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MPC |
Model |
Percussion Computer |
Description |
here is probably the unique chance to own one of the rarest/best drum machine ever made !
MPC Electronics means ELECTRONICS PERCUSSION COMPUTER and is definitly not coming from MPC Akai MPC series !
MPC ELECTRONICS Ltd is British (Cambridge) company.
This unit produce huge sounds, heavy bass drum , great claps, 4 différents TOMS, Cymbal, Hi Hat , Snare.
Each sound can be modified in real time by tweaking all knobs (mix Noise/tone + pitch + decay + level + bend for each TOM !!Pitch and decay for others (except Clap)
2 easy ways to write a pattern :
Pad Input : tapping the drum pad of the sound you require, step the cursor on to the next position and write beats on that line in a similar manner
Hand entry:
playing in real time on the pads (metronome output give the tempo)
SYNCHRONISATION (In and OUT DIN Connector) working with a lot of Equipment such CSQ600, MC4, TR606, TB303, KPR 77, TR808/909.... Great !
capacity 26bars / measures
Measure length 1 to 20 steps /beats
25 sequences
25 songs
individuals output
main mix stereo
tape sync
clock
inputs (bass drum pedal, pad changeover foot switch, run/stop foot switch)
SYNC Din output and Input
weight 25 lbs / 11.3 kgs
Extremely rare adds : External Computer Link UP ZX81 / TIMEX 1000 and The original English 35 pages user manual
As you can imagine, this machine sound great and moreover very different compare TR808/909 or Simmons drums units ! it's a great opportunity to create new Drum patterns.
New battery have been changed in September 2013 - excellent cosmetic and electronic conditions.
VEMIA will be able to collect for onward delivery or shipping if that is useful. |
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Age |
30 year |
Weight |
n/a |
Condition |
Near mint |
Location |
France |
Vat |
Not from a VAT-registered business. But VAT / duty may be due if importing from outside your trade bloc. |
Quantity |
1 item is available from the owner |
Options |
User manual : Yes |
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Service manual : No |
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First owner : No |
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Original boxes : Yes |
Plug type |
Plug not required |
Voltage type |
Internal 220-240V power supply |
Status |
Item has been sold or not sold in a previous auction |
Sale type |
The item is on the auction rooms |
Ending on |
17/04/2016 |
Category |
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Serial number |
00120 |
Sphere reference |
# 11428 |
Statistics |
Created on : 29/10/2013 |
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Changed on : 17/04/2016 |
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Published on : 17/04/2016 |
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Displayed : 3288 time(s) by members and guests |
Safety |
All electrical items sold in VEMIA are deemed to be trade sales. No warranty of electrical safety is given or implied. Many items are vintage and would not pass current electrical safety standards. It is the responsibility of the buyer to ensure that items are safe to use in their future environment - if necessary by using the services of a professional. |
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The following section gives you the prices as well as shipment and payment conditions associated with the item. Payment is always requested in GBP. Converted price is shown for information and converted with Sphere standard currency rate.
Shipment and Payment links gives you access to an extended description of our rating :
Start price |
850 EUR |
Converted price (1) |
740.1 GBP |
Shipment |
International or local shipment to pay |
Packing costs |
0 GBP |
Payment |
Full pre payment needed |
Auction bid step |
20 GBP |
Auction highest bid |
706.14 GBP |
Converted highest bid |
706.14 GBP |
Leader or winner |
timehunter |
(1) Currency conversion |
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For technical reasons, we are unable to update the conversion from GBP to Euro during the auction, although it has changed by well over 10%. If you are in the euro zone please check the current rate at http://www.x-rates.com/calculator.html
Payments from UK and non-Euro currency regions must always be in GBP. Payments to and from Euro currency regions can be in Euros via our French bank.The applicable Euro amount will be the exact amount specified on your invoice or credit note. For more info please see the FAQ about exchange rates. |
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