{"product_id":"rhodes-vari-amp","title":"Rhodes Vari-Amp","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/rhodesmusic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Vari-Amp-Packshot.png\" width=\"690\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-id=\"99f3fe4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eINTRODUCING RHODES VARI-AMP\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-id=\"a6503b2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake your tone shaping into a new world of sonic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing Rhodes Vari-Amp – a first-of-its-kind character plugin from Rhodes, designed for keyboardists, guitarists, producers, and instrumentalists who crave warmth, soul, and authentic analogue colour in every sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom smooth vintage saturation to crisp modern edge, Vari-Amp combines six unmistakable iconic Rhodes preamps with a hand-picked selection of seven classic and modern amplifiers and seven microphones. Crafted to add depth, colour, and dynamic movement to any sound source enhancing a single track or bringing cohesion and character to your entire mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of Vari-Amp lies a dual-module architecture, featuring dedicated preamps and Amp\/Mic sections. Each module offers its own dry\/wet blend control, allowing fully variable interaction between clean and processed signals for nuanced tonal sculpting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"8f98c9f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSIX ICONIC RHODES PREAMPS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"575fb05\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach preamp circuit draws from the Rhodes legacy, faithfully modelled from classic pianos, from the MK1 ‘79 Suitcase, through Hot Rodded preamp to MK8. Every model features its own distinctive EQ models and harmonic response, authentically reflecting the tonal DNA of its era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three-mode Drive circuit, based on the MK8 preamp and extended with overdrive and saturation options, delivers everything from subtle warmth to expressive dynamic distortion. The continuously variable wet\/dry mix control ensures precise balancing of dry and driven signals, preserving clarity and articulation while enhancing depth and colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/rhodesmusic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Vari-Amp-Laptop.png\" width=\"690\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"2b460c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eCLASSIC AND MODERN AMPS \u0026amp; MICS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"bc95718\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Amp\/Mic section features a collection of legendary amplifiers and workhorse microphones, carefully selected for their tonal individuality and musical response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach amp and mic pairing can be blended continuously with both the dry signal and the preamp tone, enabling limitless tonal combinations – from refined harmonic depth to bold, saturated presence and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"e2a4431\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBEYOND SATURATION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"edd557d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDYNAMICS, DEPTH AND CONTROL\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"778cbf2\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVari-Amp’s versatile compressor provides precise control over dynamics, capable of transparent smoothing, subtle glue, or aggressive rhythmic punch. The compressor and global EQ modules feature Pre\/Post routing for flexible signal flow and creative experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe global EQ and Reverb module complete the signal chain, offering final tonal refinement, ambience, and spatial imaging. Input gain and drive parameters interact organically with every stage of the circuit, ensuring a deeply musical response at any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic suite of 6 classic vintage and modern Rhodes preamps, each with unique EQ topology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 iconic amplifier models including DUO, 8015 Combo, L5, Rhodes Suitcase Cabinet, Rhodes Satellite, ACT PA, EXPR Combo. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 classic microphone models, including dynamic, condenser and ribbon options.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndependent Preamps and Amp\/Mic sections with continuous dry\/wet blending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated 3-mode Drive circuit for variable saturation and harmonic colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile compressor with parallel mix and flexible pre\/post routing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlobal EQ and reverb module for tonal enhancement and ambience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput gain interaction influencing circuit response and harmonic structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreset management for instant recall and workflow integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"8cb2975\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAudio examples\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-id=\"ae2a388\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeyboardists, guitarists, producers, and instrumentalists can now experience the iconic magic of the most sought-after Rhodes preamps, alongside classic workhorse amps and studio-grade microphones in plugin format. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor optimal experience with the Rhodes Vari-Amp, we recommend using headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"690\" height=\"388\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7lqvVHACOl8?si=b8xEFoJEl4GhoWaw\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e","brand":"Rhodes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54332947693852,"sku":"variamp","price":89.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0732\/1983\/4140\/files\/vari-amp-packshot.jpg?v=1784619032","url":"https:\/\/jrrshop-3235.myshopify.com\/products\/rhodes-vari-amp","provider":"jrrshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}