Fairlight-CMI

> ISTR,

[ISTR = I Seem To Recall ] for those who, just like me, did not know...

> it's possible to use a 'note overspill' feature whereby if two
> Series III's are linked by MIDI one can send note data to voices on
> the second Series III (this is similar to the Matrix 1000 for example)

I would assume they can be linked via MIDI, but I recall reading an
article that mentioned the systems being able to be linked (not implying
MIDI).

> - but I may be wrong.  Of course, two sequences could be 'sync'd'
> together to increase the polyphony of a sequence :-)

Obviously :)

>> Is it safe to connect two or more series III CMi's using SCSI cables
>
> Most SCSI based systems work by the host being SCSI ID0 - if this can
> be changed on one of the Series III hosts then in theory, any volume
> mounted on the other Series III would be mountable on the second
> system - but this is theory only and would rely on the Series III
> suporting locking of volumes etc. - I've no idea how to change the
> host SCSI ID on a Series III

Possibly on the SCSI adapter card.

>> And again I would like to see a verified list of serial numbers and
>> (previous) owners so we can verify ownership claims.
>
> This is a good idea - I'm a member of a list for a small run sports
> car and the database has enabled people to check the history of their
> car when it changes hands - a similar idea for Fairlights would be
> neat IMO. Good suggestion Harald :-)

Thank you :)
Having such a list public would definitely help in identifying bogus
material being offered on e-bay or elsewhere.

I would also like to propose buying tips for newcomers. These could
include instructions how to approach positive identification of offered
units (serial numbers being photographed with specific names and words on
a piece of paper next to it for instance). I have done so in the past with
success.

This also ensures you get *recent* pictures, rather than stock photos or
old photos before a unit became damaged (which should influence price).

If there is a need, I volunteer to write these instructions, everyone's
input is welcome.


All this (and more) should help reduce fraudulent sellers being succesful.
With units as costly and rare as the Fairlight it does pay to be cautious.

> Philip

Best regards,
Harald.