Ensoniq ASR-10 Advanced Sampling Recorder Vintage Sampler Keyboard Workstation - 100V
The Ensoniq ASR-10 is an excellent vintage sampler / workstation. It is feature loaded and allows the user to get really creative with designing their very own, unique sounds. It is lots of fun. We even keep one in our personal collection!
It features a 16-bit sampler, 16 MB of RAM, optional sample rates of 30 to 44.1 kHz and has all the professional sample editing functions you would expect to find from a pro sampler including autolooping, volume smoothing, normalize, crossfading, and time comp/exp and resampling. The ASR-10 can hold 127 WaveSamples, Up to eight layers of WaveSamples can be combined to create your final sound. The ASR-10 also integrates a digital effects processor and MIDI sequencer on-board for a complete workstation. There are up to 62 effects (including vocoding) based on Ensoniq's DP/4 effects processor. A whole range of reverbs, chorus, flange, phaser, distortion, digital delay and speaker effects.
The Ensoniq ASR units have been used by many famous recording artists like Daft Punk, Jimmy Edgar, Timberland, Kanye West, Autechre, Pharell Williams, Aphex Twin, Travis Scott, Jay Z and Blockhead just to name a few!
Condition:
- This is a used unit.
- Physically this unit is in good condition. It shows some general wear from use and age. The faceplate is pretty nice and just shows some general scratches and scuffs. The keys have yellowed, some are more yellow than others. Please keep in mind, in some photos they look whiter than they actually are. Please see photos for further details. Overall it is a nice piece!
- This ASR-10 has been serviced. All faulty components were replaced. During this service it got a few upgrades. These included:
- Maxing out the RAM to 16mB
- Installing a brand new Gotek with USB drive. This means there is no need to worry about the FDD failing or dealing with ancient floppy disks!! The ASR-10 will auto boot into the latest OS from the included USB stick. It has around 30 preformatted blank disks to save your own creations. This is easily expanded up to 1000 disks.
- SCSI option has been installed. - Please be aware, this unit is 100V. This means you MUST connect it to the correct step-down transformer before powering it on. If you are unsure about this feel free to send us a message as we would be glad to help you source the correct item. We also have some for sale HERE.
- The use of a step-down transformer may also apply to international buyers as well. Please ask if you are unsure so we can help you source the correct item.
- This sale is for the ASR-10 and a Japanese IEC cable for you to use with your step-down transformer.
Postage:
If you live in a remote area you will most likely incur extra charges as this unit is large and heavy.
Your order will be processed within 5 business days.
International import tax, duty, vat, custom fees or any other charges are not covered by us, nor included in the shipping fees. These are the responsibility of the buyer.
Return Policy:
Returns will only be accepted for manufacture defects / faulty items. Please contact us if you have any problems with your purchase and we will strive to work it out with you.
The Lofi Music Team have been providing professional audio solutions, restoration and repairs in the Sydney and Central Coast area for over ten years. Please see our very positive feedback and do not hesitate to contact us with any questions about this item or anything else you like in our store!