OBERHEIM SYNTHESIZER


During Japanese 'Flash' tour, Freddie played synths, piano and guitar.

Model: OB-X
Synthesis: Analog Subtractive
Polyphony: 4, 6 or 8 voices
Keys: 61
Controls: CV, Gate
 Origin: Manhattan, Kansas, USA
Year of Manufacture: 1979

Source: Roger's own
First Used: 'The Game' recordings
Last Used: 'Hot Space' recordings
Fate: Unknown

After years of hating synthesizers, the band finally gave in and started employing them. The first they used was this, which Freddie played in 'The Game', 'Flash Gordon' and 'Hot Space'.