Two iconic pieces of Prince’s musical legacy are about to change hands forever.

The Purple One’s equipment vault is opening its doors, revealing treasures that shaped the sound of a generation. Just like Jerry Garcia’s recent AI resurrection, Prince’s legacy continues to captivate and inspire, this time through extraordinary pieces of music technology history.

Standing before Prince’s Oberheim OB-8 reminds me of my first encounter with synthesizers at CCRMA. The way those knobs and faders could shape sound into emotion was pure magic – just like Prince’s ability to transform electronic tones into soul-stirring melodies that changed music forever.

Prince’s Historic Gear Goes Under the Hammer

A piece of music history is up for grabs as Prince’s legendary Oberheim OB-8 synthesizer and Amek mixing board head to auction. This isn’t just any old gear – we’re talking about the actual synth used on ‘Purple Rain’ and other iconic albums.

The OB-8 synth, sporting a 61-note keyboard and 8-voice polyphony, comes from keyboardist Matt ‘Dr.’ Fink’s collection and could fetch up to £100,000. It’s the same instrument that helped craft hits on ‘Around the World in a Day,’ ‘Parade,’ and ‘Sign o’ the Times.’

The Amek mixing board, used by the prince artist himself in 1980-81 at his Lake Minnetonka studio, holds the sonic fingerprints of ‘Dirty Mind.’ This 16-channel console, housed in dark-stained wood, is expected to sell for between £30,000 and £60,000 at the Propstore auction.

Your Chance to Own Music History

These aren’t just pieces of equipment – they’re time capsules of musical genius. Whether you’re a devoted Prince fan, a music producer, or a collector of legendary gear, this auction represents a rare opportunity to own a piece of music history. What would you create with Prince’s sonic legacy in your hands? Share your dreams in the comments below!

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