Synth guru Marc Doty continues his deep look at the classic Yamaha CS-50 synthesizer. In the first video in the series, he looked at the Yamaha CS-50 oscillators.
In the second video in the series, Doty looks at the CS-50 filter.
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I’m looking to buy one of these if anyone knows of one for sale?
Preferably in the UK/EU
Thanks!
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Got a cs-50 in UK in storage, testing it soon, let me know.
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The CS-50 sound really comes to life when he starts tweaking tge filters – and suddenly you hear shades of Blade Runner!
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I like to watch Marc Doty explaining synths.
But I really don’t give a …. about a synth that is impossible to find for sale.
Especially in the shape like it is on this video.
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I know what you mean – and that CS-50 looks pretty pristine.
But i still love seeing these old beasts in action, for a couple of reasons.
Looking at vintage synths like this helps you understand how electronic musicians in the 70′s worked. CS synths are all over a lot of classic albums and knowing about the synths gives you a deeper appreciation about the music.
Knowing about old synths also helps you be a more educated buyer of both new and used gear. I’d love to own a CS-80, for example, but I’d probably be more likely to spend my money on an old Roland, because it would be less of a hassle to keep and maintain. And I’ll be a lot more likely to check out a synth if it supports polyphonic aftertouch, after seeing what a CS-80 can do!
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I also know what you mean.
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