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Fender Rhodes Mark I Stage 73 (1969-1975)

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Step back into the golden era of electric pianos with the Fender Rhodes Mark I Stage 73, a legendary instrument cherished by musicians for its unique sound and timeless appeal. Crafted during the 1970s, this iconic electric piano offers a distinct tonal warmth and bell-like clarity that has graced countless recordings across genres, from jazz to rock to pop. The 73 keys provide a full-range experience, delivering dynamic expression and responsiveness that's unmatched in vintage keyboards.

Each note on the Stage 73 is generated through its signature hammer and tine mechanism, blending traditional piano feel with the electric sound that defined an era. Its portability was a game-changer for gigging musicians, allowing them to take this classic sound on the road without the weight of an acoustic piano. The robust construction ensures durability, while its minimalist design complements any stage or studio setup.

Whether you're a seasoned professional or a vintage gear enthusiast, the Fender Rhodes Mark I Stage 73 is more than just an instrument; it's a piece of music history that continues to inspire creativity and innovation.

Key Features:

73-key electric piano with signature hammer and tine action
Distinctive warm, bell-like sound
Portable design ideal for live performances
Vintage 1970s construction
Suitable for a wide range of musical genres
Durable build quality for long-lasting use

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ezrakh

over 1 year ago

Ain't nothin like the real thing baby

I'm a pro musician, music educator and artist and just like the title says, there's a feeling when playing and hearing a real Rhodes that is unmatched. The resonance of a MKI and the feeling of playing one with wooden keys is a pinnacle in design. Beauty form and function. I don't have the bump mod on mine yet, but I'm curious to see how it might improve the key-bed action. Mine also still has the passive preamp, but running it through some pedals really wakes up the giant. I've had great results with the American Sound/Blonde pedal (made by Tech21, cloned by Joyo and others) as it gives great analog Fender Amp simulation. Next I use the Zoom MS-70 for modulation. Finally I patch it into my spring tank, another reverb pedal or my Space Echo.

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Singer Guitarist Bassist

Genres:

Rock Pop Funk / Soul

john_withers

815

over 7 years ago

Well sort of used to have it....

Played one in the Jazz Band in High School for 2 years. I always found it hard to get good volume out of it and it was kind of wonky but it was still awesome to be able to go to gigs with the school Stage Band. I wish I had known more about how to get the best out of it but I was a dumb high-schooler who just was able to carry it and set it up...even the amp it was hooked up to was a mystery to me then! hehe

tehu

163

almost 8 years ago

Magical tone

This is by far, my favorite instrument of all time. Unique and really modern tone, everlasting sustain and a lot of dynamics. When you understand the way it works and how to tweak it, you can achieve a lot of different tone, some more ''arsh'' and some more ''smooth''. Suitable for a lot of music styles and its perfect for ''padding'', because the tone cover the whole frequency spectrum. Amazing instrument!

jimmarchi1

41029

almost 11 years ago

I have never missed a piece of gear more than this!

I have never missed a piece of gear more than this! Me and my boss at a small studio were once paid for live sound and a location recording with a Rhodes Mk1 73 key. It needed love but I fixed her up well and used her at that little studio on countless projects. When we parted ways and divied up our gear I somehow was fool enough to let him keep it because I lacked space at my apartment at the time... what a fucking mistake. I miss it so much. Every time I see one in a shop for huge money I want to cry. While I prefer the Hohner and Wurli electric piano sound just a bit, the MK1 Rhodes is literally the best sounding fender electric piano. They never improved on it. They are a maintenance nightmare and the action takes some getting sued to, but they sound amazing and are just fun to play once you get the whole Rhodes groove down. And they are easy to run into guitar effects as they send a Hi Z signal like an electric guitar.... Rhodes thru a phaser and a vox? Been there, done that, love it! The built in trem circuit sounds great too... I am getting misty eyed right now yearning for that 73 key beauty. While it must be nice having the full 88 you don't miss them because the Rhodes is all about the midrange and super-high chime notes occasionally (think Wichita Lineman by Glen Campbel... I think the telegraph lick is played on a Rhodes)... anyway. ARGH! I miss this badass keyboard.

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Guitarist Bassist Keyboardist

Genres:

Electronic Orchestra Alternative rock

mvrasicci

289

about 7 years ago

This was my main axe between 1977 and 1984. I still have it...

This is a heavy beast with the sound everyone tries to recreate. I haven't played this great instrument in years but I will get it out and tune it someday...