{"product_id":"hohner-mse-1-synthesizer-module-black-fair","title":"Hohner MSE-1 - Synthesizer Module - Black - Fair","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHohner MSE-1 - Synthesizer Module - Black - Fair\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFair condition — a fully working unit at a great price\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRare 1984 Japanese MIDI expander with built-in drum machine and 30 tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA genuinely scarce early MIDI module that commands strong collector interest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition: Fair\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hohner MSE-1 is a fair-condition item. This unit has not been functionally tested by our team. Note: The unit's base moves around considerably due to missing screws. Please review all photos carefully, as they provide an accurate representation of the cosmetic condition of the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHohner MSE-1 (Black)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo additional accessories included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hohner MSE-1 is a rare digital sound module released in 1984 and manufactured in Japan, functionally identical to the Casio CSM-1. It is a desktop expander with no built-in keyboard, designed to be driven via MIDI from an external controller. The synthesis engine offers 30 tones, 20 rhythms, and over 30 drum sounds, with 3-voice polyphony across programmable slots plus a dedicated fourth channel for drums — making it multitimbral and capable of syncing its drum patterns to MIDI clock. Outputs include stereo line out (L\/R) alongside MIDI In, Out, and Thru. Separate volume sliders give real-time control over individual channels. It runs on batteries or 9V DC, making it portable as well as studio-friendly. Users have dubbed it an \"Alien Groovebox\" for its distinctly odd and characterful sounds — a fitting description for one of the more obscure desktop modules of the early MIDI era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA great opportunity to own a Hohner MSE-1 at this price point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hohner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53952886669649,"sku":null,"price":179.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0775\/6913\/0833\/files\/25b59c15-9de9-45ee-892b-4105156901d3.jpg?v=1780579026","url":"https:\/\/www.audiotrader.co.uk\/products\/hohner-mse-1-synthesizer-module-black-fair","provider":"Audio Trader","version":"1.0","type":"link"}