IK Multimedia SampleTank 4 Clavitube | Vintage Clavinet tube-flavored sound expansion, born for funk and pop grooves
SampleTank 4 Clavitube is an expansion sound library designed for keyboardists and producers, focusing on the classic Clavinet's snap and bite combined with warm tube-like saturation. Whether funk, soul, R&B, or modern pop, it quickly delivers bright, penetrating rhythmic and harmonic parts, and can be further shaped using SampleTank's effects and modulation tools.
Key Product Features
- Classic Clavinet-style keyboard tones that present a natural plucked-string feel and clear articulation.
- A variety of tonal characters, from clean direct sounds to saturated tones with tube amp and cabinet character.
- Performance-friendly dynamic layers and key response, preserving detail and groove.
- Deep shaping with amps, cabinets, EQ, compression, and modulation effects inside SampleTank.
- Clear tone categorization and tagging, supporting quick search, favorites, and workflow management.
- Common parameters pre-mapped (tone brightness, envelopes, effect amounts, etc.) for easy real-time adjustment.
- Supports keyboard pedals and MIDI CC control, suitable for stage performance and studio production.
- Compatible with SampleTank 4's layering, key-mapping, and stacking features, making it easy to create complex keyboard sounds.
System Requirements
- Requires SampleTank 4 platform (or a compatible version) to be pre-installed and authorized.
- 64-bit Windows or macOS operating system.
- A modern multi-core processor, sufficient RAM, and available storage space are recommended.
- A stable internet connection is required to download, install, and activate content.
Plugin Formats
- AAX (used via the SampleTank 4 plugin within compatible hosts)
- AU (macOS)
- VST3
- Also playable in the standalone SampleTank 4 application
Supported Applications and DAW Integration
Load SampleTank 4 on an instrument track in your DAW and select a Clavitube preset from the sound library to play. You can use DAW automation or MIDI CC to control filters, envelopes, and effect parameters, and combine keyboard pedals for real-time expression. When paired with an AI assistant, you can generate or import MIDI phrases and chord progressions and audition arrangements quickly using the Clavitube sounds, then export audio or keep the MIDI for further mixing and production.
