The Harrison Instruments 302 Theremin
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The Harrison Instruments 302 Theremin

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The Harrison Instruments Model 302 is an economy-oriented theremin featuring superb fidelity, stability and ease of use, designed with the road musician in mind. Volume manufacturing techniques have enabled the production of the 302, comparable in performance to much more expensive theremins, at an affordable price. Built to rigorous standards with the best commercial materials, the 302 Theremin is a road-ready, reliable companion for the serious musician.

Compact, lightweight at just 2 pounds, and completely portable, the 302 sets up in minutes, with battery operation eliminating the need for an external power source. Its high-impact-resistant ABS plastic case ensures durability and reliability. When used with a mic stand and a battery-portable amplifier such as the Roland® CUBE Street, the 302 permits a theremin performance virtually anywhere. Equally suited for the studio, the 302 also provides unexcelled results for use in recordings and soundtracks. Thoroughly evaluated in the rigors of harsh travel environments, the 302 has been perfected and tested by thereminist Arthur Harrison in every-day, practical use, in both indoor and outdoor venues.

The 302's compact, symmetrical style is functional and unobtrusive, allowing a clear view of the performer. A horizontal pitch antenna permits a natural, low-stress hand position, reducing the fatigue that otherwise may result from playing traditional "pole" designs. The volume is specifically designed to increase as the hand descends toward the plate. While contrary to the traditional theremin volume response, extensive human-factor evaluation has found such a "closer for louder" design to be much more intuition-inclined and therefore easier to learn and play. While thereminists accustomed to the traditional volume method can adapt to the 302 with practice, beginning thereminists will find that the 302 method is very intuitive in nature.

The Model 302 is also available as a left-hand instrument, in which the pitch antenna is on the left, and the volume antenna is on the right. For the left-hand version, please select Model "302L" in the Ordering Information section, below.






Features

Specifications

Useful pitch range Five octaves (55 Hertz to 1760 Hertz)
Available pitch range Seven octaves (27 Hertz to 3520 Hertz)
Nominal pitch sensing distance 18 inches
45.7 cm
Pitch response Frequency increases as hand distance decreases
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Tone waveform characteristic range Sine-like wave to fully-rectified sine-like wave
Volume dynamic range 47dB minimum
Nominal volume sensing distance 14 inches
35.6 cm
Volume response Volume increases as hand distance decreases
(View Graph)
Control compliment Volume Zero knob
Off/On-Level Knob
LED Power / Battery-Good Indicator
Tone  knob
Pitch Zero knob
Output connector 1/4" Mono Phone Jack for standard audio instrument cable
Output impedance Approximately 900 Ohms
Maximum output level 5 Volts Peak-to-Peak
Power source One IEC 6LR61 9V Alkaline Battery,
Duracell® MN1604 or equal
Battery life 24 hours, minimum
Operating temperature range 40°F to 100°F
Storage temperature range -10°F to 120°F
Overall dimensions (without antennas): 8 3/8" L x 5 1/16" W x 3 1/2" H
21.27 cm L x 12.85 cm W x 8.89 cm H
Overall dimensions (with antennas): 26" L x 8" W x 3 1/2" H
66.04 cm L x 20.32 cm W x 8.89 cm H
Antenna sensing area 8" L  x  5.5"  W
20.32 cm L  x  13.97 cm W
Weight Approximately 2 Pounds
0.91 kg
Shipping weight Approximately 3 Pounds
1.4 kg

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Warranty and Repair Service

Harrison Instruments Two-Year Limited Warranty

Harrison Instruments Corporation ("Harrison Instruments") warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of purchase, PROVIDED, however, that this limited warranty is extended only to the original purchaser and is subject to the following conditions, exclusions and limitations hereinafter set forth:

This limited warranty shall be void and of no effect, if:

  1. The first purchase of the product is for the purpose of resale; or
  2. The original purchase of the product is not made from Harrison Instruments; or
  3. The product has been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper maintenance, or other causes; or
  4. The serial number affixed to the product is altered, defaced, or removed; or
  5. The product's enclosure is opened by any party not authorized by Harrison Instruments.

In the event of a defect in material or workmanship covered by this limited warranty, Harrison Instruments will repair the defect in material or workmanship without charge or replace the product, at Harrison Instruments' option, provided however, that in any case, all costs of shipping for the purpose of shipping the product to Harrison Instruments for repair are paid by you, the purchaser.

THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD SHOULD BE ACCURATELY COMPLETED AND MAILED TO AND RECEIVED BY HARRISON INSTRUMENTS WITHIN FOURTEEN (14) DAYS FROM THE DATE YOU RECEIVE THE PRODUCT.

In order to obtain service under this warranty, you must:

  1. Contact Harrison Instruments and obtain a Return Materials Authorization (RMA) number.
  2. Ship the defective product, FREIGHT PREPAID and INSURED for its purchase value, to:

    Harrison Instruments Corporation
    Post Office Box 9012
    Rockville, Maryland 20916
  3. Include a complete, detailed description of the problem.
  4. Include a complete return address.

If the defect can be remedied under this limited warranty and other terms and conditions expressed herein have been complied with, Harrison Instruments will provide the necessary warranty service to repair or replace the product and will return it to you, the purchaser.

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