Nothing epitomizes the evolution of the electric piano better than the 1973 Suitcase: a killer package of keyboards, amp and speakers. To recreate this beloved electric piano classic, we have been looking for a high quality original for a long time.
We discovered a magnificent suitcase from 1973, which had been painstakingly restored by specialists for several weeks. Back at the peak, we began detailed recording to capture every nuance of the original sound.
The sound design
of the Electric S offers nearly limitless customization options.
Instantly manipulate sustain resonance, key noise, release and reverse samples, and virtually adjust the distance between the teeth and pickups at the touch of a button.
Experiment with classic electric piano effects such as tremolo, chorus, amp simulation, delay and reverb in the FX section.
Or mix an electric guitar with an acoustic: in addition to recording the electric outputs of a 1973 suitcase, an extensive microphone setup was used to capture the instrument’s clean, unaltered acoustic sound. Give you the best of both.
Studio and live
With Electric S, we wanted you to experience not only pure, flexible and expressive sound, but also the best possible feel.
The suitcase was recorded with and without the original speaker to create two separate sound sets: Studio and Live.
Studio delivers straight, linear sound without change, while Live captures cabinet and speaker sound with a comprehensive mic setup that spans all four speakers for an incredibly realistic feel.
pentamorph
The stylish Pentamorph gives you unrivaled direct control over the sound of the Electric S.
Instantly transform the classic Suitcase sound into a sophisticated new voice with a single control. Choose one of the five main characteristics or any position in between.
Animator
Have the best session musician in your studio. At the heart of the animator you will find over 400 ready-made phrases and phrases in different genres and styles. Use it to start or end your tracks with professional panache in no time, following keys and harmonies with complete control over dynamics and complexity.
smart chord
Stuck looking for ideas and need some inspired chord changes? This smart feature is your new best friend. Using the power of modern instruments and controllers, full Animator chords or riffs can be played either with the pad controller or with individual keys. Just set the key of your song and let Smart Chord create harmony.
- 1973 Suitcase
- Two separate sound banks: Studio and Live
- Pentamorph sound control to transform the whole sound with a single knob
- Animator with over 400 flexible phrases
- Smart Chord function to create instant piano chords from single keys or pads
- Effects chain with Tremolo/Auto Pan, Chorus, Phaser, Amp Simulator, Compressor, Delay and Convolution Reverb
- Native Instruments NKS compatible
- 24 bit / 44.1 kHz