Vintage suzuki omnichord system 100 om100 new with ac. Suzuki omnichord manuals manuals and user guides for suzuki omnichord. Vintage suzuki omnichord om27 analog autoharp synthesizer. The best songs with omnichords pop shop america pop. The om 84 was the deluxe version of the second generation, built with colorcoded controls, a larger strumming plate and wider array of chord buttons.
Studio repair nikolaus riehm gear guts gallery synthesizer picture album. The intuative folktek modified omnichord om84 is analogue touch synthesis heaven. The primary feature being the ability to press a button that corresponds to a chord, and then strum that chord with the other hand. Released in three colours, brown, ivory and red allegedly, the omnichord has 27 chords grouped into three rows. In this performance of the maker, lanois accompanies his lead vocal on the om27.
Synthesizer keys workstation synthesizer vocoder keyboard fm tone generator moog little phatty analog monophonic synth suzuki omnichord om27 emu orbit. The manual doesnt explain that, and om27 doesnt have this function only chord. The om 100 and om200 share the same circuit board, but some extra. We collected a couple of them and they are free downloadable from this site. The power supply circuit has some regulation for the. For beginners and anyone who hasnt yet discovered the many features of this amazingly easytoplay instrument, this dvd will teach you the basics and beyond as it demonstrates all features and functions of the suzuki qchord. The top two rows of buttons are also used to control the chord computer which is the same as the om250m and can store up to 120 events the buttons that are coloured are of softer shades than previous models and the strumplate is colour coded to the omnichord body. Analog synths, combo organs, theremins, vintage keys. Omnichord service manuals suzuki musical instruments. For the love of physics walter lewin may 16, 2011 duration. Ensures a sophisticated circuit design with overheated,overcurrent,overcharging protection. In this video he combines his musician and educator skills to show that with the qchord. Suzuki omnichord om84 system two service manual usa. It is played by choosing a chord type maj, min, or dim and tonic on a matrix of buttons with the left hand and plucking the note on a pad with the right hand.
Analog synths, combo organs, theremins, vintage keys, owners. The sonic strings are located just to the right and turned by 90 degrees. The new qchord plays the same as the omnichord, but has many new features. Suzuki omnichord om84 posted in repaired with tags analog, keyboard, omnichord, synth on april 28, 20 by analogaudiorepair. Hi guys, i recently discovered an old suzuki omnichord model om 84 laying around. The first one had an obvious problem the power amp chip had literally blown. Om27 owners guide om84 owners guide om100200m owners guide.
Xv 3080 64 voice synth korg m1 keyboard dave smith instruments dsi yamaha tx81z roland pg200 rack mount synth suzuki omnichord om84 korg poly 800 korg m1r. One had been attached to the wrong power supply, the other cut out intermittently and had to be turned off and on to reset. It was made by suzuki in the early 1980s and sounds like the times. Here we have the modified omnichord model om 250, i have created a break away box for the mods on this one. We believe in providing the highest levels of customer service and endeavour.
Oct 26, 2009 the suzuki omnichord a sort of electronic autoharp was first released in 1981, and is one of the bizarre electronic instrument that have lives beyond their original intent. What is the difference between omnichord and qchord. Resembling an autoharp, the omnichord came in three colorsbrown, ivory, and redand featured 27 chords arranged in three rows. Hi guys, i recently discovered an old suzuki omnichord model om84 laying around. Find great deals on ebay for suzuki omnichord and suzuki omnichord om 27.
Pram omnichord 60 years of telephony wurlitz for sale 1 x 45rpm vinyl record pram a suzuki omnichord in good condition everything working as it should in its original case and song book cash on collection only thanks. In this video i repair pcb damage done to an omnichord om84. Safe design and high quality material ensures the chargers temperature maintaining at a low level for security charging the power adapter is very durable and easy to operate. Your looking at an image of an omnichord prototype designed in 2004 that never was developed. Everything looks quite well preserved, at least on the. This is a suzuki omnichord om27 analog autoharp synthesizer produced in 1981. Omnichord heaven officially endorsed omnichord and qchord resource library, and extension to our exciting new website coming soon. The ergonomics are much improved over the tronichordportachord with the 27 tactile chord buttons located centrally. I recently serviced two vintage omnichords, both model om84. This is a suzuki omnichord om 27 analog autoharp synthesizer produced in 1981. In addition to the omnichords strumplate and chord buttons, omnichords also have various drum rhythms and a tempo control. It has information regarding control positions, sonic strings, the strum and chord applications for guitar or organ, percussion, guitarorgan combinations. I designed a new omnichord in 2004 hoping it would be the next step forward. This is a 14 page manual on the suzuki om 27 omnichord.
All omnichords from the model om27, to the model om300, can be. Multiple tonesnotes can be played at one time to create thick and complex tonal harmonies. Omnichord auctions buy and sell omnichord items online. Jan 19, 20 the omnichord is an electronic instrument that has a few similarities to an autoharp. Buy and sell omnichord products on findtarget auctions online auction site. Apr 28, 20 posted in repaired with tags analog, keyboard, omnichord, synth on april 28, 20 by analogaudiorepair i recently serviced two vintage omnichords, both model om84. If you want to repair your omnichord, youll need service manuals, owners manuals, schematics etc. As the twentieth century drew to a close, suzuki placed everything into their latest instrument.
The om27 was released in 1981 and became an international overnight success as a truly portable electronic musical instrument. Lenny zazick has been playing the suzuki omnichord and now the qchord since 1984. Folktek modified suzuki omnichord om27 touch plate circuit reverb. Qchord and omnichord owners manual welcome to pops. Testing of omnichord om36 for interested ebay users.
Explore micro touch variation and the swelling hypnotic sound. Suzuki qchord qc1 q chord omnichord oca1 om27 om36 om84. Create a dynamic score or find solace in the healing sounds. Suzuki omnichord om 84 system two service manual usa. The omnichord is an electronic musical instrument introduced in 1981 by the suzuki musical instrument corporation. The most basic method of playing the instrument is to press the chord buttons and swipe the touch plate with a finger or guitar pick in imitation of. I opened it up and couldnt immediately see anything obviously damaged inside. We have 1 suzuki omnichord manual available for free pdf download. The all new omnichord system two by suzuki makes it possible for you to sound like a pro. Its easy to play with a unique sprinklymagicalvintage keyboard sound. To confuse matters my schematic i got off the web shows a 2. I recently picked up a classic analog omichord om84 and it really is a unique and wonderful instrument.
Well keep looking and post them as soon as we found them. Brand new in the box suzuki omnichord system 100 model om100. More schematics and full service manuals will be added with better quality versions uploaded as they become available. Very rare hard to find vintage musical collectible. Find great deals on ebay for omnichord om36 kramer striker. An omnichord is an electronic musical instrument, introduced in 1981 and manufactured by the suzuki musical instrument corporation.
The suzuki omnichord a sort of electronic autoharp was first released in 1981, and is one of the bizarre electronic instrument that have lives beyond their original intent a completely unique design using a harmonic strumplate, directly linked to the chord buttons, meant a beginner could play in tune almost instantly, and a more accomplished musician would be able to accompany. Suzuki omnichord om 84 i recently serviced two vintage omnichords, both model om 84. In this video i repair pcb damage done to an omnichord om 84. Mu220c omnichord emulation program the original omnichord, made by the suzuki corp, is an electronic toy version of the autoharp. The lights all go on, none of the buttons are stuck, but no audio comes out of the speakers or headphone jack.
Released in 1981, suzuki omnichord om27 perhaps the first truly portable electronic music instrument attracted a ton of attention. Hello, do you happen to have the service schematic or manual for om27. Daniel lanoiss music gear is being tracked on equipboard. Everything looks quite well preserved, at least on the inside. The color has changed from white to slightly off white as any instrument over 30 years old would. One had been attached to the wrong power supply, the other cut out.
Sep 04, 2010 testing of omnichord om 36 for interested ebay users. Mar 2, 2019 folktek modified suzuki omnichord om27 touch plate circuit reverb. The om300 is finished in a virtuous shade of ivory, fit even for the most pious of saintly omnichordists. Jul 07, 2017 your looking at an image of an omnichord prototype designed in 2004 that never was developed. This special edition work is my most heavily modified omnichord to date. Basically youve got the option to play a number of different chords in either major, minor, or 7th form. The omnichord is an electronic instrument that has a few similarities to an autoharp. The suzuki omnichord om27 is an elegant, unique sounding electronic instrument from the 1980s with a lovely, bland 80s toylike appearance to boot. The omnichord om 84 is the second iteration of the omnichord series introduced by suzuki alongside the om 36 in the mid 80s. Original hard shell case for suzuki omnichord om84. Find best value and selection for your suzuki omnichord om 36 search on ebay. May 22, 2017 in this video i repair pcb damage done to an omnichord om 84. Since that time om power has become a successful and well established company in the production of amplifiers.
It can be likened to an electronic version of an auto harp. May 04, 2015 the omnichord is a usedtobeobscure instrument that has become more popular lately because of how amazing it is. Great condition and fully working order comes with case and power adaptor. Nov 22, 2015 find great deals on ebay for omnichord om 36 kramer striker. Omnichord om84 neokitsch 1950s scifi music with theremin neokitsch 1950s scifi music with theremin and other continuous pitch instruments was uploaded by. View and download suzuki omnichord instruction manual online. All available schematics will listed here and are completely free for you to download, link to or share all we ask is you point people back to this website in return. Easy modulation matrix, big screen, hooks up instantly to the cloud. The suzuki omnichord is a onemanband instrument that combines bass, chords, rhythm, and a lead sound that is activated by a strum plate its the diagonal metallic plate in the photo.
Om power was founded in 2004 as an initiative of two enthusiastic slovak ham operators. The most basic method of playing the instrument is to press the chord buttons and swipe the touch plate with a finger or guitar pick in imitation of strumming a stringed instrument. It typically features a touch plate, and buttons for major, minor, and 7th chords. The suzuki omnichord om27 is a unique electronic instrument that is really unlike any other instrument that ive used before. This is a 14 page manual on the suzuki om27 omnichord. Works perfectly, and is in excellent cosmetic shape. The omnichord is a usedtobeobscure instrument that has become more popular lately because of how amazing it is. Instruction manual suzuki omnichord instruction manual 16 pages. Monkiestatertot eclectic findings be sure to add me to your favorites list. A followup to lenny zazicks first video how to play the qchord, this new video lesson focuses on methods of actually playing songs on either the qchord or omnichord. The suzuki omnichord, with a demo video that may lead to. Modified omnichord system twoom84 touch synthisizer.
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