Oh yes, that's a nightmare, as well on the Chroma, MM and so on. My tech is a great supporter for replacing and always about to work on.MC wrote:The other foible is those d#mn trimpots. They are open frame CTS trimpots and prone to aging from oxidation. The same ones used in OBX and a common cause of failure. Both instruments were pioneer units with a lot of R&D, but in order to recoup costs they cut corners on the trimpots.
A restoration isn't complete without 100% replacement of trimpots. That day is creeping closer for my Polymoog...
Really, very important spot in many old synths.
And "Chapeau" for your taking out your Poly for gigging. You're courageous
. I'd never do.As for the ergonomics with the switch-buttons in the front-line I agree, they're very well placed, but playing temperamentally they're often been hitted unwillingly. This sometimes results in "undetected" soundchanges. ...........More discipline is afforded