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96/382/1 Computer musical instrument, Qasar M8, metal/plastic, Tony Furse, Sydney, 1975-1978
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Object statement
Computer musical instrument, Qasar M8, metal/plastic, Tony Furse, Sydney, 1975-1978
Designed by Tony Furse

Made by Tony Furse and Creative Strategies, Sydney, Australia
Used by Tony Furse, Kim Ryrie and Peter Vogle as prototype to development of Fairlight CMI

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Description
Computer musical instrument, Qasar M8, metal/plastic, Tony Furse, Sydney, 1975-1978. Qasar M8 computer musical instrument consisting of central processing unit only. Rectangular black metal casing with components inside. Each end of polished timber. Series of control switches and sockets on one side. Front and back panels can be unscrewed to reveal electronic circuitry.

Made: 1975 - 1978
96/382/1
Production date
1975 - 1978
Height
445 mm
Width
1005 mm
Depth
465 mm

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Acquisition credit line
Gift of Tony Furse
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