1980s Crumar Bit 01 Expander Rack Mounted Synthesiser
1980s Crumar Bit 01 Expander Rack Mounted Synthesiser
Condition: In fair condition with some cosmetic wear. No accessories included (case, power supply etc).
Photos shown are of the product on hand.
Ref: 31506
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
See it in person first? Ask to try it at the shop. Quote Ref: 31506.
Overview
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.
Specs
- 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
- 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
- Serial number: EX00192
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.
