Well, it has been about 24 hours now and the old sun has traveled around the world one revolution. Enjoyed reading the responses from everyone myself. Realized not everyone would probably respond but was expecting a few more. Perhaps over the next week we will hear from others. On the other hand, maybe there just arent that many folks out there who are original owners any longer. After all it has been some fifteen to seventeen years for most of us who are original owners. Also seems like quite a few of us havent had to replace our batteries yet. Seems Grant Youngman has let us down by not sticking it out till his battery croaked. :) :)
Good to hear from Alfons in Barcelona, Spain. According to an old Authorized Repair Stations document I have from Ensoniq dated September 1987 there were no European repair stations at that time leading one to believe that there may not have been any dealers in Europe at that time. Repair stations listed outside the USA were in Argentina, Australia, Canada, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Japan. I am wondering if Alfons ordered his unit from a foreign dealer in 1990 or actually purchased it in Spain. If you get a chance Alfons holler back and tell us where you bought your unit. Just curious. Although there may not have been dealerships in Europe in 1987, that could have certainly changed by 1990.
Have to say I would have loved to have seen and heard Jim Ivys unique application of his VFX-SD. Perhaps there is a movie here. How bout Mr.Ivys Opus? I understand Richard Dreyfuss is available for the lead. :) Often wondered how a band/orchestra comprised of nothing but synths would fair with the public in public performances but never thought of a marching band application. Thanks for your great story Jim.
SR
P.S. As far as Harry Ebbeson III being considered an original owner the Original Owner Board will have to vote on that, but for now, barring any strong objections, we will consider you an Associate Original Member! :) :)