I have a lovely 73-key Mk2 suitcase piano that I purchased without the cabinet. I've it set up on a stand now, but I'd love a more stable setup and authentic look with the appropriate cabinet. If anyone has a spare cabinet, I'll take it off your hands! I'm in Bham, AL but willing to make a reasonable roadtrip for the right piece. Thanks!
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The Fender Rhodes Electric Piano / Re: Rhodes Mkii ID help + Advice request
March 27, 2025, 04:00:53 PM
Good tip, thank you. I'll be careful with those.
As far as other stage models go, any idea whether the 3/4" thick bottom piece is exactly that? Or is 7/10" close enough you think? Wondering if I could install the legs on the case and then mount the "keybed" onto another piece of plywood to place within the case.
As far as other stage models go, any idea whether the 3/4" thick bottom piece is exactly that? Or is 7/10" close enough you think? Wondering if I could install the legs on the case and then mount the "keybed" onto another piece of plywood to place within the case.
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The Fender Rhodes Electric Piano / Rhodes Mkii ID help + Advice request
March 25, 2025, 10:16:55 AM
I found a great deal on this beauty and admittedly jumped on it before I had a chance to do my proper research... I've noticed a few quirks with this model and was hoping someone could provide me with some more information and advice on how to get it in tip-top shape.
What I know
Seemingly, this is a suitcase top without the cabinet, given that is has the 5-pin Janus preamp and has not had legs installed.
That said, while doing my research (with hopes of ultimately installing stage legs), I read that suitcase models have a thinner 1/2" piece of plywood on the bottom of the case. This one measured in at 7/10", seemingly much closer to the thicker stage specs. I also gathered that this period is unique in that the keys sit directly on the case, rather than a detachable keyed -- perhaps this explains the thicker bottom?
I've also not seen any other preamps with the 5-knob configuration online, only the 3-knob/2-slider one. The seller included a power supply, so I will be able to fully test the preamp once my 5-pin cable arrives.
In any case, I'm looking for any unique information about my piano. Does anyone have experience with one like this? As for the case, is the 7/10" bottom thick enough to safely accommodate flanges/legs? I'd love to have an authentic looking piano, whether that means adding legs or trying to track down a cabinet.
Thanks in advance!
What I know
- 1982 (if I'm interpreting 4082 correctly)
- Plastic keys
- No legs
Seemingly, this is a suitcase top without the cabinet, given that is has the 5-pin Janus preamp and has not had legs installed.
That said, while doing my research (with hopes of ultimately installing stage legs), I read that suitcase models have a thinner 1/2" piece of plywood on the bottom of the case. This one measured in at 7/10", seemingly much closer to the thicker stage specs. I also gathered that this period is unique in that the keys sit directly on the case, rather than a detachable keyed -- perhaps this explains the thicker bottom?
I've also not seen any other preamps with the 5-knob configuration online, only the 3-knob/2-slider one. The seller included a power supply, so I will be able to fully test the preamp once my 5-pin cable arrives.
In any case, I'm looking for any unique information about my piano. Does anyone have experience with one like this? As for the case, is the 7/10" bottom thick enough to safely accommodate flanges/legs? I'd love to have an authentic looking piano, whether that means adding legs or trying to track down a cabinet.
Thanks in advance!
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