Moog Little Phatty synth signed by Jam Cruise 10 artists

We are pleased to auction a Moog Little Phatty Stage II synthesizer signed by over 15 artists from the floating musical adventure, Jam Cruise 10.

During Jam Cruise 10, which took place from January 9-14 2012, both legendary and contemporary musicians signed the instrument, including: Bruce Hornsby, John Oates (Hall and Oates), Robert Walters (Greyboy Allstars), Neal Evans (Soulive), Joe Tatton (The New Mastersounds), Joel Cummins (Umphrey’s McGee), Nigel Hall (Lettuce), Rich Vogel (Galactic), Skerik (Garage a Trois), Alex B. (Paper Diamond), Adam Deitch (Break Science). Steve Kimock, Toots (Toots and the Maytals), Trombone Shorty, Colonel Bruce Hampton, That One Guy, DJ Logic, Ulises Bella (Ozomatli), Asdru Sierra (Ozomatli).

Proceeds from the auction will benefit Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool, the Foundation’s educational program that teaches children the science of sound through the magic of music. Using electronic musical instruments such as theremins, synthesizers and effect pedals, as well as oscilloscopes and other teaching aides, the innovative program engages children in the basic physics of sound through the parameters of electronic music. A standardized curriculum for Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool is currently in a pilot phase with the Asheville City Schools at the second grade level.  The Foundation’s goal is to grow the program nationwide. Dr. Bob’s SoundsSchool brought its experiential learning experience to 50 children in Jamaica as part of Jam Cruise’s Positive Legacy project.

The Little Phatty® synthesizer was donated to the Bob Moog Foundation by Moog Music, Inc.  The Little Phatty Stage II is a monophonic analog synthesizer manufactured by Moog Music since 2006. It puts the performer in control of 100% analog signal path, two Voltage Controlled Oscillators and the Voltage Controlled Filter. Other versatile features include external audio input, CV and KB gate input, full MIDI controller, MIDI over USB, MIDI Clock Sync, an arpeggiator and Tap Tempo. The Little Phatty Stage II brings true analog synthesis to contemporary performance and production, making it a modern music powerhouse.

The Bob Moog Foundation honors the legacy of synthesizer pioneer Bob Moog through its mission of igniting the innovative and creativity spirit through the intersection of music, science, history, and innovation.

Its projects include the Dr. Bob's SoundSchool, which brings electronic musical instruments into the schools to teach children science through music; the Archive Preservation Initiative, an effort to preserve and protect the inventor's extensive and historical archive; and the future Moogseum, an innovative educational, historical, and cultural facility that will bring Bob Moog's spirit alive through interactive, experiential exhibits. (http://www.moogfoundation.org)