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Developed by the Digidesign Advanced Instrument Research group, Velvet is a virtual instrument that delivers highly realistic emulations of four of the most legendary electric pianos: The Fender Rhodes Suitcase, MK I and MK II Stage Pianos, and the Wurlitzer A200. Using dynamic modeling—a proprietary combination of both sampling and modeling techniques—Velvet precisely replicates every nuance of these original electric pianos, both in sound quality and playing feel. Velvet also includes built-in preamp/EQ and multi-effects sections, making it perfect for reproducing or customizing any kind of electric piano sounds—from classic to contemporary. Available in RTAS plug-in format for Pro Tools and Pro Tools M-Powered 7 and higher.
Top Features:
- highly accurate emulations of four legendary electric pianos > Fender Rhodes Suitcase, MK I and MK II Stage Pianos, and Wurlitzer A200
- unique dynamic modeling technology > combines both sampling and modeling for the ultimate electric piano experience
- easily adjust the overall timbre, dynamic response, and velocity curve > personalize to your taste and touch
- powerful preamp section and multi-effects > create your own custom sounds
- over 100 presets > start playing instantly
- highly optimized RTAS instrument > designed for Pro Tools HD 7, Pro Tools LE 7, and Pro Tools M-Powered 7 software
Full Features:
- highly accurate emulations of four legendary electric pianos: The Fender Rhodes Suitcase, MK I and MK II Stage Pianos, and the Wurlitzer A200
- unique dynamic modeling technique based on a combination of both sampling and modeling delivers the ultimate electric piano experience
- proprietary engine allows for outstanding dynamic resolution and response
- faithful reproduction of every aspect of the electric piano, including signature sounds when keys are hit forcefully
- full control over every aspect of the electric piano sound, including the unique ability to add the sound of the keyboard mechanics to the output signal
- easily adjust the overall timbre, dynamic response, and velocity curve of each model for a range of classic and contemporary electric piano sounds
- powerful preamp section with tube overdrive, compression, and custom 3-band EQ with a parametric mid band
- flexible, dedicated tremolo and autopan effects precisely modeled after those on the original Rhodes and Wurlitzer electric pianos
- built-in professional multi-effects processing engine, featuring a wide range of distortion, wah/filter, modulation, amplifier, and delay effects—including an emulation of the classic Echoplex delay
- over 100 professional-sounding electric piano presets covering dozens of musical styles
- MIDI Learn functionality allows for easily mapping plug-in parameters to MIDI instruments and controllers
- familiar, easy-to-use graphic user interface reminiscent of the classic electric pianos
- highly optimized RTAS instrument for Pro Tools HD 7, Pro Tools LE 7, and Pro Tools M-Powered 7 software
Vintage Electric Pianos
Whether you’re inspired by classic 70s rock or have an ear to create something uniquely modern, Velvet delivers stunningly realistic emulations of your favorite electric pianos. This powerful instrument plug-in precisely replicates every nuance of the original classic keyboards — both in sound quality and playing feel — and provides unrivaled flexibility to achieve sounds for any style of music. From the faintness of the lightest pianissimo to the note splat of the strongest fortissimo, Velvet is capable of delivering sounds you’d normally only hear when playing the real instrument — and those that are only limited by your imagination.
Dynamic Modeling
Most virtual instruments use either a sampling technique (every note is real) or a modeling technique (the behavior is more realistic) to emulate sounds and maintain performance efficiency. Velvet employs proprietary dynamic modeling, a unique combination of optimized sampling and modeling techniques, allowing it to achieve incredibly accurate re-creations of classic electric piano sounds with superior playing feel and dynamic response. You can even pull off sounds you’d normally only hear when playing the real instrument, from the faintness of the lightest pianissimo to the note splat of the strongest fortissimo.
Authentic Electric Piano Experience
Velvet provides unprecedented control over the sound characteristics with such realism it’s as if you were playing a real electric piano. Turn up the tube drive controls in the preamp section to warm up your tone. Adjust the timbre, dynamic response, and velocity curve to customize the playing feel. Craft your ideal sound using the built-in multi-effects processing engine, and adjust the tuning. Even mix in the sound of pedal and other keyboard mechanical noises to recreate a truly realistic electric piano feel.
As Easy to Use as the Originals
Whether you want to use one of the over 100 included professional-sounding electric piano presets or create something unique, dialing up the perfect electric piano sound is easy. Just select a preset and tweak away! The plug-in’s graphic user interface is reminiscent of classic electric pianos, making it familiar if you’ve ever played the real deal. And its controls work virtually almost like the originals, allowing you to easily modify sounds at the twist of a knob or notch of a slider.
Total Sound Control
Velvet features a built-in preamp and effects to add a contemporary spin on a classic. Its powerful preamp section lets you shape your electric piano sound, and includes tube overdrive, compression, and a custom 3-band EQ with a parametric mid band. Process your sound further using a wide range of distortion, wah/filter, chorus, flanger, phaser, and tape delay effects — modeled after the classic originals — to emulate a vintage sound or forge something new. You can even capture the perfect vibe by adding tremolo and autopan effects, which are precisely modeled after those on the original Rhodes and Wurlitzer electric pianos.
Built for Pro Tools
Built specifically for Pro Tools systems by the A.I.R. group, Velvet is tightly integrated with the new creative environment of Pro Tools 7 software, and designed for optimal performance and rock-solid reliability. With its unique, dynamic modeling techniques and excellent sound control, Velvet provides flexibility that enables keyboard players, arrangers, composers, and producers to achieve highly realistic electric piano sounds for any style of music with the convenience of a Pro Tools plug-in
Compatibility:
- RTAS
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Digidesign-qualified Pro Tools|HD®, Pro Tools LE, or Pro Tools M-Powered system running Pro Tools 7.0 or higher software
DVD-ROM drive for installation
iLok USB Smart Key (sold separately), Internet access, and a free iLok.com account (for retrieving and managing iLok licenses)
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Digidesign-qualified Pro Tools|HD®, Pro Tools LE, or Pro Tools M-Powered system running Pro Tools 7.0 or higher software
DVD-ROM drive for installation
iLok USB Smart Key (sold separately), Internet access, and a free iLok.com account (for retrieving and managing iLok licenses)
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