Classic Keys, released in 2019, is an exhaustive study of 12 of the most iconic analog keyboards from the 60s and 70s, with entire chapters devoted to the Vox Continental, the Farfisa Compact, and the Gibson G101.  Includes information on more than 50 keyboards from that classic era.

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Keyboard sounds that launched rock music

"A beautifully photographed book focusing on the signature rock keyboard sounds of the 1950s to the early 1980s. The electric pianos, organs and early synthesizers that changed the musical world and created an enduring catalog of hits."

 

Check out the newly-released book, "Electronic Perspectives", by Tom Rhea

Not really a "Combo Organ" book, but of interest to anyone into early analog synths and related keyboards

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Electronic Perspectives
Vintage Electronic Musical Instruments
A Valentine for those who love electronic musical instruments (EMI)! Four hundred (400) pages
of high resolution photographs, graphics, vintage magazine articles, patent drawings, and all 52 of
Tom Rhea's "Electronic Perspectives"columns from
Keyboard magazine (1977-1981). Augmented
by (2) CDs of vintage and contemporary musical performances, demonstrations, with a number of
very rare sonic examples. You will hear a number of these vintage electronic musical instruments
for the first time!
No expense has been spared. This beautiful clothbound book has been produced and printed
using the highest quality materials, and it is enclosed in a striking and sturdy slipcase.
Electronic Perspectives: Vintage Electronic Musical Instruments
is destined to become a beloved keepsake. Limited 1st Edition will be available in January 2024.
See & hear the 3 minute video at: electronicperspectives.com
 

 

 

 

 

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