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The JMI Jennings Organ Company Univox J6 synthesizer is a remarkable piece of musical equipment that blends timeless analog charm with modern performance capabilities. Designed for both seasoned musicians and aspiring synthesists, this instrument offers a rich palette of sounds that can ignite creativity in any setting. At its heart is a classic oscillator circuit, which delivers warm, vintage tones reminiscent of the golden era of synthesis.

The Univox J6 is celebrated for its intuitive layout and hands-on controls, making it accessible for live performances and studio sessions alike. The interface features a range of sliders and knobs that allow you to sculpt your sound with precision, from lush pads to punchy bass lines. With a 37-key keyboard, the Univox J6 is compact yet versatile, making it a perfect fit for both small studios and larger setups.

Musicians will appreciate the robust build quality and the thoughtful design that pays homage to its heritage while embracing today's technological advancements. Whether you're experimenting with new soundscapes or integrating it into your existing rig, the Univox J6 provides a unique sonic experience that stands out in any musical arrangement.

Key Features:

Classic analog oscillator circuit for vintage tones
37-key keyboard for versatile playability
Intuitive interface with sliders and knobs for sound shaping
Compact design suitable for various setups
Durable build quality with a nod to classic design elements

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Jack White

Singer, Guitarist

The Raconteurs

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Used on "Icky Thump", as stated by mix engineer Joe Chiccarelli to Sound on Sound and Mix Online (both October 2007). After years of the particular model being unspecified, the synth was featured in this April 15, 2019 Instagram post by The Raconteurs, which revealed that White purchased the instrument at Bungalow Bill's Music Store.

Sound on Sound October 2007

“The synthesizer was an old 1959 Univox that he found in New Zealand. It’s a suitcase synth with a speaker built into it, no DI. It’s very reedy, very mid-rangy, and it sounded so good in the room that the ambience you hear on it is just the room ambience."

Mix Online October 1, 2007

While the Stripes sound has its foundation in a guitar and drum combination, there were a handful of songs on Icky Thump that included some new instrument choices. For instance, the title track features a vintage Univox synthesizer that Jack White purchased in New Zealand. The keyboard doesn’t have a direct out like most keyboards; it has a built in speaker, so Chiccarelli put an 87 about five feet away from it. “It had so much personality that you didn’t want to put a mic inches away from it — you really wanted to capture how it sounded in the room.”

@theraconteurs Instagram, April 15, 2019

Jack reunites with the man who sold him the Univox Synthesizer that Jack used with The White Stripes on the song Icky Thump. #theraconteurs #jackwhite #univoxsynth #bungalowbillsmusicstore

Adrian Utley

Guitarist, Keyboardist

Portishead

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Part of Utley's studio, as pictured and specified in this November 2008 Sound on Sound interview.

As you might expect, Adrian Utley's studio is a treasure trove of old keyboards and synths, including (this page): Minimoog signed by Bob Moog, Philips Philicorda (with Elka bass pedals), Jennings Univox; and, opposite, ARP 2600 and modified EMS VCS3.