Keio Minipops MP-7 - SN 50438

Keio Minipops MP-7 - serviced vintage analogue drum machine

For sale: a fully serviced Keio Minipops MP-7 analogue drum machine, in excellent working order and ready to ship. Produced in Japan in the early 1970s by Keio Electronic Laboratories – the company that would later become Korg – the MP-7 is a true classic of the wooden box era of rhythm machines.

Renowned for its warm, punchy analogue drum sounds and unique character, the MP-7 features discrete analogue circuitry and instantly recognisable percussion voices – including the famously woody Quijada and Guiro. It delivers a sound that remains distinctive among early drum machines and continues to be sought after by producers and electronic musicians.

The MP-7 includes 20 built-in rhythm patterns, such as bossa nova, rumba, and rock variations. Multiple rhythms can be combined by carefully pressing more than one selector button at once – greatly expanding its rhythmic possibilities. This feature was famously used by Jean-Michel Jarre on his 1976 album Oxygène, combining presets to create complex and layered beats:

Oxygène 2 and Oxygène 4: Beguine + Slow Rock

Oxygène 6: Rumba + Bossanova

Équinoxe: Rock 1

Read more about the MP-7’s role in Oxygène in this excellent Sound On Sound article.

This machine remains a firm Soundgas favourite – the Keio Minipops MP-7 is one of the most charming and musically useful vintage rhythm boxes available. Whether used live or in the studio, its tone and feel add real analogue presence and rhythmic depth to any production.

Fully serviced by Soundgas

Distinctive vintage analogue drum voices

Expandable preset combinations

Excellent working condition

Serial number: 50438

A unique and iconic vintage drum machine – ready to integrate into your studio or live rig.

Condition

Very good overall vintage condition. The faceplate has some wear and a quite significant scratch next to one of the faders but overall the unit presents very well. Please see photos or get in touch if you require more information.

Voltage Information

It is a 100v Japanese model and will run fine on North American mains 115/120v without a transformer (we run all our tests using 120v power); however, a step-down transformer is recommended for extended use. A step-down transformer is required in the UK/EU. We do not recommend using cheap generic Chinese mains transformers and can supply a high quality UK-made unit if required.

Tax

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