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Core Sound Engine

Velvet 2 is a virtual electric piano instrument that captures the character and response of five legendary instruments from the 60s and 70s: the Fender Rhodes Suitcase, Fender Rhodes MK I and MK II Stage Pianos, Wurlitzer 200A, and Hohner Pianet-T. Using a combination of optimized sampling and dynamic modelling, it accurately emulates the sound quality and nuances of each original, delivering highly realistic recreations with superior fidelity and dynamic response.

The instrument allows you to tweak the timbre, dynamic response, and velocity curve of each model to customize the playing feel. You can also mix in the sound of the keyboard and pedal mechanical noises, adding a layer of realism that brings your piano tracks to life.

Vintage Mode and Presets

A standout feature is the Vintage Mode, which intelligently tweaks the timbre setting to match the sonic character of the classic electric pianos as heard on countless recordings. This allows you to tap into timeless sounds and emulate the tones of your favorite players. Additionally, Velvet 2 includes hundreds of professional presets meticulously programmed by sound designers, making it easy to call up authentic sounds instantly.

You can create your own unique presets by dialing into the powerful controls, and the intuitive interface lets you modify sounds with a twist of a knob or notch of a slider. The presets cover a wide range of styles, from clean and mellow to gritty and overdriven, providing a versatile palette for any production.

Built-in Effects and Processing

Velvet 2 features a powerful built-in preamp section with tube overdrive and compression to warm up your tone and add crunch. A custom 3-band EQ with a parametric mid band allows for quick tone shaping. The instrument also includes an array of effects: distortion, wah/filter, chorus, flanger, phaser, and tape delay, enabling you to emulate vintage sounds or forge something new.

For ambience, reverb effects include Ambience, Spring, and Room settings, ranging from expansive, otherworldly spaces to subtle color. Classic tremolo and autopan effects deliver authentic expression, with the tremolo modeled after the original electric pianos. MIDI Learn functionality allows easy mapping to MIDI controllers for seamless performance integration.

Workflow and Applications

In a music production workflow, Velvet 2 serves as a go-to source for classic electric piano sounds. It is suitable for genres like jazz, funk, R&B, rock, and pop, where the distinct tones of a Rhodes or Wurlitzer are essential. The built-in effects and preamp eliminate the need for external processing, streamlining your signal chain and saving time during mixing.

The instrument is designed for both studio and live use, with performance-oriented controls and real-time tweakability. The MIDI Learn feature enhances live performance by letting you assign knobs to physical controllers. Whether you’re crafting a vintage ballad or a modern track, Velvet 2 provides the tools to achieve professional results quickly.

Key features

• Five realistic electric piano emulations: Fender Rhodes Suitcase, MK I/MK II Stage, Wurlitzer 200A, Hohner Pianet-T
• Dynamic modelling and proprietary engine for high fidelity and response
• Tweakable timbre, dynamic response, and velocity curve
• Mixable keyboard and pedal noise for mechanical realism
• Built-in preamp with tube overdrive, compression, and 3-band EQ
• Classic effects including distortion, wah/filter, modulation, tape delay, reverbs, tremolo, and autopan
• Vintage Mode for classic production tones
• MIDI Learn and hundreds of professional presets

Best for

Musicians and producers seeking authentic electric piano tones from the 60s and 70s. Ideal for genres like jazz, funk, soul, and pop, offering realistic emulations, vintage mode, and built-in effects for streamlined production.