I still to this day start virtually every production with one of the Scarbee instruments. Before was not because I simply didn’t have the 'core' sounds I use at the quality and playability that the Vintage Keyboards provided me.
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"Real production using virtual instruments only became a reality to me after I started using Scarbee Vintage Keys. Currently producing exciting new bands like 6 Day Riot. Steve Levine - produced bands ranging from Punk to Beach Boys, collaborated with artists like Honeyz and Ziggy Marley. I am so pleased that Native Instruments have now made a dedicated & endorsed version of the vintage keyboard collection to go along with Thomas's other fine instruments". "Thomas's attention to detail is exemplary, perfectly maintained instruments aligned with the sampling patience of a saint - just imagine for one moment how long it takes to get all those beautifully recorded samples edited and mapped to play so well. They feel and sound really great." Mikey Rowe played with Oasis, Elton John, Mick Jagger, Sheryl Crow, Travis, Future Sound of London, Naz and many others. I've used them with Sheryl Crow, Mick Jagger, Damian Marley, Joss Stone, Dave Stewart and even though I have all the real instruments, I still used your samples. "May I just say that your vintage keyboard sounds are the best out there.
#SCARBEE A 200 PROFESSIONAL#
What professional keyboard players say about SCARBEE VINTAGE KEYS *'Horizontal Release Technology' - release samples are chosen from a wave pool depending on how long a key has been held - allowing a note played staccato to create a release tone different from a note which is sustained for a longer period. The flexible KONTAKT interface also contains a built in FX unit to further enhance its versatility and usability, and includes classic effects such as reverb, chorus, phaser, amp simulation, distortion auto-wah, pan, compression, delay and tremolo. With adjustable original instrument noise as well as the inclusion of Horizontal Release Technology*, this KONTAKT Instrument preserves the spirit of the original - including its charming flaws and idiosyncrasies. No extra EQ, tube saturation or compression was used during recording in order to provide an ultra-realistic sound and feel. The team at Scarbee recorded over 2,000 samples in 24-bit resolution with each of the 64 keys sampled at 16 different velocities. The SCARBEE A-200 was derived from Scarbee's legendary "Edgy Electric Piano". Through careful study and thorough restoration/setup he aims to capture the "soul" of the instrument and balances sound, playability and post-editing for a perfect match at the forefront of sampling technology. Instead of offering a 'grab bag' of many instruments which have been sampled to an 'acceptable' level, Thomas Skarbye focuses on a single instrument rendered to a level of detail previously unavailable to sample users.
#SCARBEE A 200 FREE#
This product runs in the free KONTAKT 5 PLAYER and in KONTAKT 5. The distinctive sound of the original A-200 was much loved by pop and rock bands in the 1960s and 70s and has recently found favor with a whole new wave of pop, indie and jazz and electronic artists. The character of the SCARBEE A-200 ranges from soft and sweet to a more biting, overdriven sound when played harder. This KONTAKT Instrument delivers an unrivalled reproduction of one of the most sought-after electric pianos.