Mellotronists

On Sat, 27 Aug 2005, lilainjil wrote:

> Just thought I would let you all know that I am now in possession of a mellotron
> M400... serial number #710.   Will have to replace the old CMC motor drive.
> Otherwise it is in pretty good condition.   It is missing the track selector switch (where
> can I find one of these?) and the small blocks beside the keyboard need to be
> repainted (?).



congrats and welcome to the club!
you are in the right place for advice, tips, and abuse ;0)
[not always in that order]

...jeff


> Tape set:   flute/violins/choir.  I'll be looking at a second tape set sooner or later.
> Any recommendations?  I do like the sound of Fritz Doddy's alternate set mentioned
> in the Mellotron book:  medieval woodwinds/M300B strings/bass accordion+cello
> split.  Maybe swap the medieval woodwinds with bass clarinet.
>
>
> Andy McNeill
>
> www.andymcneill.com
>
> ...home of The Maple Mountain Sunburst Triolian Orchestra