Revive the inimitable sound of the vintage Wurlitzer 140B electric piano.
The Cherry Audio Wurlybird 140B gives you the historic sound of the legendary 1964 Wurlitzer electric piano. Crafted through deep sampling of a professionally restored 140B, it provides everything from the model's superior tone to its mechanical noises. Whether you want to recreate classic songs or forge new musical paths, this virtual instrument lets you shape iconic Wurly tone with modeled preamp, vibrato and hum controls as well as eight stompbox-style effects.
Authentic Sampling Captures Every Nuance
The Wurlybird 140B was created by meticulously sampling keyboardist Tom Hammer's impeccably maintained 1964 Wurlitzer 140B. Each key and reed was captured to deliver the instrument's full range of tone and expression. Subtle randomization of release triggers and pedal sounds provides a realistic playing experience. Adjust background hum and "clunk" levels to your liking for a customizable vintage vibe. This deep sampling gives you the real sound and soul of Hammer's prized 140B.
Shape Your Tone With Modeled Controls
The original 140B's preamp, vibrato and hum have been expertly modeled to provide tone-shaping tools. Dial in the preamp's warmth and overdrive to get the amount of grit you want. Control the 140B's signature vibrato effect with Rate and Intensity knobs. Add adjustable hum for extra authenticity. These modeled controls let you craft your own take on the classic Wurly sound.
Effects Expand Your Creative Potential
In addition to the 140B's native tone, the Wurlybird offers eight stompbox-style effects to inspire new musical ideas. Tube Overdrive, Chorus, Rotator, Delay and Reverb are joined by custom Phaser and LoFi algorithms for vintage character. There's also a seven-band graphic EQ for fine-tuning your tone. With this versatile effects collection, you can push the Wurlybird 140B in new directions for a modern twist on a timeless classic.
Inspiring Presets
Whether you want an instantly usable sound or just need a starting point for tweaking, the Wurlybird 140B comes loaded with 50 presets designed by veteran sound designer James Terris. Draw from classics like "Ballad" and "Funky Rhodes" or more modern sounds such as "Indie Pop" and "Neo Soul." With a single click, you can call up any of these presets and begin playing right away. The presets are also fully editable so you can customize them to match your music.
Presets Provide a Launching Point
The Wurlybird 140B comes loaded with 50 presets created by sound designer James Terris. Spanning classic songs to modern styles, these presets give you a starting point to craft your own sounds. Tweak the controls and effects to make each preset your own. Or use them as inspiration to build presets from scratch. With both vintage tones and innovative sounds on tap, the preset library fuels your creativity.
Specifications
- Formats: AU, VST, VST3, AAX, and standalone
- macOS version: macOS 10.13 or above, including macOS 13 Ventura
- Processor: Native Apple M1 or greater processor support, including Ultra
- Recommended specs: 3.4 GHz Quad-Core or M1 CPU with 8GB of RAM
- Windows version: Windows 7 or above, including Windows 11
- Recommended specs: 3.4 GHz Quad-Core computer with 8GB of RAM
- Hard disk space: 309 MB
Features
- Deeply sampled 1964 Wurly 140B electronic piano
- Vibrato, tune, hum controls recreate authentic sound
- 8 stompbox effects, 50 presets from classic to modern
- macOS, Windows compatible