{"product_id":"access-virus-b-desktop-virtual-analog-synthesizer-82833","title":"Access Virus B Desktop, Fully Recapped, All New Tacts, New Display, Power Switch, Battery + PSU","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor sale: Access Virus B Desktop synthesizer in near-mint cosmetic condition and perfect working order. This one sets a new standard for the shop, as it's our 3rd fully recapped Virus B to be released into the wild. In addition to the recap, we've given this gorgeous Virus B a new display, all new tacts, and several other upgrades to bring it as close to like-new condition as possible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails below:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eAll capacitors on the main board and panel board have been replaced with modern equivalents that were carefully selected to match the characteristics of the original caps from 25+ years ago. For additional details on the capacitor selection process, see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/access-virus-b-recap-kit-main-board-panel-board\"\u003eVirus B recap kit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eAll 30 tact switches have been replaced with high-quality, brand-name tact switches rated for 3 million clicks. They are soft-touch and very close in feel and sound to the original tact switches (see photos 21-22).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eAll original ALPS pots are in great shape and none needed replacing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eThe LCD display has been replaced with a modern display that closely matches the original OEM colors. Backlight bleed has been addressed, so no internal light spill shines through adjacent push buttons. Note: The display is too bright for our camera, but it looks fantastic in person.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eThe LCD bezel has been polished to look its best (see photo 14).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eThe power switch has been replaced, eliminating another common failure point on the Virus B desktop series.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eShips with a high-quality 9V 2.0A power supply that provides more reliable operation than the original 12V 1.0A supplies these units originally shipped with. The lower voltage also allows the unit to run noticeably cooler, especially during extended sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eThe battery has been replaced with an Energizer CR2032 lithium cell. You should not need to replace the battery for ~10 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eUpdated to the latest OS (4.9).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eWe have cleaned the unit thoroughly inside and out. Even the knobs have been cleaned and look nearly new. There is no white or greasy buildup like you commonly see on Viruses from this era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice neutral last\"\u003eThe overall look of this instrument is near-mint, but there are a few minor imperfections in the finish and on the wood sides (please see photos 27-30). Please examine all photos carefully, as we have done our best to document the condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an absolutely beautiful Virus B desktop. With all the maintenance work and upgrades, it's well prepared for its next life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSale includes the synth, high-quality power supply, and free shipping to the continental US.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Access Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43934415978614,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/8378\/2006\/files\/1-access-virus-b-desktop-synthesizer-fully-recapped_dfd1b758-5d15-4fee-976e-a306ea5cb487.jpg?v=1785535897","url":"https:\/\/captainblacks.app\/products\/access-virus-b-desktop-virtual-analog-synthesizer-82833","provider":"Captain Black's Gear Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}