Akai

“Selling a very well kept and perfectly working Akai AX60. Really clean cosmetically minus some wear and functionally everything works great on this vintage beauty. Much like a Juno 106, but less tamed and more wild. Thanks to its filter and VCO based architecture, this is one unique and true analog synthesizer. While still capable of warm and soft tones, the resonance on this filter is one of the most aggressive I’ve ever heard, and it doesn’t take too much push to get it to sound mean. Really one of the more fun and intuitive analog polysynths to program sounds on.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Akai AX73 Analog Synthesizer – Excellent Working Condition.

From my personal collection” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“There’s some slight wear in the top right hand corner of the synth, that has left the wood slightly exposed.
7 of the buttons on the front of the synth are non-operational, I ordered new switches which will fix the problem, but never got around to installing them (please see last pic) – you’d only need basic soldering skills to get these installed and working or an electrician/synth guy to do the basic fix.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“AKAI AX80 1984 VINTAGE ANALOGUE SYNTHESIZER

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You have a once in a lifetime chance to own this ultra rare 1984 polyphonic vintage analogue synthesizer. The AKAI AX80 was used by the late Mark Bell (LFO) on many collaborations with pop icon Björk for the Homogenic album in 1997, making this synth a piece of music history.

The synthesizer is unmolested and left as is. It has been well looked after and is in full working order and looks absolutely amazing when switched on with the unique display design. About the synth itself, the AKAI AX80 is a full polyphonic synthesizer from 1984 with full 8 voice, 64 bank patch, with 2x DCOs per voice which makes for a very powerful analogue synthesizer. It comes with MIDI interface as standard, 61 keys. The sound is absolutely unique and one of a kind.”
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“This item does work, It powers on and I can hear the audio effects through a headset.

However I lack both the knowledge and the equipment to properly test it, so I have no way to properly test its many features. (This item doesn’t include any other cords or connectors, except the power cable of course.)

This is a vintage item, it’s in ok shape for its age, but it does have some condition issues, that show its age. (scratches, scuffs etc) ”
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“Up for auction is this Akai AX-60 polyphonic analog synth. It’s in great cosmetic condition. I powered it up and it turns on and makes sound. I only played it briefly through a small practice amp so I can not comment on the quality of sound. I have had this in storage since 2006. The buttons and faders seem to adjust the sound.

This is being sold as is and as shown. Being sold as “For repair or parts” due to my lack of knowledge of the unit and its age.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“This particular AX60 had been restored before I got it last year,
Everything works great. There are some blemishes and marks (Wear & Tear). To be expected with a 36 year old keyboard.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“PHYSICAL CONDITION: Good – The left side panel has a crack in it towards the front and thus it is slightly loose. There are a few minor abrasions around the synth as well, typical of something this era. Otherwise, every button, knob, fader, and keys are intact and in good clean shape. The overall physical condition is good. WORKING CONDITION: Very Good – All keys play and all functions are working, synth sounds great. Some of the buttons feel a bit sticky but they all work fine. Sliders are all working perfectly so are both wheels. Overall working condition is very good. ”
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” This is a rare six voice analog synthesizer with digital presets! It features a five octave keyboard, MIDI in/out, and Akai S612 Sampler compatibility. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Akai AX60 Analog Synthesizer Not Fully Tested Parts Or Repair As Is.

Got this equipment as a part of a trade

I don’t have the right wires for it to fully test

Seems to be in good clean condition

Selling as is for parts or could be working I don’t know ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Up for sale is our Akai AX60 polysynth upgraded with the essential Tauntek OS.

The new OS adds a number of enhancements to the synth. These include:

1) MIDI Sysex patch save and restore – saves or restores all patches in one operation (tape save/load works as before)

2) MIDI CC parameter changes are now supported

3) Non-volatile storage of MIDI channel setting and current patch

4) Slider code modified for smooth potentiometer operation.

5) Adjustable Unison de-tune feature. (Not active in split mode) (can be disabled)

6) Random arpeggiator mode instead of “play all notes” mode (can be disabled)

7) Arpeggiator up/down mode which doesn’t repeat the top and bottom keys (can be disabled)

8) Slow LFO mode which halves the frequency over the entire range of the LFO (can be disabled)

9) VCF resonance slider taper mod to move oscillation point up (overall range is not changed) (can be disabled)

10) ADSR slider tapers mod to increase effect in the lower part (overall range is not changed) (can be disabled)

11) MIDI clocking of arpeggiator with choice of 48,24,12, or 6 PPQ (can be disabled for internal or 1/4″ jack clocking)

12) Sustain mode can be activated using Arp Hold switch

13) MIDI Note velocity added to VCA EG Depth setting mode (but new setting also affects notes played on AX60, can be disabled)

The synth is fully tested and working as it should be. Recently serviced, work included replacing all the front panel tact switches, installing a new memory battery, lubing potentiometers.

Cosmetic condition overall is excellent. There are some marks and blemishes to the panel, the keys are nice clean, side panels in good condition.

The synth is a 100v model so a step down trandformer may be required depending on your location.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Akai AX80 in great condition for it’s age.
Its been well looked after and works perfectly. It’s had a new battery (replaceable) fitted for the memory and also a MIDI upgrade from Tauntek – which means you now have sysex dump and can adjust parameters via midi!

I’ve also upgraded the original PCB joining system – always a weakness on this synth. Now its very easy to service if anything goes south. It’s super clean inside and looks practically new.

It’s cool sounding, and although it doesn’t have tons of knobs it has lots of functions controllable via velocity and aftertouch. Some minor damage to end cheeks, and some one has removed a sticker from the back leaving some glue…. Can be played at the studio. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Unit powers on and produces sound but 4 of the keys (marked in picture #7 with a white sticker (G#, C#, D, E)) are unresponsive. Middle D# has a bend to the left and middle F# is bent forward but both keys still function. Knobs and sliders all seem to function properly. Comes with a soft gig bag.”
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“NOT A NEW SYNTH. Yes it works. everything on it works. There are signs of wear. Couple little paint spots on the back of case? not sure if it will come off might be able to rub some paint remover on it or something. Looks like it would come off. Couple scratches on the back. Top left and corner VERY small dent (all pictured) This thing is built like a tank. Solid. All keys work, all sliders all knobs all work. Feel free to shoot me a message. NO RETURNS> sold as-is ANY DAMAGE IS POSSIBLE. used for a long time. Just running out of room and getting out of it. Good sounding synth HUGE resonance. Pitch wheel and mod wheel both work just like they should. Manual comes with it. Plug is original and non damage. Other than a few cosmetics in good shape. PLEASE review pictures carefully as they are part of description. Will be packaged well with LOTS of bubble wrap. Thank YOU. and good luck.”
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“Now, this is working and it produces sound but it has some defects that means i am selling it for “Spares or Repairs”

Known issues:

DATA / OSC 1 / OSC 2 & VCF – LCD displays are not working (all other displays are working)
First E key is broken (but working)
6 other keys do not produce sound when played.

Everything else seems to work as expected. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

” Sad to be selling the first synth i ever owned but it just doesn’t get used enough to justify keeping it anymore. It is in great working condition, I had it serviced a couple years ago. All tact switches replaced, and calibrated. All voices are working as they should. It’s got a killer filter that has crazy resonance. If you have an Akai S612 you can use the voice in to process that though the filters and envelopes of the AX60. Physically it is in good shape, not shop fresh but in good condition for its 35 years, all keys play fine. I have had it in my smoke free, pet free home studio for the whole time I have owned it.” Click here to visit listing on eBay