The Synth That Shaped Rush’s Sound: Moog Unveils Geddy Lee’s Custom Minimoog Model D
Geddy Lee has always been admired for his bass playing and singing, but he’s also renowned for juggling the keyboard into his music. The synth became a key part of Rush’s sound. To honor his storied career and impact on progressive rock, Moog Music has unveiled the Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D synthesizer. The new model comes in a custom satin red finish and features a hot-rodded VCA circuit and modern MIDI integration.
“This release offers musicians and fans the opportunity to own a synthesizer inspired by Geddy Lee’s legendary artistry and enduring legacy,” the company shares.
“It’s a thrill to see the Minimoog Model D in that stunning red, so representative of one of the most fertile periods in Rush’s creative history,” said Geddy Lee. “I’ve always been mad for custom color instruments, many inspired by automotive hues, and I’m thrilled with how it turned out—it’s just so beautiful. The Minimoog Model D was the first synth that made dreaming big accessible to a schlub like me. Its intuitive design lets you learn waveforms, blend sounds, and experiment with the modulation wheel. That’s its legacy: a fat, sophisticated sound in a package that’s not daunting to get your hands on.”
The Minimoog shaped tracks like “Xanadu,” “Tom Sawyer,” “Subdivisions,” and more. Hear Lee reminiscing about the instrument and its role in Rush.
The Moog Music Geddy Lee Minimoog Model D ships with some accessories, including a limited edition red vinyl 10-inch record. The synth has a street price of $5,499. In the U.S., it is available exclusively through Reverb.com.
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