The Compound Recording Studio

Akai AX-80 Synthesizer


A new member of the Compound - this lovely device has been well cared for over the years. Not quite like my DX7, but a close second. There is nothing like acquiring a 20+ year old machine that looks factory fresh.

This synth is a joy to program. The readout matched with the control knob is as easy to dial in a sound as an array of sliders.


Insert boring specs..
Polyphony - 8 Voices
Oscillators - 2 per voice plus Sub Oscillator
Memory - 64 user, 32 preset
VCA - 8 ADSRs (1 per voice)
Keyboard - 61 velocity sensitive keys



Acquired: 2008

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