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RCA Theremin Technical Information

The original RCA theremin, model AR-1264, was produced in 1929. It is believed that only about 500 units were made. The RCA theremin features a vacuum tube circuit, large air-core coils, and a beautiful wooden cabinet.

Here, you'll find technical information about the RCA theremin including schematics, technical drawings, and service manuals.

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The complete RCA Theremin Service Notes - Added by: thierry 12/21/2011

This is the first edition from November 1929. 18 pages with complete schematics, a service data chart which allows a diagnostic, and many explanations.

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Restoration of an RCA Theremin - Added by: Jason 12/14/2011

Learn how Mark McKeown gave new life to an original RCA theremin.

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RCA Theremin Component Values and Cabinet Dimensions - Added by: Jason 1/2/2012

Member Dayfan shares his catalog of component values for the RCA theremin parts along with cabinet dimesions for those of you building your own replica cabinets.

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RCA Theremin Cabinet Drawings - Added by: Jason 1/2/2012

In 1997, I visited then Big Briar (now Moog Music) to see their theremin factory. While I was there, I took these detailed measurements from Bob Moog's RCA theremin, model number AR-1264, Serial number 200190...

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Pavek Theremin Page - RCA Theremin Circuits - Added by: omhoge 6/3/2008

Great page with schematics and explainations of the RCA theremin.

Lots of RCA info. is on the main Pavek Theremin Page

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