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04 Apr 99 - 06:11 PM (#68107) Subject: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: DennisM Suzuki omnichord - some kind of keyboard?? is it for real? |
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04 Apr 99 - 07:02 PM (#68112) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Rick Fielding Very much for real! One of the great electronic wonders of the age. (and I'm not joking) Sort of an electronic autoharp with many bells and whistles. Daniel Lanois brought it into respectability in the last couple of years with his own Grammy award album and his work with Robbie Robertson. If it's under 300, grab it! If for nothing else as a conversation piece. |
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05 Apr 99 - 12:14 AM (#68190) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: catspaw49 Hey...Far out... How'd I miss this????? Inherited one ---No,Rick, not in a deer hunting accident --- and at first thought, whoopee. Then I got to fooling around and it's really a fun little gizmo. Rick described some other uses, but the bells and whistles part is fun. Got some rhythm and bass auto stuff that works really well including a Carter scratch kind of thing. Cool little "strummer" bar too. And it's a hearty little sucker that stands up well to small kids...and they love it. catspaw |
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05 Apr 99 - 03:49 AM (#68206) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Musicman A great instrument! I use it extensivly in my work as a music therapist. Great for two people, especially if one is handicapped. You, (the musician)plays the chords while the instrument plays cool rhythms, and the client/patient uses the strum plate to make cool sounds. Can't go wrong. I have seen even small (2-3yr olds) make movement that parents have never seen them do, just so they could hear the sound of the instrument! Great for someone with minimal movement, because it takes so little to make the strumplate sound. The instrument also has a memory for chords, midi capability, and other options. Chord buttons are laid out nicely, and straight forward for someone who is musical illiterate to be able to use. If your working with special needs adults or children, a must have on any instrument list! |
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05 Apr 99 - 09:51 AM (#68252) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Willie-O I've heard one in action...best of all it stays in tune! Bill |
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05 Apr 99 - 01:19 PM (#68282) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: katlaughing So...do they still make them? Where can we find them? Thanks, katl |
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05 Apr 99 - 07:00 PM (#68336) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Rick Fielding Hi Kat, Why not try dialing up Suzuki on your search engine, maybe they'll let you know the nearest distributor. They really are fun. I bought one about 20 years ago and today's model is much improved. |
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06 Apr 99 - 07:28 PM (#68634) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: DennisM I used the metacrawler search engine and found suzukimusic.com and about 3 others. the price range was 240 - 265 depending on options. I would like to find a super-music store in the orlando/tampa area that has them. I would like to see, touch and play around b4 buying. Thanks for all the input. |
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06 Apr 99 - 07:46 PM (#68641) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: John in Brisbane I am familiar with the version as originally released, and played by Billy Connelly in concert. I was tempted to buy one in Singapore (duty free) for about $US120 in the mid 80's, but didn't. I see them occasionally in the classifieds here for about $US60.
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07 Apr 99 - 03:15 PM (#68867) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: katlaughing Hi, thanks Rick, bet you must've thought I'd forgotten I had a search engine! I found a great site for these at www.joesvirtual.com/omni.htm#Prices and, at the same address a great letter from a long-time user with really valuable info at www.joesvirtual.com.omnitips.htm Sorry, I haven't learned to do direct linking, yet. They are charging (US)$242.20 for new one at that site. I think I've found a dream instrument, heck, maybe even a whole "orchestra" ***BG***! Thanks, katlaughing |
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07 Apr 99 - 03:48 PM (#68874) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Rick Fielding Hmmm, whole orchestra eh? Well it sounds better than a tipple orchestra...I think. |
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12 Jan 09 - 12:18 PM (#2538000) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: GUEST,grandpa k I've had an 84 since they came out.took me a while to learn how to use it, but found out that if you can hum a tune, you can play it. used it at many singalongs at campgrounds. |
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29 Jan 09 - 09:06 PM (#2552483) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: GRANBEE Hope someone can give me some help.I think Musicman can but dont know until i ask.I have an omnichord that i would like to play.My problem is that i am right handed and have limited use of my left hand because of a stroke from a brain anyursm at age 22.I havent figured out how to select and hold the notes down.If anyone has any suggestions I would appreciate it.I have never played anything more than a radio But have always wanted to play an instrument Im hoping at 48 " old dog can learn new tricks".I guess well see lol thanks GRANBEE |
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30 Jan 09 - 06:10 AM (#2552709) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: The Sandman how about the chordelia http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVlucTG1YO8 .personally I hateit,but it may be useful to you.the other possibility is either an anglo concertina or a duet concertina,both of which a melody can be played with one hand. |
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30 Jan 09 - 06:29 AM (#2552714) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Mr Happy http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omnichord At a session we attend monthly in Middlewich (UK), there's a lady plays one & sings while hubby plays dobro - all sounds great! |
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30 Jan 09 - 07:24 AM (#2552767) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Will Fly Well, I'd never heard of it, so checked out this. What fun! I could waste hours of time on one of these - so I'd better not... |
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30 Jan 09 - 02:27 PM (#2553127) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: Ebbie I know a trio that plays for retirement homes, business openings, fairs, churches and such like. Their instrument lineup: guitar, harmonica and omnichord. Good sound. |
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31 Jan 09 - 02:24 AM (#2553463) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: VirginiaTam I'm with Will. That thing would suck all my time away. I think they could be very therapeutic though. Add earphones so individuals could play without disturbing others and provide them to nursing homes, prisons and such. INSTIMUSIC = instant or institutional |
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31 Jan 09 - 08:49 AM (#2553600) Subject: RE: whats an Omnichord - is it a junk instrument From: McGrath of Harlow Earplugs might be another useful accessory... |