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This trailblazer in the electronic genre whose band the pioneering act transformed mainstream melodies and impacting performers ranging from Bowie to Run-DMC.

Currently, his synth gear and performance items that Florian Schneider used for producing Kraftwerk's iconic tracks during the '70s and '80s are estimated to earn hundreds of thousands of dollars when they are sold this coming month.

Rare Glimpse into Final Individual Composition

Music related to his own venture the artist was developing prior to his passing from cancer in his seventies two years ago is being shared for the first time via footage related to the event.

Extensive Collection of Personal Belongings

Together with the compact synthesizer, the wooden flute and his vocoders – which he used to make his voice sound like a robot – enthusiasts have the opportunity to purchase approximately 500 of Schneider’s personal possessions through bidding.

These include the assortment exceeding 100 brass and woodwind instruments, numerous Polaroid photographs, eyewear, the passport for his travels through the late '70s and his VW panel van, which he custom-painted grey.

His cycling gear, featured in Kraftwerk’s Tour de France music video also pictured in the release's graphics, will be auctioned later this month.

Sale Information

The approximate sum from the event falls between $450K and $650K.

The group was revolutionary – among the earliest acts with electronic gear producing sounds unlike anything prior.

Fellow musicians considered their music astonishing. They came across this new pathway within sound pioneered by the band. It inspired many acts to explore synthesizer-based tunes.

Featured Lots

• One voice modulator probably utilized on albums on their albums The Man Machine in 1978 and Computer World in 1981 is expected to sell $30K–$50K.
• The portable EMS model believed to be the one used in early work Autobahn has an estimate of $15K–$20K.
• The flute, an Orsi G alto featured in performances during live acts until 1974, carries an estimate of up to five figures.

Distinctive Objects

In the affordable range, a group with dozens of snapshots he captured showing his musical tools is available for $100 to $200.

Other quirky objects, like a clear, bright yellow acrylic guitar and a “very unique” insect replica, placed in his workspace, are priced at $200–$400.

Schneider’s gold-framed eyewear with green lenses and Polaroid photographs featuring the glasses are estimated at $300 to $500.

Family’s Words

He felt that they are meant to be played and shared – not left unused or remaining untouched. He hoped his tools to go to individuals that will cherish them: musicians, collectors and fans by audio creativity.

Ongoing Legacy

Recalling their contribution, an influential artist commented: Initially, they inspired us. That record which prompted us pay attention: what’s this?. They produced unique material … entirely original – they intentionally avoided previous styles.”