Synthi VCS3 Interface Modules
Here you will find an expanding series of custom interface modules
specifically designed in their functionality and appearence for the
Synthi VCS3 (mk2). The cases are hand made from Afrormosia hardwood
(original wood used on the VCS3). Particular attention is placed on the
front
panel design (engraved satin silver hard anodised aluminium) and use of
original synthi knobs to complement the VCS3 and DK1/2 keyboards.
In many case these units can also be used with a VCS3 (mk1), but
with reduced functionality in some cases. Please consult the specific
interface page for more details on compatibility of a particular
interface with the VCS3 (mk1).
My intention is to develop more new and imaginative interfaces for
the Synthi VCS3 and in particular making use of the presto connector
(the 32 way card edge conenctor found on the majority of VCS3 (mk2) but
is also a possible retrofit on those units that dont have them). This
presto connector allows full interfacing of the 16x16 Synthi
patching matrix to the outside world..a very powerful and unique
feature of the EMS Synthi. It was never really exploited that much by
EMS, only the 3 prestopatches and 32x32 (and 49x49) patching
matrices come to mind as using this interface.
These pages will be updated as new designs are developed.
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