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Description

The Crumar Roady is a nostalgic yet innovative analog electric piano that captures the essence of vintage sound while offering modern versatility. This unique instrument features three distinct voices: Bass, Vibes, and Piano, each crafted to deliver an authentic, warm tone that resonates with musicians of all levels. With its dual sample sets—clean and processed—this keyboard provides an extensive range of sonic possibilities. The clean samples offer a pure, unaltered sound, while the processed samples, recorded using a vintage tape machine, introduce a characterful, textured dimension.

Designed for both studio and live performances, the Roady allows for seamless transitions between its three voices, thanks to its intuitive button interface. The piano section, in particular, offers a flexible key range controlled by L(eft) and R(ight) buttons, enabling you to activate either the lower or upper half of the keyboard, catering to your musical preference.

The user-friendly effects section further enhances your creative potential, providing you with the tools to customize and tweak your sound effortlessly. Whether you're a seasoned professional or an aspiring musician, the Crumar Roady is a versatile companion that invites you to explore and create without limits.

Key Features:

  • Three distinct voices: Bass, Vibes, and Piano
  • Dual sample sets: Clean and processed for diverse tonal options
  • Intuitive button interface for easy voice and key range selection
  • User-friendly effects section for sound customization
  • Requires full version of NI Kontakt 5.7 or above
Andralyn de Bagschaghe

Andralyn de Bagschaghe

1980 Crumar Roady Demo Record

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1980 Crumar Roady Demo Record

Andralyn de Bagschaghe

Andralyn de Bagschaghe

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Crumar roady

Jim Jams Vintage Music

Jim Jams Vintage Music

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Synth Magic Crumar Roady

Synth Magic

Synth Magic

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Crumar Roady.

Setup and maintenance

  • Users have found that using a simple mono jack lead instead of a stereo one can resolve sustain pedal compatibility issues with the Crumar Roady.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Owners suggest creating a custom lead with a stereo inline jack and a mono plug to adapt existing pedals like the Roland DP10 for the Crumar Roady.

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Features and functionality

  • It's noted that the Crumar Roady may provide sustain in reverse, meaning sustain is activated when the connection is not shorted.

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