A clavinet is an electromechanical keyboard instrument, created by Ernst Zacharias for Hohner in the 1960s, designed to emulate the sound of a clavichord but with amplified volume suitable for live performance.
πΉ How it works:
Each key plucks a string (like a clavichord), which is then captured by magnetic pickups similar to an electric guitar.
The signal is sent to an amplifier, giving it a bright, percussive, funky sound.
Β The timeless resonance of this iconic instrument becomes a portal to a new sonic dimension. Sampled for Kontakt
clavinet close-up
The Hohner Clavinet’s distinctive voice is a symphony of nostalgia, a fusion of plucked strings and electrified allure that conjures the essence of a bygone era. As your fingers dance upon the keys, you unleash melodies that resonate with the essence of rhythm and soul.