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Patchbay is three people and a bench in Rotterdam. We repair vintage synthesizers of all kinds, from a Moog that needs one capacitor to a modular system that hasn't been run in thirty years.

We started because older instruments deserve to keep working. The circuitry is simple, but the failures are personal: a dead pot in a favourite key, a CV rail that drifts, a ribbon controller that was saturated in smoke. We treat each case the way our own instruments would need to be treated.

A workshop is a good place for slow work and long conversations. We're always glad to open a system on the bench, find out what it actually needs, and explain why. If you have something unwell, send it over or come visit us in Rotterdam.

Patchbay is a three-person studio in Rotterdam devoted to the restoration and repair of vintage synthesizers. We believe analog gear holds a living voice, and our purpose is to safeguard that sound for musicians, collectors, and creators who value authenticity. With hands-on experience in circuitry, voltage calibration, and component preservation, we treat every console, drum machine, or modular voice with meticulous care. Rotterdam’s eclectic artistic community fuels our commitment to keeping analog heritage alive, bridging past technology with present music. Whether rescuing a neglected lab unit or reviving a cherished polysynth, we approach each instrument as a unique piece of musical history, ensuring it performs as intended for years ahead. We love helping artists reconnect with the warmth and character only vintage hardware can offer. Our workshop sits in the heart of the city, where dusty circuit boards meet fresh compositions, and every repaired synth becomes part of a new musical story.