Anthology

The unmistakable sound of four classic and rare Rhodes models

Step into the world of music legends and experience the Rhodes instruments that shaped some of the greatest recordings of all time, from Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock to Stevie Wonder, The Doors, Ray Charles, Steely Dan, The Beatles and Led Zeppelin.

Rhodes Anthology presents an authentic collection of classic and rare Rhodes pianos, carefully restored and optimised for exceptional sound and playability. The models in this package stand as a tribute to the iconic Rhodes legacy, meticulously sampled by Rhodes’ internationally acclaimed team of expert sound designers. 

VIRTUAL INSTRUMENTS

• Rhodes Mark 1 Stage 73 A defining instrument of the 1970s, used by Herbie Hancock, Patrice Rushen and Stevie Wonder. The Stage 73 Mark 1 appeared on countless recordings and became a trusted favourite for studio and live musicians worldwide. From warm and mellow to bright and cutting, the sound of the Mark 1 remains legendary.

• Sparkletop 73 Produced between 1965 and 1969, the rare felt-hammer Sparkletop is recognisable by its silver glitter hood. Its earthy, bell-like tone appears on records including Miles Davis’s In a Silent Way and The Beatles’ Let It Be. The Sparkletop’s warm, shimmering character bridges the grittier later Rhodes models and the punchy clarity of other electric pianos of the era. These early models helped define the classic Rhodes sound of late ’60s and early ’70s soul, jazz and rock.

• Rhodes MKV 73 Considered by Harold Rhodes and his team as the pinnacle of the vintage Rhodes era, the MKV introduced improvements in action, tone and portability. Chick Corea was a notable user, performing with his MIDI MKV throughout the 1980s and beyond. The redesigned hammer action and optimised damper system enhanced dynamic range and responsiveness, delivering both smooth, mellow tones and a powerful articulate sound. Samples in the Anthology collection come from Rhodes CPO Dan Goldman’s personal MKV piano.

• Rhodes MK7 73 The MK7 placed the electro-mechanical engine into a distinctive moulded fibreglass shell and offered several variants, including Passive, Active and MIDI-equipped models. It was the first production Rhodes with comprehensive MIDI implementation and delivers a unique dynamic and expressive character.

THE USER INTERFACE

The interface is clear and refined, designed to provide an intuitive workflow while maintaining extensive functionality and high-quality visual renders. A comprehensive range of sound-shaping tools is included, with all preamp and FX modules using the same authentic models as the Rhodes V8 Pro plugin.

The Global Tune function allows precise tuning of each piano. The Timbre Shift feature, adapted from the V8 Pro, enables real-time re-voicing of the instrument and opens up a wide range of tonal possibilities.  

The elegant interface puts the most important sound-shaping tools directly at hand, making it a powerful plugin for musicians seeking classic Rhodes tones.  

Mac:

• macOS Big Sur (11) to Sequoia (15)
• Intel and Apple Silicon (Rosetta and Native)
• 64 bit
• RAM: 8GB (recommended)

Windows:

• Windows 10 or 11
• 64-bit
• RAM: 8GB (recommended)