Overview
Up for sale is a visually stunning, vintage Oberheim OB-8 8-voice polyphonic analog synthesizer. Released in 1983, the OB-8 represents the absolute pinnacle and final refinement of the legendary Oberheim OB series (OB-Xa, OB-8). It is celebrated worldwide for its lush, massive brass tones, rich evolving pads, and complex modulation capabilities.

This particular unit is an incredible candidate for a collector. It is in Excellent cosmetic condition, but please read the functional description carefully below as it requires professional electronic service.

The Legendary OB-8 Architecture

The OB-8 utilizes premium, highly stable Curtis Electromusic Specialties (CEM) analog ICs for its oscillators, filters, and envelopes. What sets the OB-8 apart from its predecessors is its massive "Page 2" hidden parameter panel, giving you unprecedented control over LFO waveforms, voice detuning, pan pots for each voice, and envelope modulations. It also features a highly creative built-in arpeggiator and a classic 61-note keyboard layout.

Condition & Functionality Breakdown (Please Read Carefully)

• Cosmetic Condition: Excellent. The front panel is incredibly clean, the screen-printed lettering is crisp, and the classic blue pinstripes are vibrant. The wood side panels are structurally intact and show beautiful vintage grain with only minimal surface wear. It has been stored in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment.
• Functional Condition (Requires Service): This unit will be looked at by a certified vintage synth technician before shipping, but it is 100% fully functional.
• Because it requires a routine checkup to be brought to stage/studio readiness, it is being sold with full disclosure of its service needs.

Key Specifications

• Polyphony: 8 Voices (Two analog oscillators per voice)
• Filters: 2-pole (12 dB/oct) and 4-pole (24 dB/oct) resonant low-pass Curtis filters
• Memory: 120 patch storage memory slots
• Keyboard: 61-note synth action with split and layer modes
• I/O Connectivity: Mono and Stereo Audio Outputs, Arpeggiator Clock In, Filter and Volume Pedal inputs, Cassette Interface, and factory Oberheim System Bus interface.

Shipping, Insurance & Terms

High-value vintage polyphonic synthesizers are heavy, fragile instruments that require strict shipping safety standards.

• Origin: This item ships directly from the United States.
• Carrier: Shipped via UPS Ground with heavy-duty oversized handling.
• Full Insurance: Premium declared-value insurance coverage will be strictly included to guarantee your investment is completely protected.
• Costs & Duties: The buyer assumes full responsibility for all calculated shipping costs, as well as any applicable local import duties, VAT, or customs clearance fees if purchased internationally.
• Packing Standards: The synth will be wrapped in anti-static materials, isolated inside thick, high-density foam block padding, and securely double-boxed (or crated) to ensure it arrives in the exact cosmetic condition pictured.

Estimated Shipping Specifications:

• Unboxed Dimensions: 40.25" W x 20.25" D x 6" H (approx. 102cm x 51.5cm x 15cm)
• Unboxed Weight: ~42 lbs (19 kg)
• Estimated Shipping Box Size: 48" x 26" x 12" (Heavy-duty double-wall oversized box)
• Estimated Total Shipping Weight: ~55 lbs (including robust defensive structural padding)
• Estimated UPS Ground Cost Range (Fully Insured): $210.00 – $320.00 depending on the buyer's destination zip code relative to your US origin point.