816 rackmount synthesizer w/ 8xTF-1 FM modules. Each modules operates as an independent unit, so this is like having 8 DX7 sythns in your rack. Item comes with rack ears and the plastic feet for sitting the unit on a desk. The unit is in excellent condition except from some scratches on top (see pics) from equipment that was mounted above it. The unit powers on and the cards all light up, but no other testing was done as I don’t have the equipment.” Link
‘Yamaha TX816 FM Synth rack. For those dont know, this is a rack module equivalent to 8 Yamaha DX7s. This is classic 80s Vintage synths. It works completely. But it is old from the 80s so there are scratches. If you know and love the DX7 this is FM synthesis at its best. I am only selling it cause I have another. I was 80s happy” Link
“This is the classic big rack of eight DX7 synthesizers in one unit. A 19′ rack MIDI format. The classic FM synth for stacking lush keyboard sounds, slightly detuned or layered with similar tones for the thickest sound. I don’t know how to work all of it, no manual, but there is a pull-down sheet of main instructions built into the unit with all the major functions. It’s been tested to function with each unit playing sound normally, beyond that I don’t know how to use it! There are some visible scratches in the chassis, but nothing major.” Link
“Very nice shape, all modules working,” Link
“This unit is in used condition and has scratches on all sides, it is in fully functioning order. The power cable is a bit mangy looking too.You are NOT buying something new and should expect the ageing that this implies, this TX816 is a rare creature indeed and has a fantastic sound! Not for the faint hearted 
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“In the early eighties these sold for anywhere between $4,000 to $5,000 with 8 modules installed. I paid about $4,300. I am the original owner, this unit is in great shape. I just checked it out, it has been sitting in a corner of my studio for some time. Modules 4,6,7,and 8 work perfectly. The others respond, but probably need new batteries then sounds installed. There are many kits available to reinstall factory sounds on these. I have not found the manual yet, but these are available online as well. This is an honest description, I am selling as is. These are very fat sounding live when the sounds are combined, and great still for sequencing!” Link
“Up for bid is a classic Yamha TX816 rack system with all 8 TF1 modules. Basically 8 dx7 voices in a single rack! Each TF1 module consists of a 16-voice, 6-operator digital FM synth engine. So a complete TX816 with all eight TF1 modules would offer up to 128 voices and 48 operators! Each TF1 also features an indepednent audio out (XLR) and MIDI I/O for a total of eight audio outputs and MIDI I/O’s. It also has one global MIDI in/out port with 8-part multitimbrality, but no common stereo or mix output.
Item has been tested and is in working condition – the photos indicate some rack rash but this does not affect the units functionality.” Link
“”YAMAHA TX816″ gemeinsam mit einem “Roland Line Mixer SMX 880″
Der Yamaha TX 816 ist eigentlich kein einzelner Synthesizer, sondern er ist ein Rack, das mit insgesamt 8 “TF-1″ Modulen ausgestattet ist. Jedes einzelne Modul verfügt über einen 16 Stimmen oscelator. Auf jedem Modul findet sich die gesamte Elektronik eines Yamaha DX 7 wieder, wobei das Rack die Stromversorgung und MIDI-Koordination der Module übernimmt. Man hat hier also quasi 8 Synthesizer in einem Gerät!
Baujahr: 1984/85
Roland SMX 880:
8 Stereo TRS inputs -10/+4
Stereo out Balanced or Un-balanced
Headphone out w/ volume
Baujahr: 1980
Beides absolut funktionsfähig und eingbaut im Rack, bis auf ein paar kratzer wie neu. Wie am Bild ersichtlich. (Der Powerknopf des TX816 geht ab aber er lässt sich problemlos ein und aus schalten” Link
“This rack have fully loaded . All module in perfect working order . Hard to find one like this …” Link
“This is a Yamaha TX816 FM Synthesizer Module that has all 8 T1 cards installed. This item was obtained from the estate sale of Isaac Hayes and came from home studio.
This item is in great condition and was professionally used and
housed (pulled from rack mount).
There are some scratches on the top. The mounting holes have the usual expected wear from being rack mounted. The MIDI input and outputs each have a small color banded sticker of some kind over them. The unit powers up fine and performs self tests on all cards. All lights on each card come on, then off. No error lights remain on. Batteries appear fine according to self test, but I cannot say for sure you will not have to replace any of them.” Link
“Biete YAMAHA TX 816 bestückt mit 6 Modulen TF1 = 6 x Yamaha DX7 Synthesizer im 19″ Rack
= 6 x 16 Stimmen = 96 Stimmen Polyphonie
Yamaha FM -Synthese Rack-Workstation
Vom Fachtechniker komplett geprüft !,bei weiteren Fragen bitte E-mail,viel Glück beim Bieten.
The TX 816 is a DX FM Synthesis Rack Workstation.This Rack has 6 x Yamaha DX7 TF1 Sound Modules,each Module consists of 16 voice = 96 Voices = 6 x Yamaha DX7 Synthesizer in a 19″Rack ,recently serviced !!!!!!!,” Link
“Sie bieten hier auf ein Soundmonster 8x Yamaha DX7 im Rackformat !!!
Das Gerät bietet für jedes Modul getrennt Midi und Audio Out
–> 8x Midi In + Thru auf der Rückseite
Midi Trio auf der Vorderseite.
Die FM Sounds des DX7 / TX816 sind auch heute noch sehr frisch und kaum zu toppen.
Von Analog bis Digital kann dieser einmalige Synth jeden erdenklichen Sound produzieren.
Bei Modul 8 kommt leider kein Sound raus (eventuell nur die Speicherbatterie defekt), Anzeige auf der Front vorhanden.
Viel Spass beim Bieten !” Link
“Up for sale is a vintage Yamaha TX816 synthesizer with all 8 TF1 modules.
Item was recently professionally serviced, where all 8 batteries were replaced, and each board and the power supply was recapped with exact replacement parts ordered from Yamaha. This unit should hold up very well for years to come. ” Link
“Up for Bid is a Yamaha TX816 Midi Rack TF1 Modules Synthesizer!
This unit is in good physical condition with normal signs of use and in good working order.
Sale includes the unit exactly as shown in the pictures.” Link
“Yamaha TF1 Tone Generating Module
This is an FM Tone Generator module for use in a Yamaha MRF8 MIDI Rack Frame (called a TX816 for a rack filled with 8 TF1′s, a TX216 for a rack with 2 TF1′s).
Note: This auction is for 1 TF1 module. You must have a rack frame to be able to use this module.
All modules that i sell are used but fully functional and in fair-to-good cosmetic condition (some small smudges or scratches may be visible). In fact, i install a backup battery clip and a new backup battery in each one!” Link
“The TX816 consists of (8) TF-1 modules in one 8-Slot Rack system unit. One TF-1 is like having a DX7 or TX7 Synth module and is 100% compatible with the DX7. So, it’s like having 8 DX-7′s in one box. At the front of the TF-1′s are 4 buttons. It’s recommended to edit with an edit program in a computer, but you can also edit TX816 with a DX7 and the parameters there. Functions such MIDI, etc. can be programmed from each TF1.
Each FM voice is created by setting the value of 145 Editing parameters and 25 Function parameters. Multiply that by 8 = 1160 Editing Parameters and 200 Function parameters. That’s a lot.
At the rear of each TF1 is a MIDI in and MIDI out socket and a XLR audio output. At the front is a common MIDI in and MIDI out for all 8 modules, so to run in unison, you don’t need a lot of MIDI cables.” Link
“You are bidding on 1 yamaha TX816 + 8 TF1 modules. Good working and cosmetic condition.” Link
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Der Yamaha TX-816 ist ein Super-Synthesizer aus sechs einzelnen Soundmodulen, jedes davon ein kompletter DX-7. Diese können völlig getrennt angesteuert oder auch als ein einziges Mega-Instrument gespielt werden. Die Sounds sind atemberaubend, Bläser und Streicher erzeugen Gänsehaut…!
2 Module sind nicht gefüllt, könnten aber bei Bedarf erweitert werden, wenn man diese Module einzeln via ebay verkauft…
Das Gerät ist äußerst selten durch die FM-Synthese aber absolut modern und auch praktisch zu bedienen.
Da im Internet Millionen von FM-Sounds frei downloadbar sind und diese via Midi problemlos in die Module geladen werden können, kann man wirklich unglaubliche Sounds finden oder selbst basteln.
Das Instrument war und ist vielleicht noch heute die geballteste Power an Klangerzeugung, die man je in ein 19-Zoll Rack gepackt hat. Damals unbezahlbar (ca. 22.000,- DM) blieb es nur großen Studios oder Musikern wie zB. Chick Corea vorbehalten. Da jedes Modul ein kompletter DX-7 Synthesizer ist (voll kompatibel zu der gigantischen Soundbibliothek) ist diese Mammut-Maschine ein Kult auch bei Komponisten elektronischer Musik.
JEDES der einzelnen Module, ist voll 16-stimmig polyphon, kann auf beliebigem MIDI-Kanal empfangen und hat alle Features eines DX-7, inkl. experimenteller Micro-Stimmung der Operatoren.
Bilder und exakte Spezifikationen bitte im Web suchen, Fotos des hier angebotenen Instruments auf Anfrage.” Link
“fatten up your dx7 or any other synthesizer. use all at once or one at a time. it’s fully functional. all back-up batteries are good. i’ve been using this (along with another in a different auction) for about 4 or 5 years. built like russian tanks. workhorse of the 80′s and still popular and going strong. built like fender amps, to last forever. i’m getting out of the keyboard playing business. everything works. a few scratches, it’s been around for about 25 years” Link
“THIS SYNTH IS IN GOOD CONDITION FOR ITS AGE. IT IS ROCK SOLID AND BUILT LIKE A TANK.
ALL TF1 MODULES WORK AND BATTERY’S ARE GOOD.” Link
“Expand your Yamaha TX816 synth! Here is a single TF1 module, intended to be installed into a TX816 (or TX216) rack which can hold up to eight of these. I pulled this out of a synth with a broken power supply. I tested it in a different synth, and found it to work perfectly.
I have installed a fresh new battery! (I also cleaned up the horrible soldering job the previous owner did…) No need to worry about replacing it any time soon!
Obviously, this module does nothing on its own and requires that you have a Yamaha TX816 or TX216 synth with at least one empty module slot, and that you know how to use the synth. That being said, enjoy! Because these are getting hard to find, I will ship it carefully inside an anti-static protective bag, and with insurance.” Link
“I am selling two modules from the Yamaha tx816 or tx216 midi unit, there are two listed, price is for each one TF1, and I am selling a total of two. Batteries are good as shown in picture. Loaded with sounds. Rack is not included. Work great., I sold 4 a year ago and kept the best of course.” Link
“YAMAHA TX816 MIDI FM SYNTH MODULE. Has the power of 8 DX-7 FM Synths in one rack. Has all new batteries (8) installed. 8 individually assignable MIDI input/outputs as well as 1 common input/output. 8 individual audio outputs. Uses all DX-7 Librarians for programming or can be used with DX-7 as programmer. Makes really fat/huge sounding textures. ” Link
“Up for sale here is a slightly used Yamaha TX 816 Rack Mount FM Synth Module. This complete kit includes the original manual, and all the original performance notes and additional documentation. It is in excellent working condition, and all it needs is your personal sound banks to be programmed into this powerhouse rack of eight DX 7′s! There is very little show of wear, and the module was very well taken care of” Link
“aus sammlungsauflösung meines vaters. stand 15 jahre im schrank. gut erhalten. parameter-folie erhalten. US modell mit passendem strom adapter. getestet, jedes modul spielt, aber teilweise kommt nur digitaler nonsens raus, also kein schöner sound. nehme an, dass diese speicherbatterien neu müssen. kenne mich weiter nicht aus. keine bedienungsanleitung. alle taster und led funktionieren. gehäuse hat ein paar schrammen, aber für so einen alten synthi, der ja auch mal live transportiert wurde ein wirklich guter zustand” Link
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The TX816 is a 4 unit high rack which houses a power supply and eight TF1 modules. Each module IS an independent DX7 with 16 note polyphony.
This means that you have the possiblity of 128 note poly, and eight part multitimbrality.
Each module has it’s own midi in/out socket and XLR audio output. There is no stereo master output, so you’ll have to think seriously as to whether this synth is for you.
The sounds are glorious when layered. Yamaha provided factory patches which showed of the synth as a multitimbral sound module, and also composite patches where each module represented a different aspect of a sound.
Well cool, and in my opinion, seriously underrated. ” Link
“Yamaha TX816 with MV-802 Mixer and Cables
This is a rare opportunity to purchase a mint condition TX816 and matching MV-802 mixer with custom cables.
Features:
* This is the full package, and it would be a shame to part it out, so all components go together.
* 8 TF-1 modules, all functional, all with battery voltages above 3V (3.3, 3.4, 3.2, 3.5, 3.5, 3.3, 3.4, 3.4).
* The MV-802 is really meant for the TX816. It usually sits right on top of the unit, and has 8 inputs. The 8 modules are usually panned proportionally from L to R, creating a wall of sound.
* 8 high-quality custom Mogami cables from Psyonic (almost $200 here alone). Qty. 4 at 17″ length, and Qty. 4 at 20″ length. This keeps the TX816 and MV-802 assembly very tight as the cables are just long enough and no longer.
This is a VERY clean system. I’m still amazed at the condition of this unit. You will probably not find one in better condition.
The unit is 100% functional and in excellent physical shape as well as you can see from the photos. It was well maintained in a smoke free home studio” Link
“This was purchased years ago from a commercial studio, and has been kept in storage since. Cosmetically it’s about a seven, with sticker residue from the previous owner’s inventory system.
It does NOT have the rack ears, but the screws are still in place for them.
1x Module has a dead battery. (No.1)
1x Module has a battery that is nearly dead (No.3)
(Individual battery voltages can be checked via the front panel for each module)
Instructions can be found online for changing out the battery if you’re willing to tackle it yourself.
Those were the only issues I found in my testing. All modules responded to patch changes and I had audio output from each module.” Link
“I’m a drummer selling this and many other items for a friend who is a piano player. He played with Phillip Glass and Blood, Sweat and Tears among others. He is the original owner and unit kept in a smoke free home. If you have questions about this, I can get answers !
ds) Directions shown in picture 4 slide in and out of unit bottom.Auction includes everything shown. (8 midi cables, 6 corAuction includes everything shown. (8 midi cables, 6 cords) Directions shown in picture 4 Auction includes everything shown (8 midi cables and 6 cords) Directions slide in and out of unit bottom (see picture 4)
Pretty clean cosmetically with only minimal rack rash. ” Link
“This piece is pretty much new its been in a Rack for about a year and used a whole 2 months. It has some paint missing from the top where the heat might have got to the paint. This piece works wonders, I have no more use for it I moved from music to film and don’t use it anymore. It has 8 channels, and it still has its programming guide under the unit.” Link
“YAMAHA TX 216 MIDI RACK Unit with 8 MODULES INSTALLED
Comes just as you see it pictured. Seems to work fine. It has some scratches on it. ” Link
“This is a Yamaha TX816 FM Midi Tone Generator Module, which contains essentially 8 DX7 FM Synths on individual cards. It has combined MIDI In/out/through, and 8x balanced outputs.” Link
“A USED YAMAHA TX 216 MIDI RACK, 8 TFI MODULES, EACH TFI MODULE CONSISTS OF A 16 VOICE 6 OPERATOR DIGITAL FM SYNTH ENGINE, EACH TFI ALSO HAS AN INDEPENDANT AUDIO OUT ( XLR) AND MIDI I/0 , HAS BEEN TESTED AND IS WORKING, SEE ALL PHOTOS. ” Link
“You are bidding on a Yamaha TX 816 Rackmount FM Synth Module (in essence – 8 rack mounted DX7′s.) The original MSP was $5495 in it’s year of release. (1985) This unit is in very good condition – but has not been used regularly for some time. The unit has normal wear (rack rash and scratches primarily on the top.) It has always been rack mounted in a smokeless, professional studio environment. The unit has been serviced – the power supply replaced as well as several batteries mounted in new clip receptacles. The unit ships with an additional power supply (at times in the past I have noticed an intermittent high pitched sound coming from the OLD power supply) It ships with custom patches that I have used in scoring films. Comments about the sounds : Eight totally independent DX7′s in a rack. Each has 16 note poly which makes for a very BIG sound if you layer all the modules together. The beauty of this instrument is that each DX7 module could be programmed to mimick a different aspect of a sound. When all modules played together, the sounds can be very complex and rich. Especially when detuning each module.” Link
Verkaufe mein Yamaha TX-816 (8 x DX-7) , da ich vorhabe ein paar neue Geräte anzuschaffen. Deshalb müssen andere Teile weichen. Neben dieser Auktion gibt es in weiteren noch: Publison Fulmost Relief-Enlarger (De-esser) Neumann U-87 (Serien Nummer 88733) im Holzetui incl. Spinne EA 87, OTZ-Rack (4 Noise Gates, 2 Compressoren, 2 Compressor/Expander und Klark DN-60 Spectrum Analyser
Alles funktioniert einwandfrei und ist derzeit noch im Einsatz. Die 19“ Teile sind optisch in gutem Zustand. Lediglich die üblichen Spuren an den Löchern vom Rackeinbau. Das Neumann U-87 ist wie neu und nur wenig benutzt.” Link
“Used MIDI FM Synth Rack. Actually A Rack Of 8 DX7′s.
Tested all 8 channels and working fine.
Casing shows some wear, scratches, and bumps.
Photos are actual item for sale. Includes printed manual.” Link