[net.music] MIDI/synthesizer followups

grs@iwslc.UUCP (02/05/84)

In response to various articles I have just read relating to MIDI,
synthesizers, and keyboards:

	1) I am very interested in MIDI instruments and devices, and
	   am in the process of home brewing a couple MIDI devices.
	   Any contact with other MIDI enthusiasts is welcome.

	2) I just recently joined the International MIDI Society
	   (users group).  I think its a very worthwhile organization.
	   Membership to this group usually costs $40 a year.  I
	   think that they've reduced membership rates to $25 through
	   March.  By joining this group, you will automatically
	   receive the current MIDI spec.

	3) Relating to guitar synthesizers, I believe Roland is
	   coming out with a MIDI guitar.

	4) Yamaha electric grand info:
	   A good place to buy one in the Chicago area is DJs in
	   Cicero.  Approx. cost $3200 for a CP-70B, $3800 for a CP-80.
	   The total weights are 286 lbs and 313 lbs, resp.
	   The instrument does come apart in two sections, though.
	   The individual sections weigh between 136 and 167 lbs.

	5) How about more MIDI/synthesizer/keyboard articles on the
	   net?

				George Shutack
				..!ihnp4!iwslc!grs