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Description

Step into the sonic legacy of the Arturia B-3 V and experience the majestic sound of the classic tonewheel organ, now reimagined for the digital age. With its roots in jazz, gospel, rock, reggae, and R&B, this virtual instrument captures the essence of the legendary B3 organ that has inspired musicians for decades. Infused with Arturia’s critically acclaimed modeling technology, the B-3 V offers an unmatched authenticity that not only replicates but enhances the original’s rich and soulful tones.

The B-3 V boasts a robust suite of features, including a meticulously modeled rotary speaker and an array of vintage effects—think of it as a complete organ rig in your computer. This versatile plugin isn’t just a faithful recreation; it’s an upgrade. The addition of a modulation section with LFOs, envelopes, and step sequencers brings new animated textures to your music, allowing you to pioneer new musical landscapes. With dual manual interfaces, separate MIDI channel preferences, and customizable drawbars, you're equipped to tailor the organ’s sound to fit any genre or style.

Whether you're crafting a jazz masterpiece or rocking out to classics, the B-3 V delivers an authentic experience that’s both nostalgic and innovative. Dive into the world of virtual organs with Arturia’s B-3 V and let your creativity flow.

Key Features:

  • Physical Modeling Engine for authentic sound reproduction
  • Dual manual interface with separate MIDI channel preferences
  • 9 drawbars per manual for extensive tonal control
  • Modeled rotary speaker emulator and classic “twin” guitar amp
  • Advanced modulation section with LFOs, envelopes, and step sequencers
  • Convolution-based reverb for realistic acoustic spaces
  • Comprehensive output effects including wah, flanger, and analog delay
  • Easy-to-use MIDI mapping and 86 factory presets
  • Part of Arturia's V Collection with TAE® technology for true analog emulation

Product specs

Software Type Tonewheel Organ modeling
Platform Mac, PC
Upgrade/Full Full
Download/Boxed Download
Bit Depth 32-bit, 64-bit
Format Standalone, AAX, VST, AU
Hardware Requirements - Mac 2 GHz CPU or higher, 4GB RAM minimum
Hardware Requirements - PC 2 GHz CPU or higher, 4GB RAM minimum
OS Requirements - Mac OS X 10.8 or later
OS Requirements - PC Windows 8.1 or later

FAQs

What kind of organ does the Arturia B-3 V emulate?

The Arturia B-3 V emulates the classic tonewheel organ, capturing the iconic sound and features of vintage models like the Hammond B-3.

Is the Arturia B-3 V compatible with my DAW?

The Arturia B-3 V is compatible with DAWs that support AAX, VST, or AU formats, making it versatile for use with most major digital audio workstations.

What are the system requirements for running Arturia B-3 V on a PC?

To run Arturia B-3 V on a PC, you'll need Windows 8.1 or later, a 2 GHz CPU or higher, and a minimum of 4GB RAM.

Can I use the Arturia B-3 V as a standalone application?

Yes, the Arturia B-3 V can be used as a standalone application, allowing you to play it without a DAW.

Does Arturia B-3 V offer rotary speaker effects?

Yes, the Arturia B-3 V includes rotary speaker effects, emulating the classic Leslie speaker sound for authentic tonal variations.

The Sound Test Room

The Sound Test Room

Arturia B 3 V Organ, The BIG Soundtest

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Arturia B 3 V Organ, The BIG Soundtest

The Sound Test Room

The Sound Test Room

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Arturia B-3 V Tutorial

Arturia

Arturia

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Arturia B-3 V VST ORGAN Hammond B-3

NIKOLAJ OSADCHIJ

NIKOLAJ OSADCHIJ

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Arturia B3-V Tutorial Ep.1 - Manuals & Drawbars

One Man And His Songs

One Man And His Songs

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arturia b-3 v preset sounds walkthrough v-collection vst hammond B3 orgel

Jochen Reulbach

Jochen Reulbach

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Arturia B-3 V.

Features and functionality

  • Automating drawbar changes in the Arturia B-3 V can be achieved by mapping VST parameters to macro knobs and using macro snapshots for different sections.

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Software and compatibility

  • The plugin allows for parameters to be mappable/automatable in a DAW like Ableton Live, facilitating integration with MIDI controllers.

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Use cases and applications

  • Owners recommend using clip envelopes and scenes in Ableton to automate changes between song sections for live performances.

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See how Andrew Huang uses Arturia B-3 V

Andrew Huang

Singer, Guitarist

First Of October

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Used on "Living", as shown in this July 11, 2019 video at 16:52.

See how Kostas Maskalides uses Arturia B-3 V

Kostas Maskalides

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Kostas Maskalides is known to utilize the Arturia B-3 V for organ sounds, as evidenced in his track "Decadence" from the album 'Soundscape' on SoundCloud, where this specific gear is mentioned.

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