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Chapter 27 EVD6 491
Model
The Model parameter allows you to select a basic type of tone, or “model”. Each model
has its own unique tonal characteristic, and each is suitable for the creation of very
different sounds. Each model is an instrument in its own right, and can immediately be
played, without any further editing. We will discuss each model below, and encourage
you to experiment with each.
To select a model, simply click-hold in the area between the Stereo Spread and Level
controls, and make your choice from the pop-up list. Release the mouse button once
your selection is made. All EVD6 parameters are available to further shape the tonal
character of the model.
In some respects, the Model parameter can be viewed much like making an oscillator
waveform selection in a synthesizer. As with raw synthesizer waveforms, the editing
parameters can affect the model quite differently. As an example, particular Excite
settings may make one model more “nasal” sounding, and another model more “noisy”.
These behavioral differences are a result of the unique harmonic structures used by
each model.
The Models
Class(ic) D6
An almost 1:1 emulation of the original D6. It includes string noises on long decays,
and realistic release behavior, following the release of the key(s). Each D6 was unique in
its way, so feel free to adjust the many sound shaping controls, in order to match the
sound of D6 units that you have used, or heard.
Old D6
This model emulates a well-worn D6. Hammers and strings are a bit aged, and worn.
The sound of the sticky hammer heads is emulated, as well as the typically “richer”
sound in the bass range.
Sharp D6
Very sharp with a lot of bite—nice with wah wah and phaser.
Mello(w) D6
As the name suggests, a mellow fellow.
Basic
Basic, simple clavinet