News | August 2026: Rhodes Unveils Rhodes Clav Pro — A Faithful Emulation Of The Hohner Clavinet D6

Following the launch of the software emulation of its own electric piano, Rhodes immediately set out to recreate another iconic instrument via the "Wurlitzer by Rhodes" project. Now the company has turned its focus to a rare 1977 Hohner Clavinet D6, faithfully capturing its sharp attack, expressive response and rhythmic tonal character - the very qualities that defined the sound of countless funk, soul, disco and rock records.

Built on the same powerful engine as the Rhodes Anthology plugin, Rhodes Clav Pro perfectly marries authentic vintage tonality with the flexibility of modern virtual instruments. The Timbre Shift function lets players seamlessly toggle between pristine studio tones and gritty road-worn timbres, exploring a rich range of sonic personalities drawn from different eras and conditions of vintage instruments. Beyond meticulously modelling the amplifier characteristics of the original hardware, the company provides multiple microphone signal options, adjustable cabinet resonance, realistic key noise simulation and an integrated Rhodes FX suite.

Players can fine-tune their sound with dedicated Drive, Compression and Envelope/Wah controls, moving effortlessly between tight rhythmic stabs, mellow funk grooves and expressive lead tones - all while remaining true to the unmistakable, one-of-a-kind character of the original instrument. Rhodes has also pushed beyond the limits of the physical instrument by adding sustain pedal support and pitch bend functionality.

Key Features

Meticulously multi-sampled 1977 Clav D6 "Transition" model

Faithful recreation of the original pickup selection and EQ circuitry

Authentic mute fader for classic Clav playing techniques

Dedicated Drive, Compression and Envelope/Wah modules

Timbre Shift function for real-time tonal variation

Sustain pedal and pitch bend support

Adjustable cabinet resonance and key noise modelling

L5, JC and Duo amplifier emulations

Dynamic and condenser microphone options

Chorus, phaser, delay and premium reverb effects

"The goal with Clav Pro was never just to authentically recreate a vintage Clavinet - it was to capture the essence and soul that made players fall in love with this instrument in the first place. Our task was to preserve all the feel, dynamics and personality of a perfectly tuned original D6, while extending its tonal expressiveness and sound-shaping capabilities far beyond what the original design could deliver." - Dan Goldman, Chief Product Officer, Rhodes

Compatibility

Rhodes Clav Pro is compatible with PCs running Windows 10 or later, and Macs running macOS 11 or later. It is available in VST3, AU and AAX plugin formats.

Pricing & Availability

Rhodes Clav Pro is on sale now. As of 3 August 2026, it is available at a discounted price, with a regular price of £89.95 / €99.95. The GBP price is inclusive of VAT.