Description
The LinnDrum is an iconic 1980s drum machine renowned for its punchy, perfectly sampled acoustic drum sounds that helped define the sound of countless hit records by artists ranging from Prince to Michael Jackson. With its instantly recognizable kicks, snares, cymbals, and signature groove, it remains one of the most desirable vintage drum machines ever made and a timeless studio classic.
Here’s a video of the LinnDrum that is for sale:
The drum machine is in very good condition with some blemishes to the front panel and a couple of plugged holes on the back panel. This LinnDrum was serviced by Synthchaser in October 2026. Work done included:
- New Synthchaser 5VSR Power Supply Board
- New Power Transformer
- New Synthchaser LinnDrum Main Filter Screw Terminal Capacitor Replacement – Replacement for the large under-rated screw in capacitor, often overlooked in servicing these
- Power Supply Capacitors Replaced
- All 32 brand new sliders – Synthchaser LinnDrum Slider Kit installed for both panning and volume
- All pushbutton switches cleaned
- All rotary pots cleaned
- New 40 pin Mixer board ribbon cable
- New AA NiMH rechargeable batteries installed in holder
- Factory patterns loaded
Prospective buyers are welcome to come try it out before purchasing. Local pickup is welcome and encouraged. If being shipped, the instrument will be packed well and insured for the full purchase price, but this is a vintage electronic item, so all sales will be as-is and final.
International shipping is available for this item, but it cannot be ordered through the website with international shipping. Please contact me if you are an international buyer interested in purchasing this.
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