Vintage Roland Jupiter-8 61-Key Analog Synthesizer - Serviced [12-Bit] [with MIDI/DCB]

Item Description:

Up for sale is a legendary holy grail of analog synthesis: a vintage 1980s Roland Jupiter-8 61-Key Synthesizer (Serial Number: [161627]).

This is an original, authentic piece of music history, widely regarded as one of the finest polyphonic analog synthesizers ever built. Known for its lush, massive soundstage, discrete VCOs, and iconic beautiful interface, this Jupiter-8 is ready to become the centerpiece of a world-class studio or a prized collector’s piece.

Technical Profile & Condition:

• Voice Condition: [Excellent / Fully Functional]. All 8 voices tune perfectly, hold pitch flawlessly, and pass the internal calibration/tuning routines without issue.
• Cosmetic Condition: [ Beautiful vintage condition with minor cosmetic wear consistent with age. Please see high-resolution photos for exact details on the chassis, end cheeks, and keybed.]
• Interface: Every single slider, knob, switch, and LED functions exactly as it should. No scratchy pots or dead buttons.
• Hardware Variant: This is the highly desirable [12-bit] version.
• Modifications/Connectivity: Equipped with [AC 240V, 50/60Hz, 90 Watt].

Recent Service History

To ensure complete reliability for the next owner, this unit was last serviced in [16/6/15] by [Garry West, License No: EASQ129302]. The service included:

• [Full power supply check and recapping]
• [Internal cleaning of all pots and sliders]
• [Keybed leveling and contact cleaning]

🎥 Video Demo Available: I understand buying a vintage instrument of this caliber requires absolute peace of mind. I have recorded a comprehensive video showing the synth booting up, passing its tuning sequence, and playing through various patches to demonstrate that every single voice chip and slider functions perfectly. Please message me directly for any questions.

Shipping, Packing & Logistics

Due to the extreme rarity, weight, and fragile nature of this instrument, it will be treated with the utmost care:

• Professional Packing: It will be meticulously packed using heavy-duty, double-walled boxes and premium foam/bubble wrap protection to ensure a bombproof journey.
• Insurance & Signature: It will ship via [FedEx / UPS / DHL / Freight], fully insured for the final sale value, requiring an adult signature upon delivery.
• Local Pickup: Local pickup is highly welcome and preferred in the [New York] area.

International buyers, please contact me prior to purchasing or offering to discuss exact freight shipping costs, customs declarations, and voltage considerations.

Don't miss the chance to own an absolute masterpiece of synthesizer history. Feel free to reach out with any serious inquiries or to request the video demo link. Offers welcome!