Some vintage digital pianos command collector’s prices. This is especially true of electro-mechanical pianos from the ’60s and ’70s, which are sought-after rarities today. But that is not the only reason why a vintage stage piano in a retro design is an attractive alternative…
If you want a well-preserved or restored example with good playing characteristics, a vintage electric piano like a Fender Rhodes or a Wurlitzer 200A is more than just expensive. Vintage electric pianos are both prone to repair and quite bulky due to their heavy weight.
If you are looking for a reliable instrument with modern features, a digital solution is the way to go. You can choose between electric piano VSTs for your audio computer or vintage stage pianos.
Learn more about the original vintage electric pianos of the ’60s and ’70s.
However, early retro models often had an “organ-like” sound due to their waterfall keyboards. Original Hammond organs were the reference here, but unfortunately, the waterfall keys are less inspiring for playing piano sounds. Only the successor, the HP – Hammer Action Portable, was the answer to pianists’ needs: a 73-note hammer action keyboard with a lightweight design.
The introduction of the Nord Electro marked the start of a new genre. While other manufacturers are now catering to this market as well, Nord remains the top dog in this niche. The current model Nord Electro 6 is available in two drawbar versions and a 73-HP version.
Korg also entered the retro stage piano genre with the SV-1 Stage Vintage Piano. With its retro design, real tube features, and detailed sampled sounds, it brings the old originals back to life.
The Vintage Vibe Piano is an exceptional instrument: It is the only vintage stage piano that is a true electric piano with electromechanical sound generation. Modeled after the Fender Rhodes, the Vintage Vibe Piano features wooden keys and a tine/tonebar sound generation.
The American manufacturer Vintage Vibe specializes in the repair and restoration of vintage keyboards and offers spare parts for Rhodes, Wurlitzer, and Clavinet. Moreover, the company has also been building their own instruments for many years.
The Vintage Vibe piano is not a 1:1 replica of the Fender Rhodes, as some details have been redesigned to reduce weight. The case has a unique shape and is available in many different designs. A Vintage Vibe piano with a sparkling top is a real eye-catcher on stage!
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