Fender Rhodes Modifications – Our Guide
Over the years the Fender Rhodes has gained a loyal and enthusiastic following, and these devotees have come to develop several modifications to improve the playability and sound of their beloved...
View ArticleRhodes Models – Which Is Which?
Renowned the world over, the iconic Fender Rhodes electric piano graces countless top hits. Over the years different versions of the classic instrument have been released, each with their own distinct...
View ArticleWhy A Grand Piano Sounds The Way It Does
The grand piano is one of the most fascinating musical instruments. Anybody who has ever pressed a few keys has a sense of how intricate its construction is and how difficult it would be to master it....
View ArticleBorn of necessity: The Fender Rhodes Piano
We recently released a virtual version of the legendary 1976 Fender Rhodes Piano. A great excuse (if any were needed) to dig into the colourful history of this fascinating instrument. The story begins...
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Story – Gerald McCauley Part 1
A life-long love affair McCauley’s love affair with the Rhodes goes way back, to when he first heard its distinctive sound as a child: “They used to have television shows like The Midnight Special or...
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Story – Gerald McCauley Part 2
From humble beginnings to worldwide inspiration As with many icons of our time, the Rhodes has a fascinating history. McCauley gives the brief version: “It was conceived really as Harold Rhodes was...
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Inside Musical Instruments – Amazing Images
Vivid illustration of craftsmanship Here are some amazing images taken of musical instruments for an ad campaign for the Berliner Philharmoniker to illustrate the high level of detail for...
View ArticleStory – Gerald McCauley Part 3
A labour of love and creativity It certainly takes a special instrument to inspire such zeal in a seasoned music industry veteran like McCauley, and to spawn a dedicated film involving some of the...
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Stephen Gallagher talks about Session Keys Electric S
“As someone who’s owned three Rhodes and played a lot of Rhodes pianos I have been sceptical of Electric Piano samples in the past, and I’ve tried a lot of Rhodes emulators and samples and software....
View ArticlePaul Godfrey on Session Keys Electric S
“Session Keys Electric S is exactly what we need” We sat down with producer and musician Paul Godfrey from Morcheeba. He told us why he uses our Session Keys Electric S, even though he has the real...
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