Arturia Clavinet V Plugin

The Clavinet V from Arturia brings the unmistakable spark and groove of the legendary Clavinet into your digital studio with astonishing authenticity. Rather than relying on static samples, this virtual instrument uses advanced physical modelling to recreate every nuance of the original electro-acoustic mechanism. From the mechanical string contact to the metal plates, damping system, dual pickups and tone filters, Clavinet V delivers a living, breathing instrument under your fingertips. Whether you’re crafting funk riffs in the style of “Superstition”, laying down soulful R&B grooves, or venturing into rock, pop or dance territories, Clavinet V offers both the classic tone and extended modern flexibility. With built-in stomp-box effects, a classic twin-style amp model and full control over components such as hammer hardness or string resonance, it gives you the best of heritage and innovation. Vintage Clavinet hardware has become a rarity to track down and restore, but Clavinet V gives you that unmistakable character, with zero maintenance required. Perfect for producers and keyboardists who demand authenticity and creative freedom in one package.

• Component-level physical modelling:
  Every part of the Clavinet’s mechanism, strings, dampers, pickups, and filters, is modelled for dynamic, authentic behaviour.
• Pickup and tone filter control:
  Four pickup combinations and four filter settings let you sculpt the brightness, phase and character of the instrument.
• Built-in effects and amp modelling:
  Includes wah/auto-wah, phaser, flanger, chorus, delay, overdrive, compressor and a twin-style amp with EQ and reverb.

Tonal Character & Authenticity:

Clavinet V accurately recreates the sound of the original Hohner Clavinet D6, an instrument prized for its percussive, guitar-like string attack and unmistakable funk identity. By modelling all the mechanical and electrical components rather than relying solely on samples, it responds to your playing dynamics, velocity and touch in a highly realistic way. From soft, muted plucks to bright, biting slaps, the tone shifts naturally as you perform. Even subtle parameters such as string resonance, hammer hardness, key-off noise and master damper behaviour are accessible, allowing you to achieve both faithful vintage behaviour and creative modern twists.

Creative Flexibility & Workflow:

Beyond authenticity, Clavinet V offers modern workflow enhancements designed for creative exploration. The instrument features a harmonic-profile selector for changing timbral characters, a velocity-curve editor to match your playing style or controller, and full MIDI‐learn for seamless integration in your DAW. The built-in effects and amp modelling mean you can build complete sounds entirely within the instrument, no additional routing required. Whether you want a classic funk rhythm, a rock-driven comping part or an ultra-processed hybrid texture, Clavinet V gives you both the tone of the past and the tools for the future.

Extended Sound Palette & Production Ready:

While rooted in vintage tone, Clavinet V extends far beyond the original’s capabilities. With 74 factory presets covering everything from pure funk to processed cinematic textures, you can drop it into a live or studio mix with ease. The software supports major plugin formats and integrates into modern DAWs, giving you immediate access to high-quality Clavinet sounds without the hassle of hunting down, restoring or maintaining vintage hardware. Whether used for straightforward rhythm sections, lead lines or experimental textures, Clavinet V stands ready to add instant groove and character to your productions.

• Physical-modelling based virtual instrument of the Hohner Clavinet D6
• Four pickup combinations, four filter settings
• Editable parameters: string resonance, hammer hardness, key-off noise, release time, tuning
• Harmonic profile selector with multiple timbral modes
• Velocity curve editor with preset storage
• Built-in amp model (twin-style) with 3-band EQ, reverb and vibrato
• Eight effects slots: wah/auto-wah plus phaser, flanger, chorus, delay, overdrive, compressor, vocal filter
• Factory presets included (74+)
• Plugin formats: VST3, AU 64-bit, AAX native 64-bit, NKS compatible
• Supported OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) and newer; macOS 11 and newer