Rhodes have released Pianology, available at the intro price of $104.95, increasing to $149.95 after the promotion.
Truly exceptional pianos have a magical way of shaping the music around them. From the expressive power and projection of a classic American concert grand, to the warmth and clarity of a Japanese acoustic upright, and the distinctive upfront voice of a Japanese vintage electric grand, each has its own unique history and musical identity. Experiences with instruments of this calibre are rare and seldom encountered outside renowned studios, concert halls, or collections.
Rhodes Pianology offers intimate access to a meticulously curated collection of three instruments rarely available to most players – instruments which have shaped the sound of countless recordings across genres and decades: a grand, upright and electric grand piano, each meticulously prepared, voiced, and sampled by the expert Rhodes engineering and sound-design team. The result is a collection that feels inspiring and truly alive beneath your fingers – rich in nuance, depth, and musical heritage.
Rhodes Pianology delivers an elegant, intuitive workflow that places sound and expression at the forefront. Whether you’re composing, recording, or performing, Pianology is a powerful environment for shaping classic piano tones with clarity, precision and deep expressivity.
Pianology’s interface has been carefully designed for immediate playability and inspiration, offering a clean and elegant layout that prioritises clarity and speed. Every module is directly modelled from Rhodes’ flagship processing engines, delivering a comprehensive set of sound-shaping tools without unnecessary complexity.
Key global controls – including Timbre Shift, Global Tune, Mechanical Noise, and Lid Position (grand only) – allow precise adjustment of tonal response and acoustic realism. The Timbre Shift function can transform each piano into something wholly new – shaping a bright grand into something dark, moody, and ethereal; turning a studio-ready upright metallic and cutting; or softening a strident electric grand with warmth and mellow depth.
A dedicated Amp and Mic section provides access to classic amplifier models and microphone choices, offering everything from natural acoustic depth to characterful, amped tones.
Rhodes Pianology’s sleek, elegant interface puts the most desired sound-shaping tools at your fingertips, making it the ultimate plugin for musicians seeking classic piano tones.
Features include:
- Three meticulously sampled pianos: American Grand, Japanese Upright, and Japanese Electric Grand
- Deep multi-sampling by the Rhodes sound-design team
- Timbre Shift for real-time re-voicing and tonal transformation
- Global controls: Tune, Mechanical Noise, Lid Position (Grand)
- 4 V8 Pro–derived amp models + Dynamic & Condenser mic options
- Preamp, 3-band EQ (sweepable mid) & piano-voiced compressor
- Chorus, Phaser, DAW-syncable Delay & CP-style Stereo Tremolo
- Dedicated Rhodes reverbs (Stage, Arena, Room, Hall, Spring, Plate)
- Full preset recall with instrument-independent switching
- Velocity Curve & Depth controls for personalised playing response
Watch the intro video HERE.
Pianology is available to PC and Mac users (VST3, AU and AAX).
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