Welson Super-Matic S12 Vintage Analog Rhythm Machine Drum Box (Italy, 1970s)

Vintage Welson Super-Matic S12 analog rhythm machine from the early 1970s, made in Italy.

Fully functional and sounding great. All preset rhythms work correctly.

Beautiful original wood enclosure and classic retro-futuristic front panel design. A rare early analog drum machine with loads of character and warm organic percussion sounds impossible to replicate with modern gear.

Features classic preset rhythms including:

- Waltz

- Tango

- Western

- March

- Samba

- Mambo

- Bossa Nova

- Swing

- Slow Rock

- Shake

- Rhythm & Blues

- Metronome

Additional instrument controls:

- Roll Drum

- Claves

- Tom 1

- Tom 2

One of the coolest features of the Super-Matic S12 is the ability to combine two rhythm presets simultaneously, allowing the creation of unique hybrid grooves and more complex rhythmic variations beyond the standard factory patterns.

This makes the unit surprisingly flexible and experimental for an early preset rhythm machine.

Volume and tempo controls work properly.

Perfect for:

- Vintage studio setups

- Krautrock / Library Music

- Lo-fi & experimental production

- Dub & psychedelic music

- Collectors of rare Italian electronic instruments

Cosmetically in very good vintage condition with minor signs of age consistent with use.

Very rare unit, especially in working condition.

Will be packed carefully for shipping.