The earliest design concept for the Optigan® was a small organ containing something like an Edison Cylinder. When the keys were pressed, they would push down needles onto the audio tracks. This proved
Are there any rare prototype discs available?
Yes, a few have surfaced, most notably “Mod Rock,” which reached the point of having an official catalog number and label art, but was mysteriously never put into production. Two copies came from Stan
What are the most rare Optigan® discs?
Apart from the test discs, the discs that were produced under Opsonar are the hardest to get ahold of. These are: Guitar Boogie Champagne Music Gospel Rock Swing It! Vox Humana Cathedral Organ Polka!
How much did Optigans cost new, and how much are they worth now?
There were several different models of Optigan® to choose from, ranging in price from about $300 to $500. As for how much they’re worth now, I suppose their value is in the eye of the beholder. I’ve s
Where can I buy an Optigan?
First, you should check the Optiswapit forum located on this website. Failing that, you should regularly do searches for “optigan” and “optigon” on eBay. Another potential online source is Craigslist.