Martinic's Scanner Vibrato is a virtual effect plugin that replicates the classic scanner-vibrato from tonewheel organs. Enhanced with ACE® modeling, it offers adjustable rate, depth, and stereo width, suitable for various audio sources.
The updated Scanner Vibrato is a virtual effect plugin designed to authentically recreate the scanner-vibrato effect from the classic tonewheel organs. Enhanced with Martinic's proprietary ACE® modeling technology, this plugin is now available in the Retro Pack, which features a collection of Martinic's most iconic instruments and effects, available at a discounted bundle rate. For detailed instructions, users can refer to the plugin's manual page.
The original scanner-vibrato effect emerged in the 1940s as an analog, electromechanical device. It comprised an analog delay line and a mechanical rotor known as a "scanner." Driven by the organ's internal motor, the rotor's speed was fixed at approximately 6.9 Hz. The scanner-vibrato could produce both chorus and vibrato effects, offering three distinct depth presets. This effect became a staple of tonewheel organs, contributing to their distinctive sound. For more information about the origins of the Scanner Vibrato, refer to historical resources on the topic.
Martinic's Scanner Vibrato faithfully emulates the original scanner-vibrato, maintaining the distinctive features and imperfections of the vintage effect. It provides enhanced flexibility compared to the original hardware, allowing users to adjust the rate, depth, and stereo width of the effect. Unlike the original, which was limited to organ sounds, this plugin can be applied to a wide range of audio sources, including guitars and synthesizers.
Martinic’s ACE® modeling technique guarantees a high-quality and precise emulation of analog instruments and effects. The ACE® logo signifies the plugin's adherence to the highest standards of accuracy and authenticity.
The sounds featured in the demos are created using the Martinic Scanner Vibrato, showcasing its unique ability to capture the vintage essence of 1940s organs and contemporary synthesizers.