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Description

Step back in time and explore the rich sonic palette of the E-mu Vintage Keys, a sound module that captures the essence of the classic synthesizer era. Designed for musicians who crave authentic old-school tones, this module is packed with a variety of vintage sounds from the '60s, '70s, and '80s. With its powerful sound engine, the E-mu Vintage Keys delivers a versatile selection of classic electric pianos, organs, strings, and more, ideal for live performances or studio production.

The E-mu Vintage Keys is renowned for its 32-note polyphony, ensuring you can layer sounds and play complex chords without losing the richness and depth of each note. The module's user-friendly interface makes it easy to navigate its vast library of presets, and its compact design ensures it fits seamlessly into any setup. Whether you're looking to recreate legendary sounds or infuse your music with classic vibes, the E-mu Vintage Keys is a reliable partner in your creative journey.

Key Features:

  • 32-note polyphony for complex layering
  • Extensive library of vintage sounds from the '60s, '70s, and '80s
  • Powerful sound engine for authentic tone reproduction
  • User-friendly interface for easy navigation
  • Compact design for seamless integration into any setup
  • Ideal for live performances and studio production
  • MIDI compatibility for versatile connectivity options
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marcoballa

EMU Vintage Keys - Sounds Examples (01 of 03)

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EMU Vintage Keys - Sounds Examples (01 of 03)

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marcoballa

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E-MU VINTAGE KEYS | No Talking by MeX

Synth Cloud

Synth Cloud

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EMU Vintage Keys - Sounds Examples (03 of 03)

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marcoballa

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E-mu Vintage Keys (1992) Digital Synthesizer

Nacho Marty Meyer

Nacho Marty Meyer

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E-mu | Vintage Keys | Factory Demo Songs

Simon Le Grec

Simon Le Grec

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EMU Vintage Keys

Mark Barlow

Mark Barlow

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E-MU Vintage keys

Musicnectar

Musicnectar

Reviews

Critic Reviews

E-Mu Vintage Keys (MT Apr 93)

muzines.co.uk

E-mu's Vintage Keys sound module brilliantly crams 20 years of classic keyboards into a compact unit, offering a robust selection of sampled sounds from iconic instruments like the Minimoog and Mellotron. While its polyphony can be limiting, and some samples loop too quickly, the organ sounds are exceptional, and the digital filters allow for dynamic sound shaping. Despite the absence of onboard effects, Vintage Keys excels in versatility and practicality, making it a must-have for studios and live performances. Its affordability and reliability position it as an indispensable tool for musicians seeking vintage tones without the hassle of maintaining original gear.

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Emu Vintage Keys (SOS Apr 93)

muzines.co.uk

The E-mu Vintage Keys synthesizer module offers a compelling throwback to classic keyboard sounds from the '70s and '80s, with a focus on authenticity and usability. It impressively captures the essence of iconic instruments like the Moog and Oberheim with high-quality samples and flexible modulation options. The module's design improvements, such as a more accessible front panel and resonant filters, enhance user experience and sound creation capabilities. However, it falls short with the absence of on-board effects and the notable omission of the DX7 Electric Piano in its basic version. Despite these drawbacks, the Vintage Keys remains a powerful tool for those seeking classic analog sounds without the exorbitant cost of vintage hardware.

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bobjack

Good!

Good rompler. It have very good sounds in memory. If you need some vintage sound in your mix

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See how DJ Koze uses E-mu Vintage Keys

DJ Koze

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via Dancing Astronaut

In an article by Grace Fleisher on Dancing Astronaut, DJ Koze's use of the E-mu Vintage Keys sound module is noted, as it is positioned beneath the Bass Station module in his setup.

See how Graham Massey uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Graham Massey

Guitarist, Keyboardist

808 State

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Verified via Discogs

E-mu Vintage Keys was used on the track "Quincy's Lunch," according to the liner notes for State to State 2.

See how Yuki Kajiura uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Yuki Kajiura

Composer

Kalafina

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Verified via YouTube

Spotted in interview in the background.

See how Arjen Anthony Lucassen uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Arjen Anthony Lucassen

Singer, Guitarist

Ayreon

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Verified via Arjenlucassen

Taken from Arjen's website, Info tab: Studio Equipment.

See how Paul Hardcastle uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Paul Hardcastle

Keyboardist, Composer

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Verified via Soundonsound

"The M1R gets used for its Bottle Bell patch, but I have to say that I'm a bit disappointed by Studio Electronics' MIDIMini analogue synth, as the tuning drifts quite badly. However, I also have their SE1 analogue synth which is great for bass. Surprisingly, the little Peavey Spectrum Bass also has some great bass sounds that I use — patches three and four. My Vintage Keys is only used occasionally, mainly for the Wurlitzer piano, while the Korg X3 is left set to patch 10, a kind of Rhodes sound. The JV1080 also has a lovely electric piano sound on it, but I'm a bit disappointed with the Technics WSA1R as it doesn't have many really usable sounds. I've just bough a Yamaha CS2X for a bit of fun, for sequencing and so on, and the Trinity I still like."

See how TIM SIMENON uses E-mu Vintage Keys

TIM SIMENON

Keyboardist, Composer

Interference

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Verified via Gearslutz

Tim Simenon used the E-mu Vintage Keys sound module during the production of Depeche Mode's "Ultra" album, as discussed on the Gearslutz Pro Audio Community forum.

See how Marius de Vries uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Marius de Vries

Composer, Music Producer

The Blow Monkeys

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Verified via Soundonsound

The tenth photo shows his studio and is captioned: "Marius de Vries now does most of his programming work in his own room at London's Strongroom studios. The large rack at left contains, from top, Alesis DM Pro drum module, Korg O1R/W sound module, Roland MKS80 Super Jupiter synth with MPG80 programmer, Studio Electronics MIDIMoog synth, two Akai S3200 samplers, Emu Vintage Keys and Morpheus sound modules, Kurzweil K2000R sound module, Roland MKS50 and JV1080 sound modules."

See how Geoff Nicholls uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Geoff Nicholls

Guitarist, Bassist

Black Sabbath

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Verified via Photo

According to Peavey Monitor magazine (Volume 19, Issue 1, Page 9), Geoff Nicholls used an E-mu Vintage Keys rack, which was located under his Peavey Versamix rack.

See how Paul Shaffer uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Paul Shaffer

Composer

The Honeydrippers

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Verified via YouTube

At [18:46] Paul Shaffer shows Vintage Keys module "It's got some cool sounds that I do use. And I've got it set so that it's MIDI'd all the time from.. From this old Kurzweil (K250)". Module was used for Aerosmith - Cryin [19:12]

See how Franck Roger uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Franck Roger

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via Facebook

In a photo shared on Franck Roger's official Facebook page, his rack equipment includes the E-mu Vintage Keys sound module.

See how Rob Playford (AKA Timecode) uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Rob Playford (AKA Timecode)

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via Archive

According to this article on the making of Goldie's Timeless album from the June 1998 issue of Sound on Sound magazine, Playford's studio gear includes a Vintage Keys module.

See how Kenji Kawai uses E-mu Vintage Keys

Kenji Kawai

Keyboardist, Composer

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Verified

Kenji Kawai uses the E-mu Vintage Keys, as confirmed on his official website's profile section.

Used With

Based on how musicians on Equipboard use E-mu Vintage Keys, it is most commonly used with the following gear.

Roland Super JV-1080
10
Roland JV-2080 Synthesizer Module
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9
E-mu Morpheus
E-mu Morpheus Synthesizers & Sound Modules
8
Akai S3200
Akai S3200 Audio Samplers
6
Roland JD-990
Roland JD-990 Synthesizers & Sound Modules
6
Korg Prophecy
Korg Prophecy Synthesizers
5
Roland JD-800
Roland JD-800 Synthesizers
5
Akai S1100
Akai S1100 Audio Samplers
4
Akai S1000
Akai S1000 Audio Samplers
4

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