Synths & Effects.
Hello, we’re Local Voltage in Falls Church, VA and we sell synths and effects. Currently, we only sell used gear, but we are working on building some relationships for select vendors.
We also run Synth Jams and offer music lessons in synths, drum machines, and music production. Come and try out gear in a chill space!
Consignment!
Sell your gear at our shop. Less hassle than Facebook Marketplace and it gives people a chance to try out gear in a music-focused environment.
Contact jake (at) local-voltage.org
Steps
1
Drop gear off for an inspection.
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We’ll agree on a selling price (store cut is between 10-20%).
3
We contact you when your item sells.
Upcoming Events
Midi Basics Workshop, Sat, Oct 17, 2-4 PM
New to midi? Not sure how to hook up some of your gear using midi? This workshop is for you! We will go over the basics, you can bring your gear and questions.
Open Jam & Party! Sat, Oct 17, 5-11 PM
It’s my grand opening! It’s Doctor Strings (whom I share space with) 5th Anniversary. There will be an open jam and drinks and music. Come hang out!
Products, Jams, and Lessons
Synth Quest Zine
Learn the basics of synthesis in a tape-top adventure zine!
Synth Jam Night
Meet other synth enthusiasts, check out gear, try out ideas, learn new tricks!
Music Lessons
For total beginners. I can help you learn synth and drum machines basics and answer you recording production questions.
Find Local Voltage
We are located right outside downtown Falls Church in the Tinner Hill neighborhood. We share shop space with Doctor Strings guitar repair and the weekly Falls Church Blues Jam group.
Local Voltage
2754 Summerfield Rd B,
Falls Church, VA 22042
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Local Voltage teach piano lessons?
I do not teach piano lessons. Synthesizer lessons teach the fundamentals of subtractive synthesis. How to use filters, envelopes, LFOs, and oscillators.
Can you record my band?
Please get in touch about recording sessions. Local Voltage is not an official recording studio at this time but we can accommodate if the project is right.
Do you fix gear?
Bring your gear in for an assessment. We can typically figure out if we can fix your issue and we have recommendations if we cannot.
What’s the difference between Local Voltage lessons and a recording studio?
Great question! I’m here to teach you the basics of synths and drum machines whether you are interested in electronic music or you want to add it to accompany your guitar work. I’m can also teach you how to use a compressor, EQ, solve mixing problems, and even songwriting problems.
This is a collaborative learning environment in a weekly lesson format (like paying for a personal trainer, you get gains every week.)
Do I need to know how to read music to take synth lessons?
No, it doesn’t hurt to know some basics but it is not required. You can make really cool soundscapes without any knowledge of notes but I can also show you a few things to help you on your way.
Can I borrow gear?
No, we do not currently rent or loan gear.