Keio (Korg) Minipops MP-7

Keio Mini Pops MP7 for sale.

Serviced and ready to ship.

The Keio* Mini Pops is an iconic and unique-sounding analogue beat box, famously-used by Jean-Michel Jarre on his Oxygene album but there’s so much more mileage in one of these than a JMJ tribute.

One of the best beatboxes ever: in Tony’s top 3.

He says: "At first glance, it’s a simple early Korg (Keio) drum machine with the usual assortment of rhythms but it has a very unique sound that has meant I have always had one in the studio. Standard preset rhythms can be modified by simultaneously pressing combinations of buttons. The “Quijada” sound is instantly-recognisable and unique to the Mini Pops. There’s something very special in these boxes and I find myself reaching for mine more than any other (possibly alongside Korg’s later KR55/55B)."

This one has clearly seen some action, but they are robust little things and after a service it sounds great.

Service work included the usual replacement of failing capacitors and cleaning of sliders/pots etc. Note that some sliders may crackle if the unit is left unused but this will clear with a few sweeps of the slider.

*Keio was the forerunner of the mighty Korg.

Condition

Fair vintage condition - this one has lived a full life but this doesn't detract from the sound which is glorious. The faceplate is very weathered with faded colours on the buttons and knobs. There are some paint spots to the back of the unit. Please see photos or get in touch if you require more information.

Voltage Information

100V

Tax

For sales in UK the price will include 20% VAT. Buyers elsewhere may incur VAT or other local taxes on import.