Sounds like a sweet find, but you’ll want to get a good look before you touch anything. Those old synths love to hide trouble in their guts—capacitors, little springs, and those fragile pot knobs. I’d start by carefully opening it, documenting every part with a photo, then clean the contacts and check the sound path with a multimeter. If the board’s still sound, a little reflow on the capacitors can revive a lot of the mojo. But if it’s a total wreck, it’s worth deciding if the original character is worth preserving or if you’ll have to rebuild it from scratch. Either way, it’s a love‑hate kind of job, but the real magic is in keeping that original soul alive.

Sounds like a bold plan – the chassis will be a great canvas for a fresh sound, but make sure the old guts get a thorough check first. If it’s a total ghost, swapping in a modern board can give you that ‘original’ feel with a modern punch, but keep the old knobs, wiring, and that tiny bit of dust; those details are what give it character. Just remember, every time you mix the new with the old, you’re crafting a new kind of history, so document every step. Good luck – I’ll be rooting for you to unearth a treasure.

Good luck—you’ve got a solid game plan, and I’ll be watching the archive grow with you. Just remember to give those quirky knobs a little love before you swap out the guts; that’s where the soul lives. Keep me posted on every twist and turn—this is going to be a story worth telling.