FS: STS Serge custom panel, similar to Animal (based in Europe)

[Rash Rahim]

I have decided to place my Serge panel for sale. It is a custom panel from the mid 90's STS era and is similar in configuration to the Animal shop panel. A picture is here:
 
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04005.jpg (hopefully your browser will auto resize, if not my apologies, please click here for a reduced version: http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04005a.jpg)
 
Modules are as follows:
New Timbral Oscillator
Dual Transient Generator (with cycle switches)
Smooth & Stepped Generator
Ring Modulator
Wave Multiplier
Mixer
Variable Q VCF
DTG #2
Dual VCA
 
This is a great self contained monosynth that would be a fantastic starter panel for someone looking to get started with Serge, or for larger systems, presents an opportunity to add more of everything. The distinguishing feature between this panel and the stock Animal is that this configuration features a Dual VCA and Ring Mod instead of a UAP, and a second DTG (arguably the most versatile Serge module) instead of a PCO. For reference, a picture of the stock Animal panel can be seen here http://serge-fans.com/newpics/panel_animal_150dpi.jpg 
 
Condition is excellent, the panel has never left my smoke (and pet!) free home studio. There is a very small ding on the front panel which the image above (and the first one below) picks up on. As can be seen, it has rack ears attached.
 
Since it is unclear whether I will ever venture into Serge again, I am including a PS4 power supply, a distribution board so you have lots of provision for future expansion, and a bound copy of Rich Gold’s introduction to the system. Kindly note that the PS4  is wired for US 110V but may be used in Europe with a step down transformer, or my understanding is that the internal change to 240V input is pretty rudimentary and Rex can advise of this.
 
Discussion of equivalent current price is somewhat moot seeing as Rex has decided to discontinue custom panels, but I understand it would be a shade over USD $4,000 for the panel alone. I’ll let this one go for USD $3,600 plus shipping, inclusive of the PS4 and distribution board (so well over $500 worth of extras). Alternatively I would be interested in trades for Buchla 200e modules..
 
I am in London, UK and (for no other reason other than to keep the Serge flag flying here) I would prefer a European sale but will happily entertain enquiries from Serge fans anywhere. Pickup from W10, London is most welcome or I will ship at cost via arrangement with the buyer. Bank to bank wire transfer is the preferred method of payment but Paypal is fine (+3% fees and only from those with verified accounts). I have references and 100% feedback on eBay over my 8 year history – please contact me via email at rashemirashim (at) yahoo (dot) com for details!
 
More images:
 
Close up of the panel #1 (shows the minor ding):
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04007.jpg
 
Close up of the panel #2 (please note the sunlight is causing the ‘Dual VCA’ panel screening showing at the upper right of the image to appear faded – not so!) :
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04013.jpg
 
Close up of the panel #3
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04014.jpg
 
Close up of the panel #4
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04021.jpg
 
Power connector
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04012.jpg
 
Power distribution board
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04011.jpg
 
PS4
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04010.jpg
 
Rich Gold book
http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e311/VT4C/serge/DSC04009.jpg
 
 
Thanks for your interest and apologies for the cross post.
 
Cheers
Rash