Rhodes Clav Pro: Clav D6 Virtual Instrument Plugin

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Rhodes Clav Pro is a virtual instrument plugin that recreates the 1977 Clav D6 'Transition' electro-acoustic string keyboard, with Clav-specific drive, compression, wah and effects.

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01Overview

Rhodes Clav Pro is a virtual instrument built around the Clav D6, the electro-acoustic string keyboard known for its sharp attack and percussive, rhythmic voice. The plugin is based on a multi-sampled 1977 D6 'Transition' model and adds the Clav's pickup selection, EQ circuitry and mute slider. Rhodes includes its own FX suite, covering amp simulations, microphone options, modulation, delay and reverb. The plugin is available in VST3, AU and AAX formats for Windows and macOS.

Best for

Funk rhythm parts
Disco and soul keys
Clav-style lead lines
Rock and guitar-like solos
Vintage electric keys

Developer: Rhodes
Category: Virtual Instruments
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Multi-sampled 1977 Clav D6 'Transition' model
1:1 recreation of original Clav pickup selection and EQ
Authentic mute slider for the muted Clav sound
Clav-specific Drive and Compressor circuits
Envelope/Wah section with Frequency, Gain and Resonance
Timbre Shift for real-time tonal re-voicing
Sustain pedal support and pitch bend for Clav whammy effects
L5, JC and Duo amp simulations with Dynamic and Condenser mics

03In depth

Clav D6 Sound, Pickups and Mute Slider

The core of Clav Pro is a 1:1 recreation of the original Clav pickup selection and EQ circuitry, along with an authentic mute slider for the muted Clav sound. The sound comes from a multi-sampled 1977 D6 'Transition' model, which Rhodes describes as capturing the instrument's sharp attack and bite.

Dedicated Clav-specific Drive and Compressor circuits shape the tone from tight rhythmic stabs to saturated lead sounds. Adjustable cabinet resonance and key noise modelling add texture to each note.

Wah, Timbre Shift and Performance Controls

The Envelope/Wah section offers Frequency, Gain and Resonance controls. Timbre Shift changes the tonal character in real time and can re-voice the instrument toward different vintage conditions.

Sustain pedal support and pitch bend are included, so the instrument can produce expressive Clav-style whammy effects and guitar-like solo lines. Velocity response and the other controls are adjusted with slider-based interfaces, and full preset recall is supported.

Built-In Amps, Microphones and Effects

Clav Pro includes L5, JC and Duo amp simulations, plus Dynamic and Condenser microphone options. The effects section covers stereo Chorus, Phaser and Delay, along with Spring, Plate, Room and Hall reverb types.

The interface shares its engine and design with Rhodes Anthology, according to the developer, and is set up for a fast, hands-on workflow.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Rhodes
Type	Plugin
Category	Virtual Instruments
Formats	VST3, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is Rhodes Clav Pro?

Rhodes Clav Pro is a virtual instrument plugin that recreates the 1977 Clav D6 'Transition' electro-acoustic string keyboard, built from multi-sampled recordings.