{"product_id":"access-virus-c-desktop-virtual-analog-synthesizer-74216","title":"Access Virus C Desktop, Fully Recapped, All New Tacts, New Power Switch, Battery + PSU","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor sale: Access Virus C Desktop digital synthesizer in excellent condition and perfect working order. This is one of the cleanest and most well-serviced Virus C desktops (fully recapped with all new tacts) you will find available for sale in 2026.\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 20+ years ago (we will make Virus C cap kits available for sale soon). See photos 24-25.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eAll 35 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 22-23.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003e2 rotary potentiometers have been replaced. All remaining pots have been tested and confirmed good. All are smooth and function properly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eThe original OEM red LCD display remains installed and looks fantastic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eThe power switch has been replaced, eliminating another common failure point on the Virus 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. See photo 25.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eRunning the latest OS (6.5).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice positive\"\u003eWe have cleaned the unit thoroughly inside and out. There is no sticky residue or buildup commonly seen on Virus units from this era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"product_notice neutral last\"\u003eThe overall look of this unit is excellent, but it is not perfect. There is a small abrasion on the front (see photo 27), a tiny nick in the faceplate finish above the Effects button (see photo 5), a few scratches and abrasions on the rear panel (see photos 17-19), minor imperfections on the bottom plate (see photo 26), and normal wear on the side panels (see photos 27-28). Please examine all photos carefully, as we have done our best to document the condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the full recap, all new tact switches, new power switch, new battery, Triad PSU, and other maintenance work completed, this gorgeous Virus C desktop is well prepared for its next life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSale includes the synth, Triad 9V 2.0A power supply, and free shipping to the continental US.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Access Music","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43776481034358,"sku":null,"price":1450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/8378\/2006\/files\/access-virus-c-desktop-virtual-analog-synthesizer-1.jpg?v=1783183985","url":"https:\/\/captainblacks.app\/products\/access-virus-c-desktop-virtual-analog-synthesizer-74216","provider":"Captain Black's Gear Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}