Maestro MRQ-1 (Rhythm Queen)

Up for sale is a beautiful Maestro Rhythm Queen MRQ-1 analog drum machine, manufactured by Maestro in the USA during the 1970s.

This unit is fully functional and in excellent vintage condition. Known for its warm, organic analog percussion sounds, it features a built-in speaker on the right side and an external output for studio integration. This is a must-have for vintage gear enthusiasts and lo-fi producers.

[Features & Controls] ⚙️

• 8 Preset Rhythms: Bossa Nova, Samba, Rumba, Go Go, Swing, Dixie, March, Waltz.
• Control Knobs: Volume, Balance, Tempo.
• Switches: Start (On-Off), Power (On-Off).
• Built-in Speaker: Automatically mutes when the external amp output is used.
• Jacks: External Amp (Standard Mono), Foot Switch (Standard Mono).

[Condition]

• Status: Fully functional. All rhythms and knobs work as they should.
• Cosmetics: Excellent vintage condition. As a device from the 70s, it shows minor signs of age, but it has been very well preserved. Please see pictures for blemishes. Please message me if you'd like more pictures or video. *Note the video below is not of my machine.

[Specifications] 📏

• Origin: Made in USA
• Dimensions: approx. 12.1" (W) × 7.5" (H) × 10.0" (D) (307 x 190 x 255 mm)
• Weight: approx. 13.2 lbs (approx. 6.0 kg)