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Re: FS: TX802 + RAM5

 

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Just an endorsement for the TX802, FWIW.

I bought a new one in 1988.? Still got it.

I bought a second one in 1992.? Still got it.

The TX802 has a note number response setting of ‘even’ or ‘odd’.? When running two units in even/odd mode, the difference is amazing and satisfying.? It’s not layering like any other keyboard does.? It’s “interleaving” at a note/chord level and it’s amazingly musical.

Often layering is with some completely disparate sounds (string-piano, for example), which is fine and it works, but where the TX802 really shines for me is with close-but-not-quite-the-same patches played in even/odd mode.? Even the same patch detuned on one unit can create some stunning highlights.

Don’t know if any other modules or workstations do such a thing.? I would think by now it would be commonplace but have heard no one crow about it on any other feature review.? It may have stopped with the TX802 – dunno.

So that’s like 6U of rack space that is basically a permanent fixture in my rig.

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L.

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From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Bruce Wahler via groups.io
Sent: Tuesday, May 25, 2021 10:01 AM
To: [email protected]
Subject: [YamahaDX] FS: TX802 + RAM5

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Hi All,

I've been paring down my gear lately, and thought I'd pass these items by the list before going to eBay or Reverb.

  • Yamaha TX802 -- I have THREE of these synths.? I'm keeping one for my own use.? This one is in fully working condition.? Physical condition is about 8.5/10 by my picky standards:? minimal scratches/nicks on front, back, top, and bottom; menu pullouts are still in place and working; the only major issue is that the original owner shortened the power cord to about 1 ft (0,3m).? I don't know the age of the battery:? I'll replace it before the final sale, just to be safe.? Looking to get $400 + shipping.? I will ship almost anywhere
  • Yamaha TX802 -- I bought this one as a spare/parts.? It comes up with a partially corrupt display, and fails the self-test with "TEST 01 - RAM IC8 Error!"? Scrolling through the self-tests and other menus, it seems like most of the functionality is OK; but the failing RAM causes corrupt display characters and references to sounds in the (non-loaded) memory cartridge.? I don't know if this is an easy fix, or something more involved.? Physical condition is 8/10 -- except the pullout menus are gone.? I'd like to get $175 + shipping; offers will be considered.
  • Yamaha RAM5 -- genuine item, with original box.? I have a PDF of the brief owners' manual.? I've seen two different versions of a 'AM5' online lately:? this is the one with a Multi-Bank Mode switch on the front, and three more switches on the top for manual bank selection and memory protect.? Everything works, including Multi-Bank Mode with a TX802.? Physical condition is a 9/10.? I'd like to get $75 + shipping.


Please email me directly with questions.

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Regards,

-BW

Bruce Wahler
Halfmoon-Switch.com?
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