Roland VP-330 Plus MK1 Vintage Vocoder & String Synthesizer (Serial No. 860738) – Rare & Fully Functional

For sale: A Roland VP-330 Plus MK1, an iconic analog vocoder and string synthesizer renowned for its lush sound and classic design. This is the original MK1 version, featuring the metal casing and rocker switches, making it highly sought after by collectors and musicians alike. Original owner, never on the road, non smoking studio bound.

Manufacturing Year:

Based on the serial number 860738, this unit was likely manufactured in 1980, near the end of the VP-330 MK1 production run (which lasted from 1979 to early 1980 before the MK2 was introduced).

Condition:

✅ Fully operational – All keys, sliders, and functions work flawlessly
✅ Excellent cosmetic condition – Very minimal wear for a synth of this age
✅ No major scratches or dings – Well-preserved vintage unit a few dings.
✅ Recently serviced by Rosen Sound - Serviced by Rosen Sound, a renowned Los Angeles-based tech firm known for servicing celebrity bands/composers and high-end vintage synth gear. Their work can be verified, ensuring top-tier, professional maintenance.

Features:

🎙 12-band vocoder – Smooth, intelligible vocoding, used in countless classic recordings
🎻 Lush string ensemble – Warm and rich analog string sounds
👥 Human voice chorus – Signature choir sounds, a defining feature of the VP-330
🎹 49 full-size keys – Responsive Roland keybed with a vintage feel
🔌 Built-in XLR microphone input – Plug in a mic and start vocoding instantly

Why Buy This Unit?

The Roland VP-330 MK1 has been famously used by Vangelis (Blade Runner soundtrack), Jean-Michel Jarre, Laurie Anderson, and Mike Oldfield. The MK1 is rarer than the MK2, making this a collector’s item as well as a powerful instrument. The recent servicing by Rosen Sound ensures it’s in top-notch working condition and ready for use. Sold “as-is”.

📦 Ships securely with professional packaging

🤔 Serious inquiries only – feel free to reach out with any questions.

🔹 Don’t miss out on this rare Roland VP-330 Plus MK1, expertly serviced and ready to play! 🔹