Mellotronists

I've been told that swapping out that tape drum isn't a
> major task, so we'll see.

Oh! Probably several hours work for both sides of a MKII/M300  for 
we mortals I'd say.
> 
>      My only other suggestion is that someone, *please*, get the
>      "mothertron" 
> back from that museum in London ;-).  It doen't belong in a museum, it
> still has important work to do. My MKII needs tapes that actually mix
> sounds!

Here, here!

John
M300 #005
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Dear All,
> > 
> > We don't know how many people on this list have mellotrons BUT we
> > would like a very serious answer to a very serious question:  it
> > takes a lot of effort from a lot of people with a generous and
> > boyish enthusiasm to get stuff made, recorded, remanufactured and
> > generally made easily available for all and sundry who enjoy being a
> > member of the small and elitist group of Mellotron owners.  However,
> > sometimes the deafening silence to new sounds, products and
> > technical advice makes you wonder just who is listening.  A negative
> > reaction is just as valid as a positive one as long as there is a
> > reaction!  Did anyone like the Russian Choir?  Do you want new
> > sounds or are we rooted solely in the past(this is NOT a criticism).
> >  What modifications would you like to see made available(if
> > possible).  We will be able to offer genuine copies of the original
> > Tape Frame cases very soon if anyone would like them.  Lets have
> > some feedback on what would excite and enthuse the mellotron owners
> > on this list so that those involved in preserving the instruments
> > can priorortise their efforts.  Thanks.
> > 
> > Martin
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