SY85

“It has a few scratches but seems to be in working condition. It had an intermittent issue with noisy output, which seems to have resolved itself. I’ve also never tried the disk drive for this reason I’ve listed it as parts / not working. ”
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“Up for sale is this Classic Yamaha SY85 synth.

These are fantastic synthesisers and was ground breaking for its time.

This has been a very tough decision to decide to part with this unit (and I may end up changing my mind), but the truth is, I have some new projects on the horizon and this is unlikely to get the attention it deserves so I need to move it on.

If you are reading this then you will almost certainly know about this unit and how good it is. Loads of articles online about it’s function and features so these won’t be repeated here. Has 2 extra RAM SIMMS installed ready for loading samples into (will try to get a photo shortly). Lots of support for this online and undoubtedly software available to use with/alongside it.

The aging floppy drive has been replaced with a modern USB solution, so you can download various songs, instruments, samples etc and load them without worrying about the floppy drive wearing out. It even has a screen on it so you can scroll through to select the right ‘disc’/sample to load. This makes searching for and trialling new sounds so much easier as you can download them onto any usb stick and go straight from there. Please note however, that no usb is supplied but these are available pretty much anywhere. If you want to have the old (probably non-functioning) floppy drive for this, it is available at extra cost. Please let me know after purchase.

In terms of condition, the unit has been well looked after but does have some surface marks and wear, but remember that this model is from 1992, so you have to expect something. The sliders are very smooth in use and all the buttons/lights etc work. There is a slight crack to the plastic on slider 8 however this doesn’t prevent it’s operation, it’s merely cosmetic. You can see this in one of the pictures.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

” Up for sale is this Classic Yamaha SY85 synth.

These are fantastic synthesisers and was ground breaking for its time.

This has been a very tough decision to decide to part with this unit (and I may end up changing my mind), but the truth is, I have some new projects on the horizon and this is unlikely to get the attention it deserves so I need to move it on.

If you are reading this then you will almost certainly know about this unit and how good it is. Loads of articles online about it’s function and features so these won’t be repeated here. Has 2 extra RAM SIMMS installed ready for loading samples into (will try to get a photo shortly). Lots of support for this online and undoubtedly software available to use with/alongside it.

The aging floppy drive has been replaced with a modern USB solution, so you can download various songs, instruments, samples etc and load them without worrying about the floppy drive wearing out. It even has a screen on it so you can scroll through to select the right ‘disc’/sample to load. This makes searching for and trialling new sounds so much easier as you can download them onto any usb stick and go straight from there. Please note however, that no usb is supplied but these are available pretty much anywhere. If you want to have the old (probably non-functioning) floppy drive for this, it is available at extra cost. Please let me know after purchase.

In terms of condition, the unit has been well looked after but does have some surface marks and wear, but remember that this model is from 1992, so you have to expect something. The sliders are very smooth in use and all the buttons/lights etc work. There is a slight crack to the plastic on slider 8 however this doesn’t prevent it’s operation, it’s merely cosmetic. You can see this in one of the pictures.

Also comes with various manuals and documentation (not currently shown but will upload a photo in due course).” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Yamaha SY85 Digital Workstation Sample Based Sequencer 61-Note Polyphonic Synth

Excellent condition

All keys work and responsive

All controls and faders work as they should

Display is fully working

Collection only as it’s a beast.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“The synthesizer is in great working order and has been tested by our team of professionals. It comes in black and includes all the necessary accessories to get you started. This keyboard is perfect for any musician looking to add a new dimension to their sound.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“This time we are selling a:

Yamaha SY85
61-key keyboard synthesizer

In excellent working condition.
Some signs of use.

The floppy disk comes untested, though.
The disk belt drive looks alright.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“90s Yamaha SY85 Synth

Tested. Good shape. Minor blemishes. Missing 1 foot on bottom. 100V 50-60Hz.”
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“Vintage yamaha synthesizer sy85.

Used but in very good condition. Comes with sturdy carrying case.”
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“Yamaha SY77 Vintage Keyboard Synthesizer.”
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“Yamaha SY85 Workstation Keyboard and Factory Reset Disc.

It has its problems. In a previous life it has had the power switch removed and the power lead hard wired to the transformer. Works fine but I did have a piece of metal shaped to repair the missing part but didn’t fit. I’ll include it in the sale.

I replaced 6 broken keys, gave it a deep clean inside.

It works but has been initialised so no presets. I bought a factory reset disc to reinstall them but the drive doesn’t respond. Disc spins, all the hardware controls of it work so I’m presuming after a clean it would work. Or there’s a MIDI Sysex data dump possibility if you have or know of someone with another. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Yamaha SY85 Workstation Keyboard. with original box manuals and voices floppy in very good condition photos to follow” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Nice condition, USB drive and full memory expansion

Several cards and disks ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“USED BUT OVER ALL GOOD CONDITION” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Item won’t play any sound even when plugged in to a speaker.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“A great 90’s synth / workstation starting to appreciate in value . A great sounding keyboard that is quite complicated to learn (fully ). But when learnt is a wonderful studio tool , it has a sequencer and host of effects and sound control sliders and knobs . It comes with a C P multi media USB emulater (Brand New) in a box, not yet fitted (£75 cost) . There is a Scandisk usb thumb drive included with over 1500 sounds on it . A floppy disk drive is still working with a set up disk for resetting if required. A brochure listing everything that the keyboard can do along with lists of sounds etc along with a Gator keyboard case is included. Unfortunately the backup battery has just started to play up ( this is a cr battery like those fitted to car central locking key fobs) . I’ve just upgraded my workstation so I’m letting this go as working but needs the new battery fixed , but the usb emulater is situated in the same area , so could be fitted at the same time. This would update the synth to sysex sounds via usb (computer). I’ve allowed £100 to fit both if fitted by a electronic technician. Not included is the keyboard stand. Not parts but working with about 15 sounds missing and a display that is slightly dimmed due to the battery. Tech looked at and quoted for for work required. A wonderful keyboard with great keybed just needs a little TLC .”
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“Yamaha SY85 Workstation Synth, classic 90’s, sample based sounds, floppy drive..

Excellent condition as been in storage for years.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Vintage Yamaha SY 85 Synthesizer Keyboard Workstation Synth-USA SELLER.

No shipping to P.O. Boxes

Works perfect no issues” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Yamaha SY85 Workstation Synth 1990.

Great for 90’s film scape sounds with a multitude of onboard fx and real-time slider controls over filters, modulation and fx etc.

In good condition with various small scuffs as pictured.

I am including with the Sy85, several manuals, 4x floppy patch discs, a soft case, 2x leads (for stereo outputs) and an early 90’s music magazine.

I can’t guarantee that the sequencer works as I have never used it and wouldn’t know where to start to test it’s efficacy.”
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“Vintage Yamaha SY 85 Synthesizer AWM2 Keyboard Workstation Synth. In excellent cosmetic and working conditions! Bright LCD screen. Terrific patches. All buttons and knobs function perfectly. Just a few light surface scratches are the only indicators it was ever used. Disk drive functions perfectly. Including a few blank diskettes with shipment” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“This listing is for a Yamaha SY85 synthesizer. The unit itself and all the keys and buttons function! Feel free to ask any questions! Make sure you look through the shipping options for the best option for you. This thing is HEAVY!” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“This synth has some wear, most notably its broken/melted G key (it unfortunately arrived to me like this), however it has been tested to Power On and Output Mono Audio. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“This is an amazing synthesiser, with real time controls, and a host of user/preset sounds.
It has never been gigged, and just been used in a home recording studio, and as such is in an excellent condition with no damage or faults.

It has had a more reliable hard drive fitted, but the original is supplied fully working in case it is required.
Also included are the original brochures and manuals”
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“Selling my beloved Yamaha SY85 Workstation Synth 1990. Sounds great, works absolutely fine, the floppy drive works as well perfectly!

It comes with its original floppy disk as you can see on the picture.

Get yourself some cool 90s vibes!”

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“Selling my beloved Yamaha SY85 Workstation Synth 1990. Sounds great, works absolutely fine, the floppy drive works as well perfectly!

It comes with its original floppy disk as you can see on the picture.

Get yourself some cool 90s vibes!” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Selling my beloved Yamaha SY85 Workstation Synth 1990. Sounds great, works absolutely fine, the floppy drive works as well perfectly!

It comes with its original floppy disk as you can see on the picture.

Get yourself some cool 90s vibes!” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Yamaha sy85. In good condition never gigged, slight scuff on the side has 1 loose black key. Floppy drive needs attention. All buttons and sliders work. Im Selling as no longer used. Collection only due to the size and weight.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Listing is for synth only. TESTED” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“yamaha sy85 keyboard synthesizer and midi controller . Seems to be working, All of my sequences are Korg sequences so I couldn’t make much use of this keyboard for sequencing. But it is great for someone who plays keys for performance or recording or for someone who sequences on the Yamaha. Everything seems to be in working order, I wasn’t able to test the floppy drive because I don’t have any yamaha sequences on floppies, but I don’t see any damage and everything else seems to work so I would assume the floppy Drive works too. Selling as is, no returns. Great deal on a classic synth and sequencer, functional and clean” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“yamaha SY- 85.

Just serviced by a local southern Nevada synth tech

Good battery

Factory sounds loaded in

New floppy disk drive

Awesome sounding synth ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“YAMAHA SY85 KEYBOARD SYNTH. EXCELLENT CONDITION.

YAMAHA SY85 KEYBOARD SYNTH.

SUPERB CONDITION FOR YEAR. EXCELLENT TOUCH KEYS.

DISC PLAYER PROBABLY FAULTY.

VERY CLEAN… A FEW SCUFFS AND MINOR MARKS… OTHERWISE TOP GEAR. ” Click here to visit listing on eBay

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“YAMAHA SY85 KEYBOARD SYNTH. EXCELLENT CONDITION.

YAMAHA SY85 KEYBOARD SYNTH.

SUPERB CONDITION FOR YEAR. EXCELLENT TOUCH KEYS.

DDUSC PLAYER PROBABLY FAULTY.

VERY CLEAN… A FEW SCUFFS AND MINOR MARKS… OTHERWISE TOP GEAR.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Listing is for synth only. TESTED” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“YAMAHA SY85 KEYBOARD SYNTH. EXCELLENT CONDITION.. Condition is “Used”. Dispatched with Royal Mail 1st Class.

YAMAHA SY85 KEYBOARD SYNTH.

SUPERB CONDITION FOR YEAR. EXCELLENT TOUCH KEYS.

VERY CLEAN… A FEW SCUFFS AND MINOR MARKS… OTHERWISE TOP GEAR.

RELUCTANT SALE… NEED THE SPACE.

COLLECTION ONLY.” Click here to visit listing on eBay

“Yamaha Sy85 Synthesizer Bundle. Condition is “Used”.

This comes with a manual , Carry bag, the keyboard stand and two midi cables.

Good luck bidding and please check out my other items for sale on ebay”
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