Moog Taurus

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Introduction

Date: 1975

Type: 2 VCO / Analogue / Subtractive

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Illustartion of Moog Taurus (1975)

The Moog Taurus was originally to be part of the Moog Constellation, a synthesizer ensemble comprising a monophonic synth (Lyra), a polyphonic synth (Apollo) and a set of bass pedals (Taurus). The Constellation was never released commercially (though was used by ELP on their album, 'Brain Salad Surgery'). The polyphonic synth became the Moog Polymoog, the monosynth was never released and the Taurus became famous as Moog's bass pedal synth.

An updated version 2 Taurus, based on the Moog Rogue, was released in 1981, and a revived 'version 3' was released in 2010.

The Taurus I was used by many 1970s rock keyboardists who appreciated the ability to play basslines with their feet whilst playing keyboards with their hands.

All songs listed here: Moog Taurus Song List

Archetypal Track

Steve Hackett, 'Clocks' (1979) - John Hackett (Steve's brother) famously played the Taurus I by hand

Notable tracks

A few notable tracks or notable Artists famous for using a Moog Taurus to be added here.

All Songs

All verified songs using a Moog Taurus listed on the Song List page below:

Moog Taurus Song List