Up for sale is a fully loaded, maxed-out Akai S1100 16-Bit Stereo Digital Sampler, running the final stable Version 4.3 Firmware OS.

This is the ultimate flagship configuration: fully optioned with all internal expansion boards installed, modernised with solid-state storage and a crisp OLED display, while retaining 100% of the legendary early '90s analogue output warmth and studio-grade DSP punch. It is 100% fully operational, very good condition, and ready to plug directly into modern production setups.

To keep this package purist-friendly, all original replaced components (floppy disk drive and original LCD screen) are included!

Installed Hardware Extensions & Upgrades:

• Factory-Installed EB10 Digital FX Board: Features Akai's built-in stereo digital effects processor, giving you direct hardware control over lush reverbs, delays, chorus, pitch shifting, and modulation. - see picture.

• Factory-Installed SMPTE Expansion Card: Includes the factory SMPTE cue/sync card on the rear panel for sync capability with tape machines and vintage hardware sequencers.

• Installed SCSI Interface Card: Fully connected to the internal ZuluSCSI drive while retaining external SCSI bus connectivity.

• Firmware OS Version 4.3: Running OS 4.3 for rock-solid system performance, expanded SCSI handling, and optimal compatibility with SD emulators. - see picture

• Brand New High-Contrast OLED Display: Say goodbye to faded, dim screens and buzzing high-voltage inverter whine! Installed with a bright, ultra-legible high-contrast OLED display with wide viewing angles. Note: Original backlight inverter circuit remains inside, but remains disconnected (not needed for OLED)

• Internal ZuluSCSI Emulation System: Replaces mechanical drives with silent, ultra-fast solid-state SD card storage. Loads and saves samples near-instantaneously. - see picture

• Fully Maxed 32 MB RAM Expansion: 4 x 8MB cards - upgraded to the absolute maximum memory capacity allowed for the S1100 series for long sample times and complex multisample banks. - see picture

• Pre-Loaded SD Card Included: Comes loaded with curated sample and instrument libraries formatted and ready to go. Just connect via MIDI and start making music right out of the box!

Why the Akai S1100?

While the S1000 was the industry standard, the S1100 was built as Akai's no-compromise studio master. It features superior 16-bit / 44.1kHz converters, high-grade analog output stages, 8 individual voice outputs, and built-in studio DSP. It produces a thick, punchy, "glue-like" sonic footprint that modern DAW plugins simply cannot replicate.

What’s Included:

1. Akai S1100 Flagship Sampler (220V, Firmware v4.3 Installed)

2. Installed EB10 Digital FX Processing Card

3. Installed SMPTE Sync Card

4. Installed SCSI Interface Board

5. Installed ZuluSCSI Drive + Pre-loaded SD Card (with sound library)

6. Installed High-Contrast OLED Display

7. Installed Maxed 32MB Memory Expansion (4 x 8MB cards)

8. Original Replaced 3.5" Floppy Disk Drive (not installed)

9. Original Replaced LCD Panel (not installed)

10. Standard Power Cable

Condition & Power Technicals:

• Power / Voltage: 220V Native Power. For North American buyers: requires a standard step-up transformer.

• Functional Condition: 100% Fully Operational. All buttons, softkeys, encoder knobs, inputs, stereo main outputs, individual voice outputs, EB10 FX processor, expansion ports, and MIDI I/O have been tested and work without issue.

• Cosmetic Condition: Very clean front panel with minor rack rash on top casing typical for studio gear. Knobs have some scratches, case screws were replaced with proper equivalents. Please review photo gallery for full physical condition.

Shipping & Handling:

The S1100 is a heavy, robust piece of pro audio history (~12 kg packed). Fully insured with signature required upon delivery.

• France Domestic Flat Rate: €45.00 EUR (via Colissimo / UPS with Signature & Full Insurance)

• European Union Flat Rate: €65.00 EUR (via UPS Standard / DPD with Signature & Insurance)

Buyer is responsible for any applicable import duties or local taxes if ordering outside the EU.

Feel free to reach out with any questions prior to purchase!