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Re: [Mellotronists] Manufacturing Unobtainium

2003-10-30 by Mike Rivers

Oh yeah, there it is...
Good idea




> Folks,
>
> I may have stumbled across someone who can tap in to some excess factory
> capacity in Singapore.  He has already produced sliders and switches for
> the MG-1 synth---something made of the purest unobtainium, until now.
>
> I *may* (let me stress that---MAY!!) be able to have other parts produced,
> electronic or mechanical.  Obviously there'd be minimum orders, etc, but
> that'd all have to be worked out.
>
> MG-1 switches/sliders are a great start, as would be 1K tempco
> resistors.  But those aren't used in 'trons.
>
> What 'tron parts do we find we're lacking?
>
> Here's my list:
>
> #1)  The red plastic cap/knob for the on-off switch for the M400.
>
> :-)
>
> If I could find out how many folks out there need one of these and how
much
> they'd be willing to shell out, *perhaps* I can get a run of them made.
>
> I would also need detailed pics/drawings with measurements, or I'd have to
> send him the one I have (not desirable, but may have to).  Anyone got some
> heavy duty specs on those buggers?
>
> I figure we can start with this simple item.  If there are other 'tron
> parts that are made of unobtainium and for which we'll need some stock,
I'd
> be glad to compile a list.
>
> Soooo...If you need an on-off cap for your switch, please send me an
e-mail
> and let me know the quantity and price you'd be willing to pay per
> item.  Also indicate other parts you're seeking, and maybe we'll work on
> that stuff next *if* this goes well.
>
> Thanks,
>
> ...kl...M400 #805, I wonder if he'd do blue ones...?
>
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