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Crumar
1980s Crumar Bit 01 Expander Rack Mounted Synthesiser
1980s Crumar Bit 01 Expander Rack Mounted Synthesiser
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The Crumar Bit 01 Expander Rack Synthesiser delivers a warm, vintage analogue tone that is a super-rare find. Perfect for synth enthusiasts who crave hands-on control and rich, characterful sound. A true collector’s piece from the golden era of 80s synthesis, this rack unit is ideal for musicians, producers, and vintage gear lovers seeking a historically significant, MIDI-capable Italian polysynth.
- 6‑voice programmable polyphonic analog synthesizer in a 3U rack format; rack version of the Bit‑99 keyboard synth
- Oscillators: Two digitally controlled analog DCOs per voice (triangle, sawtooth, pulse; noise available on DCO 1)
- Filters & Envelopes: 24 dB resonant low-pass VCF with dedicated VCF and VCA ADSR envelopes per voice
- Modulation: Dual LFOs per voice. Waveforms include triangle, ramp (up-saw), and square
- Performances & Memory that stores up to 99 patches; 75 single patches, and 24 split/double performance presets
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Split/Layer Capability that offers Upper/Lower zones with separate audio outputs—great for layering or splitting sounds
- MIDI In (no MIDI Out) with support for all 16 channels, modulation, pitch bend, and patch changes
- Optional parameter editing via front‑panel interface and cassette tape backup (no MIDI patch dumps)
- Released 1985–88, replacing the Bit‑One and preceding the Bit‑99 keyboard version; designed by Crumar, with Mario Maggi’s involvement in the design lineage
- Second-hand, in fair condition with some cosmetic wear as shown.
- No accessories included (case, power supply etc).
- EX00192
- Every preloved product is carefully tested when we buy it and again before it’s shipped to you, so you can shop with confidence. Each item comes with a 3-month electrical warranty and a 6-month structural warranty, excluding accidental damage, misuse or broken strings.
SKU:31506
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