200e

I have to side with Kai. It doesn't matter how small or unique an operation is, a product 
sold as 'New' should not only be in unused condition, but also look it. It's very possible 
that the scratch on the wood panel could have happened during the testing/building 
process, but that jack looks VERY used. It's way beyond a blemish from the factory. I'd like 
to see more pictures if possible. 

True, the 200e is an incredible system, but that in no way justifies putting up with 
receiving beat up modules, especially considering the amount of money involved.

Gus


--- In 200e@yahoogroups.com, "kai200e" <kai200e@...> wrote:
>
> o.k. after i get no response on my emails to Don i have to write here.
> And after i get no help here i will spreed out on the whole Internet.
> 
> I just want to know if i am the only one who get a used System? 
> 
> After my 200e arrived i found out that most of the Moduls are used one.
> Checking the date of service shows me that there where build in 2007.
> Looks like they where on a Exhibition or used by are Studio for some
> time. They are a lot of scratches on the Modules and on the Wood case.
> 
> My first Email got a response that says "
> 
> Thanks for pointing out the handling marks on your system.  We will
> re-emphasize the need for careful handling to our testers.
> 
> The appearance of a bit of use is quite accurate.  Your instrument has
> been subjected to many days of field testing, as are all of our
> instruments.  None of your modules are "second hand".
> 
> Sorry about the minor blemishes.  We'll  try to do better.
> 
> Cheers,
> 
> Don Buchla "
> 
> I can only say that my Buchla looks very used and it is dirty. Also if
> it was field tested why are one poti do not work correct?
> 
> 
> Kai
>