Mellotronists

Hi all,

I had good fortune to spend a few minutes talking to Dave Cousins and John
Hawken last night prior to a gig and I asked about the trons. Dave said they
had the 2 M400's painted black during most of the mid 70's (one of which I
have) but then said they also had one of the big twin manuals one's as well.
John nodded and said "oh yes that was the really heavy one". I asked if it
was a MkV and Dave yes he thought so. This was a bit of a surprise but
unfortunately I didn't get the chance to ask any more. Does anyone know if
they did have a Mk V or MkII? If they did when did they use it? John is
using the Pinder samples on stage but he blends them with something else.

 

Cheers

John