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musickeysman
Total Posts: 53
Joined 08-15-2003 status: Experienced |
I have a motif classic 6 still my favorite keyboard but unfortunately time has not been kind and some of the button to change patches no longer work (like the GM. A #1, and #5 )
I also have an sx6 that works floorless
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5pinDIN
Total Posts: 11891
Joined 09-16-2010 status: Legend |
Eventual failure of the tactile (tact) switches on Motifs isn’t uncommon after significant usage or contamination from cigarette smoke, etc. Replacement tact switches are readily available. Unfortunately, getting to the switches on the Classic models isn’t easy…
The tact switches are sealed, and even if you could manage to get some contact cleaner into the switch, the same disassembly required to replace a switch is also needed just to attempt cleaning. If going that far, replacement makes a lot more sense. Note: Doing the work requires good mechanical and soldering skills and experience. Anyone who doesn’t have such skills/experience should not attempt the repair.
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The tact switches themselves aren’t expensive, but unless you have the skills, I suggest that you have an experienced service technician provide a parts plus labor estimate for the repair. They should be able to provide that verbally (without seeing your Motif) because the repair requirements should be known to them.
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I’m glad your XS6 is currently working flawlessly. Fortunately, should it ever require tact switch replacement, considerably less disassembly is required on an XS6 than a Motif Classic. However, the same skills are still needed. |
musickeysman
Total Posts: 53
Joined 08-15-2003 status: Experienced |
Thanks so much this was very helpful |
5pinDIN
Total Posts: 11891
Joined 09-16-2010 status: Legend |
You’re welcome. Good luck with either repairing the Classic or getting an XF. |