Farfisa syntorchestra synthesizer service manual repair schematic diagrams id. This vintage baby was used by klaus schulze on his album moondawn, by ash ra ashra. This purely analog stringer is a combination of a full polyphonic orchestral section and a monophonic synth section. Farfisa syntorchestra according to the very well done book az of analogue synthesisers by peter forrest, this little thing was built from late 1975 till 1978. This is a brand new syntaccordion tone generator to erplace your old or broken sound generator. Physical modeling of the dualmanual farfisa compact deluxe plus pedals upper manual, lower manual and bass pedal sections selectable bass key range to cover 1 or 2 octaves. Farfisa v physically models the unique characteristics of the farfisa combo organs that helped define the top 40 sounds of the 60scomplete with enhancements that help you forge new sonic territory today. Brightness, attack and sustain controls for a choice of two preset strings 8. Synthesizer manuals collection collecting several hundred manuals in one location, this collection of information about music synthesizers spans over 40 years of technology and products. We sampled every section and added lots of new twists along the way. On the compact duo dual manual organs, tone and volume were regulated by controls.
For the library all possible combinations of mono and poly presets have been sampled to a total of 49. We feel this is better than reducing them and losing fine details. Full text of farfisa syntorchestra service manual see other formats i musicparts. The far was an independent preamp and real spring reverb unit that was used to power the farfisa compact duo dual manual combo organ, and the farfisa transicord electronic accordion. It looks just like the original, with the set of black keys for bass, the grey keys that can be switched for bass or treble, and the regular keys for the treble section. Farfisa soundmaker service manual schematic diagram. It is a program that can read midi files and send the notes to the farfisa keyboard connected to the computer. Farfisa syntaccordion midi piano accordion, with new midi. Farfisa v, farfisa v plugin, buy farfisa v, download farfisa. Farfisa syntorchestra 4 syntetizzatore monofonicopolifonico anno di costruzione 1980. Farfisa midi 4 voice musette italian 120 bass acco. Jun 14, 2018 the farfisa syntorchestra, often spelled incorrectly synthorchestra, is an analog, polyphonic polyphonic but partly monophonic strings keyboard made by the italian organ manufacturer farfisa. Aug 12, 2014 schematics for the lovely syntorchestra.
Up for sale, a 1970s farfisa syntorchestra analog synthesizer in excellent condition and in perfect working order, fully serviced and ready to play. Arturias new farfisa v virtual organ instrument emulates the classic italian combo organ sound. A spokesperson told us, this purely analog stringer is a combination of a full polyphonic orchestral section and a monophonic synth section. Some examples of recordings including the farfisa syntorchestra are new age of earth by ashra manuel gottsching and moondawn by klaus schulze especially the first half of the bside, mindphaser.
The poli section is pretty straightforward fully polyphonic synth with 4 different sounds, trombone, trumpet, piano, and viola. Farfisa pro audio synthesisers and sound modules for sale ebay. Super fun, great sounding, rare italian keyboard from 1980 with original soft case. Built in 197981, the soundmaker has synth, string and pianobrass sections. Jan 30, 2009 demo of the farfisa syntorchestra an italian analog keyboard synthesizer. Farfisa syntorchestra 4 service manual schematic diagrams. Their most wellknown products are their range of electric organs that they produced from the 1960s onwards. Some examples of recordings including the farfisa syntorchestra are new age of. Jan 31, 2009 the farfisa syntorchestra is an italian analog keyboardsynthesizer from 1975. Farfisa service manuals schematic diagrams service notes. Farfisa syntorchestra vintage analog synthesizer sn 6395. Id imagine any polysynth with an lfo and oscillators with sine or sawtoothramp waveforms would get you at least part way there.
Farfisa v physically models the unique characteristics of the farfisa combo. It was presented in 1975 and used by wellknown artists of the berlin school such as manuel gottsching and klaus schulze. Matrixsynth farfisa syntorchestra 4 monopoly analog synthesiz. Supplied with over 200 presets, with sounds ranging from ambient drones, analogue synth choirs, gentle bass tones, scifi fx, brass ensembles, lead. Farfisa syntorchestra analog synthesizer 1975 demo. Manuals gate automation contact us farfisa technical manuals. It was used by klaus schulze on his album moondawn, by ash ra ashra tempel and by vangelis.
Farfisa v physically models the unique characteristics of the farfisa combo organs that helped define the top 40 sounds of the 60scomplete. Detunized says that farfiso is a new sampled instrument library that features the sounds from an early seventies goody the farfisa syntorchestra. Schematics farfisa synthorchestra filter section sielorchestra owners manual online. Mar 07, 20 check out this beautiful example of the farfisa soundmaker synthesizer on ebay right now this is my farfisa soundmaker, and what an interesting beast it is. Other than that, my sq80 just a gussiedup esq1 does a nice farfisa, as does my jx8p and my prophet600.
The syntaccordion produced a superb 197080s sound using this generator as new equipment. Pleases contact us if you think we have not earned your star ratings thanks for visiting our shop. The name farfisa is made up of taking some of the letters from the phrase fabbriche riunite di fisarmoniche. Free musical software downloadable from internet reproduction of a midi file using windows media player windows media player is included in the windows packet. Farfiso by detunized farfisa syntorchestra kvr audio plugins. It was available in a metal stage and a more organ like wood housing version. Farfisa pro audio synthesisers and sound modules 37 items found from ebay international sellers.
Used and still being used by great klaus schulze and ashra tempel, this is a keyboard that was in vogue during the classic progressive genres of the 70s. The farfisa polychrome was a synthesiser composed of various sections such as percussion, strings, ensemble and vocal synth. Single tenant audio intercom kit for 2 wires installation. Farfisa syntorchestra analog synthesizer 1975 demo youtube. Farfisa syntorchestra 4 mono polyfonic string machine. Farfisa soundmaker service manual repair schematic diagrams schaplan m110b1. The soundmaker has a touch bar with 4 i think destinations including brass filter. The farfisa syntorchestra, often spelled incorrectly synthorchestra, is an analog, polyphonic polyphonic but partly monophonic strings keyboard made by the italian organ manufacturer farfisa. Scandalli piano accordion famous hand finished reeds with 41 treble keys and 120 bass buttons badged farfisa super syntaccordion. This image, ms farfisa in the park by softestthing, makes spending some time with your keyboards outside look completely blissful. If not, most repair shops can fix most ailments a farfisa might have in no time relatively cheaply. The farfisa syntorchestra is a combination of two preset synthesizers in one. Farfisa also produced two very large organs which incorporated the syntorchestra at this time, the 259r and 6290r maharani organs.
Farfisa is a manufacturer of electronics based in osimo, italy. Originally a manufacturer of accordions, farfisa is an italian brand of electronic equipment. Quite a few problems to fix, does anyone have the service manual. The farfisa syntorchestra is an italian analog keyboardsynthesizer from 1975. The soundmaker has a touch bar with 4 i think destinations including brass filter cutoff, something the syntorchestra doesnt have. It has only four octaves, with no bass on the early models. It consists of mainly two sections, polyfonic and monofonic, but there are really four. This site contains an archive of publiclyavailable manuals for a wide array of synthesizers, midi devices, guitar effects, pro audio devices, and other musical equipment, as well as shopping pages for purchasing musical instruments and accessories.
Vibrato or delayed vibrato can be added to them, and there is a simple volume and brightness control. Produced in italy from 1975 to 1978, the syntorchestra is an incredibly rare synth that shares sonic similarities to the arp pro soloist and moog satellite, but is a completely unique sounding tool. Both of those instruments will not work without this piece, so its pretty nice to have one. Large original oversized drawings will need to be taped together. Basically, it is a simple monophonic synthesizer with some presets which can be modified and a polyphonic section. Rather than its simple predecessor syntorchestra 1, the syntorchestra 4 has a lot in common with the farfisa soundmaker. Farfisa syntorchestra 4 1980 mono polyfonic string reverb. Most consist of information about programming, usage and operation of synthesizers, as well as software products that emulate synthesizers. An illustration of a computer application window wayback machine an illustration of an open book. Brand new midi system with all tabs on accordion working through midi to give numerous combinations. We have this brand new unused generator except for checking purposes to bring your accordion to life again. They contain useful information about that area of the schematic such as common problems that we have found and recommended changes. Physical modeling of the dualmanual farfisa compact deluxe plus pedals. Farfiso is a sampled instrument library that features the sounds from an early seventies goody the farfiso syntorchestra.
May 14, 2014 the poli section is pretty straightforward fully polyphonic synth with 4 different sounds, trombone, trumpet, piano, and viola. Very rare and cool 1979 farfisa soundmaker service manual italian and english. Only one sound can be selected at a time the furthest right switch that is depressed. Farfisa syntorchestra synthesizer service manual repair. Vintage 70s rare farfisa syntorchestra mono poly analog. Posted in synthesizers and tagged farfisa, free, schematics.
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