Vintage 1970s wurlitzer piano service manual part no. The wurlitzer 200a and other 200 series keyboards have firm, dense damper felts. Height approx 33 inches 84cm, length approx 40 inches 102cm, depth 19. Wurlitzer was first to introduce a 24 play mechanism in 1937 with the model 24. The 200 has a much noisier preamp than the 200a and both can easily be improved upon. However, if it never or hardly had any maintenance chances are great it doent perform like it should anymore. The white wurlitzer sometimes seen being used by bands such as the beach boys, the carpenters and supertramp was a custom painted finish not made by the manufacturer. Wurlitzer 200a 200 electric piano sustain pedal ma. Timeless songs like i am the walrus by the beatles or whatd i say by ray.
See more ideas about jukebox, manual and literature. Wurlitzer enjoyed initial success largely due to defense contracts to provide musical. I believe the physical piano action is the same in both instruments. The better your problem and question is described, the easier it is for other wurlitzer classic 2000 owners to provide you with a good answer. Wurlitzer electric piano legs, plates and sustain pedal 200 200a 206. We have proficiency in offering quality services in order to provide our customers most satisfactory and valueadded services help them to.
Our website has lots of manuals and documentation for many brands in multiple languages as pdf, djvu or paper document. What is the difference between the wurlitzer 200 and 200a. Timeless songs like i am the walrus by the beatles or whatd i say by ray charles both utilize a wurlitzer electric piano. Straight from the 70s, the wurlitzer 200a electric piano provided an update to the original model 200 with a new and improved amplifier circuit, complete with speaker. Other than the size of the cabinet, the main cosmetic difference between the two. This is not an ad for what i do, this is just me documenting my findings. Turning the pickup axis knob clockwise makes the pickup move from an. If purchasing a 200a amplifier, we highly recommend replacing the preamplifier as well. The company initially imported stringed, woodwind and brass instruments from germany for resale in the u. Rare wurlitzer omni 4000 keyboard computer owners manual 1983 hal leonard. All manuals on can be viewed completely free of charge.
Need wurlitzer 200a dimensions music player network. Wurlitzer ep 200a specifications from the original manual 1. If youve got the legs, you might want to make a pocket remove foam in the bottom of the case approx 25 x 6. This document covers maintenance of the action and electronics of wurlitzer s electric piano models from the 140b onwards earlier models with tube circuitry are not included. Wurlitzer 200 series for all 200 series pianos piano mechanical manual contents. A wurlitzer 206 is a 200 series wurlitzer electric piano which was designed for and marketed to schools and universities. Manufactured by the wurlitzer company dekalb, illinois 60115. The main difference between rhodes and wurlitzer keyboards is the tone. If you cant decide between a wurlitzer 200 and a 200a, this guide may help. More information order wurlitzer style chrome knob. Wurlitzer 1015 jukebox bubbler 1947 original, workswell wurlitzer 61 jukebox restored. Wurli v is arturias amazingly accurate physical model of the classic wurlitzer 200a electric piano. What is the difference between a wurlitzer 200 and a wurlitzer 200a. Your wurlitzer 200 or 200a piano is now over 35 years old.
On earlier electronic pianos, such as the wurlitzer 112 and 120, felts are often softer and more cottony in appearance. Many artists over the years have incorporated the punchy reed tone of a wurlitzer 200a in their recordings or performances. Now this has got to be one for me, at least most of it. So when you work on your jukebox you can constantly run back and forth to your computer to print out the information you think you need. The electronics and action are identical to a any 200 series wurlitzer. When played gently the sound can be quite sweet and vibraphonelike sounding very similar to the rhodes. The price of the wurlitzer 200a isnt cheap, but is definitely a reasonable price used if you can find one as this is truly a great electric piano that has a ton of great features to it.
So you think maybe a cd manual would be better than a paper manual. The released 200 different machines in our database under this trade name, starting in 1933. Troubleshooting the wurlitzer 200 series amplifiers this text is directly taken from the wurlitzer 200 service manual notes. The varivibe can be installed in a stock 200a, but wurlitzer model 200 pianos require the warneck research ep200 amplifier board. I am very excited to announce that the wurlitzer 200 is fixed and operational. I say wurlitzer 200 instead of 200a because a nice chap emailed me and let me know that i actually had an earlier model. Designed for gigging musicians, the 200a was released in 1974 and had an updated amp and speaker design over its predecessor, the model 200. Provide a clear and comprehensive description of the problem and your question. Model s 200a click here to buy wurlitzer transistors from bustedgear use0 on 200a 214 a only ano grn jacket use0 on 200a 21 a a ano f ron point 10, 2037. This page lists owners manuals, service manuals and documentation available for wurlitzer audio, music, stage and studio equipment. The 200a was only available in black and avocado green. Wurlitzer 200a 200 electric piano sustain pedal made by.
Buy new wurlitzer 200a piano oval power cord cable. Service manuals fender rhodes, wurltizer, vintage vibe. This covers all key action, regulation, adjustments, hammer, lost motion, key dip, back checking, letoff, damper regulation, voicing, tuning etc. Mar 15, 2015 downloadable wurlitzer jukebox manuals in pdf wurlitzer. I was wondering were i can get the manual for the wurlitzer 200a and the cost of. Is there a wurlitzer 200 and 200 a,or is it normally referred to as the 200. The 200 was available in black, dark forest green, red or beige. The rudolph wurlitzer company, usually referred to as simply wurlitzer, is an american company started in cincinnati in 1853 by german immigrant franz rudolph wurlitzer. Service manual fur wurlitzer musikboxen fernwahl wandbox fw100 200, gebraucht. Wurlitzer service manuals complete servicerepair manual, and its in pdf format.
Wurlitzer 200a repair and low noise mods by illdigger. At first glance they may seem identical, but each model has its own distinguishing characteristics. The electronics and action are identical to a any 200series wurlitzer. Pigtail lead fuses for wurlitzer model 200, 203, 203w, 206, 207, 214, 200a, 206a, 207a, 214v, and 214va electric pianos. Wurlitzer introduces the wurlitzer 500 jukebox and wurlitzer 600 jukebox, featuring the 24 play mechanism and sharing the same basic cabinet design though the model 600 is a smaller cabinet. This document covers maintenance of the action and electronics of wurlitzers electric piano models from the 140b onwards earlier models with tube circuitry are not included. The wurlitzer electric piano was first manufactured in the very early 60. Mar 15, 2015 downloadable wurlitzer jukebox manuals in pdf see more ideas about. We have proficiency in offering quality services in order to provide our customers most satisfactory and valueadded services help them to meet their requirements. Not that it matters in this particular case, but i read on a danish forum that a wurlitzer 200a fits perfectly into the nord c1c2 gigbag. I took the pictures for my own referencing, not intended to show off the mods, i appologies for lack of detailed pics of the mods. Wurlitzer model 1400, 1450 1951 manual jukebox manual.
May 04, 2009 wurlitzer 200a w variable vibrato and tube amp electric piano restoration by vintage vibe duration. This will ensure that your new amplifier is fed the best signal possible and prevent you from having to deal with any of the noise and reliability issues exhibited by old preamps. Troubleshooting the wurlitzer 200 series amplifiers. The iconic sound of the wurlitzer electric piano has ruled the airwaves for over half a century. Ask the question you have about the wurlitzer classic 2000 here simply to other product owners. I cant say enough about how great all of the electric pianos sound in fender rhodes family, and the wurlitzer 200a is one of the best of its kind.
The last version to be introduced was the 200b in 1978. A wurlitzer 206 is a 200series wurlitzer electric piano which was designed for and marketed to schools and universities. Wurlitzer 200a w variable vibrato and tube amp electric piano restoration by vintage vibe duration. Comparative analysis of acousticelectromechanical keyboard. View and download wurlitzer 200 service manual online. Wurlitzer 200 for sale in uk 51 used wurlitzer 200. More information order wurlitzer 200 series hinges. Standup performance wurlitzer 200a legs set of four made by vintage gear. By using the select a language button, you can choose the language of the manual you want. I leave feedback for you and ask that you leave positive feedback for me on receipt of your item.
In the case of the wurlitzer a vibrating steel reed. The wurlitzer electric piano was the first electric piano to be manufactured and sold. In conjunction with our technology development and manufacturing partner, warneck research, weve developed the varivibe a top quality variable vibrato unit for wurlitzer 200 and 200a pianos. Note that the composition of wurlitzer felts has changed across models. New old stock jukebox parts jukebox parts that are still factory new. Yes, there is indeed a 200 and a 200 a, as well as a 200 b. Variable speed vibrato for 200200a ken rich sound services. My wurlitzer lives by my left side as i face the monitor and theres a tape measure by my right hand on the desk. Wurlitzer service manuals complete servicerepairmanual, and its in pdf format. New old stock jukebox parts mikesmusicalmemories fotki. From the service manual that just so happens to be sitting on my desk, 40 wide 18 916 deep 7 18 tall. In the case of the wurlitzer a vibrating steel reed acts as the zero potential. The legendary wurlitzer ep 200a was the high end model of the wurlitzer.
Chances are it still does the job and gives a good sound. A short guide to wurlitzer electronic piano sustain. Wurlitzer 200 and 200a piano maintenance and repair. Easily liftable by one adult but very awkward because of the shape. Unfollow wurlitzer 200 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Height approx 33 inches 84cm, length approx 40 inches 102cm, depth 19 inches 49 cm.