Regardless of what brand of synthesis gear you use, it is important to have someone you can rely on when you need that gear serviced. Obviously, the best type of repair technician is one who is also actively involved with actually using, designing, and learning about synthesizers. It was for this reason that POLYPHONY began our search for a selection of outstanding regional technicians to help all of you get absolute maximum performance from your equipment. This is the second in our series of recommended regional service centers.

Gary Bannister has been a frequent contributor to Polyphony, so it should come as no surprise to his readers that he is a top notch technician as well. Gary is 25 years old, and lives in Indianapolis where he is putting the final touches on his BS in Music Education from Ball State University. Concurrently with his studies at Ball, Gary began studies with National Radio Institute of Washington, DC. He currently holds a degree in Television-Audio Servicing from NRI. In addition to Gary's synthesizer consultation and repair service, he is a private percussion instructor with the Paul-Mueller Percussion Studios, and performs regularly in the Paul Burton Orchestra — a small dance combo. Gary has been performing professionally with local bands for over 10 years, so he really understands the musican's plight! Gary has an extensive array of service, synthesis, and recording equipment, as you can see from the picture. Gary has built ALL of his equipment, either from kit or from scratch, except for the equalizer shown and, of course, the tape deck. Gary expressed an interest in helping experimenters de-bug their homebrew projects or projects out of magazines or books. This should be an invaluable aid to those of you who are just getting started and don't know where to turn.

So, whether you are a beginner or a pro, POLYPHONY highly recommends the consultation and service work of Gary Bannister to the midwest audience. Gary's address and phone number will be listed in every issue for handy reference in the Local Happenings column.