Blueprint: Wurli

About

Completing our trio of free vintage electric pianos, Wurli captures the unmistakable charm of the classic Wurlitzer electric piano. Recorded from an original model at Nave Studios, it delivers everything from smooth, mellow tones to the signature growl that defined countless soul, pop, and rock records.

With its bespoke Atmosphere Layer, crafted from evolving pads and subtle textures, Wurli goes beyond traditional electric piano sounds. From expressive vintage warmth to immersive cinematic soundscapes, it's a versatile instrument that bridges timeless character with modern creativity.

Walkthrough

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The Interface

• Stereo Spread – Increasing the stereo spread will pan the lower notes to the left and the upper notes to the right.
• Chorus – Control the intensity of the in-built chorus effect.
• Atmosphere – Add an ethereal Atmosphere Layer pad to extend the sonic possibilities of the library.
• Reverb – Control the overall volume of the built-in reverb. Click the settings cog for more controls.
• Signal – Switch between a DI or amped signal, for a cleaner or more gritty sound.
• Mechanical – Control the volume of the acoustic key and release noise picked up from the mics.
• Settings Cog – Click the cog to the left of the interface to open up further settings.
• Sample Start – Increase the sample start time to reduce latency. Decrease the sample start time for more realism. The latency above is the correct number for the use of negative delay (pre-delay) in your DAW MIDI settings.
• Velocity Response – Increase the velocity response to accentuate the volume difference between soft and hard velocities. Reduce the slider to increase the volume of the soft dynamics.