1970s National SY-50 Automatic Rhythm Machine
1970s National SY-50 Automatic Rhythm Machine
Condition: In good condition with some cosmetic wear. Power supply included.
Photos shown are of the product on hand.
Serviced, repaired if needed, and tested by our techs
3 months electrical, 6 months structural warranty
On used gear, excluding misuse, neglect, unreasonable wear and service items like strings. On top of your rights under consumer law.
Afterpay available on this one
Interest-free layby in store (20% deposit, up to 3 months) · Afterpay up to A$4,000, in store and online · Zip above A$4,000
7-day change-of-mind returns
From the day you receive it. A 20% restocking fee applies, and you pay return postage. Not for strings or mouth-played items. Faulty? No fee, and we pay postage. Returns policy
Pickup available at 16 Chrome Street
Usually ready in 2 hours
Overview
Similar in tone to the coveted Rhythm-55 and CR-78 machines of the same decade, the SY-50, manufactured by the National Company Japan (now Panasonic), is a classic and rare piece of Drum machine history. The SY50 features 16 rhythm presets that can be doubled up by pressing two buttons at the same time to generate unique 70's style beats. The noise generation for each percussive voice is fully analogue, and patterns can be controlled with respect to tempo, volume, and three switch toggles that subtract Snare, Clave, and cymbal from the mix.
While these machines originally featured touch-start switches on the top of the unit, the switches had a knack for corroding and breaking over time. For this particular unit, the touch bar has been removed from the top (see images). This means that in order to start and stop rhythms, a footswitch must be plugged into the back 'control' jack. Any basic amp or keyboard foot switch using 1/4" will suffice.
This unit has also been recently cleaned and serviced by our synthesizer technician.
Specs
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Voices | Bass drum, Snare drum, Low conga, Low bongo, High Bongo, Cowbell, Claves, Cymbal, Maracas |
| Ins/outs | 1X 'low imp' and 1X 'high imp' 1/4" line outs; 1X 1/4" controller in. |
| Power | 120V Aus plug included |
| Serial number | 832081 |
Condition & Warranty
Tested and under warranty. Every preloved item is serviced, repaired if needed, and tested by our techs before it goes on sale. Used gear comes with our warranty: 3 months for electrical faults and 6 months for structural faults. It excludes misuse, neglect, unreasonable wear and service items such as strings and batteries. It's on top of your rights under the Australian Consumer Law.
7-day change-of-mind returns. From the day you receive it, on new and preloved gear. It must come back as you received it. A 20% restocking fee applies, and you pay return postage. Not for strings or anything played with the mouth. If it's faulty, the fee never applies, your Australian Consumer Law rights apply, and we pay return postage. Returns policy
Shipping. Free standard shipping Australia-wide on orders over $199 and under 5kg, with an express option at checkout for most items. Guitars over A$2,000 ship free by courier to Qld, NSW, Vic, ACT and Tas, and half price to SA, WA and NT. Preloved items usually ship the same day or within 72 hours.
