Wurly
Vintage Electric Piano
Authentic Reed Sound
Wurly is a plugin inspired by the famous reed electric pianos from the 60s and 70s. Faithfully capturing the distinct, soulful tone and dynamic feel of the original instruments, this emulation includes both the classic 200 and the refined 200A models.
Wurly provides a comprehensive set of controls for shaping the electric elements of the sound, including pickup emulation, envelope settings, and the iconic built-in tremolo (historically mislabeled as ‘Vibrato’). The geometry of the pickup and reed has been precisely modeled to ensure maximum authenticity. The electric section uses physical modeling techniques to capture the true behavior and sound of the original instruments.
It also offers detailed control over the mechanical aspects, such as hammer, key, pedal noises, and clank section. The Mechanical section uses both physical models and samples to fine-tune each nuance of the piano’s character, adding depth and realism to the emulation.
We have also carefully sampled the speakers on each model so you can blend the direct sound with the speaker sound.
Wurly is available for macOS, Windows, and Linux (VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP, Standalone).
It’s also available on the App Store for iOS and iPadOS (AUv3 and Standalone).
Wurlitzer® Pianos
Introduced in 1968, the Wurlitzer® 200 electric piano marked a significant design evolution with its sleek, contemporary style and built-in chrome legs. Known for its vibrant, versatile sound—from soft, bell-like tones to aggressive, biting notes—the 200 series used an electromechanical method where hammers strike metal reeds, and the vibrations are picked up by electrostatic pickups.
The upgraded Wurlitzer® 200A, released in the early 1970s, improved upon its predecessor with better electrical noise shielding, enhanced action for more expressive play, and upgraded speakers for a warmer sound.
Popular across various music genres from rock to soul, these electric pianos remain iconic for their unique timbre and enduring presence in both classic recordings and modern tracks.
The Emulation
We have combined physical modeling techniques for both the electric and mechanical sections with high-quality samples, specifically for the mechanical components, to faithfully recreate the iconic sounds of the 200 and 200A electric pianos.
This hybrid approach ensures that each nuance of the original instruments’ tone and response is captured, delivering an authentic and dynamic playing experience.
Effects
Wurly features a set of four high-quality effects, inspired by classic gear and designed to complement the electric piano’s character.
- Overdrive, for rich harmonic distortion inspired by classic guitar pedals
- Phaser, delivering rich, sweeping movement inspired by vintage analog designs
- Flanger, BBD based, capable of everything from subtle modulation to swirling textures
- Spring Reverb, adding classic vintage reverb
You can rearrange the effects in any order using drag and drop.
Standalone
Wurly now includes a standalone version, so you can enjoy the classic sound of the Wurlitzer® 200 and 200A without needing a DAW.
Whether you’re playing live, practicing, or sketching ideas, the standalone version keeps things simple and convenient.
Also available on iOS
Wurly is available for iPhone and iPad on the App Store, as a AUv3 plugin and Standalone (IAA).
Download on theApp Store
Wurly Demo
Try Wurly for free with some limitations: silence for 3 seconds every 45 seconds, saving disabled.
If you like it, you can purchase a license and then authorize the demo version.
macOS
Requires macOS 10.13 or higher
AU, VST2, VST3, AAX, CLAP, Standalone (64bit only)
Download DemoWindows
Requires Windows 7 or higher
VST2, VST3, AAX, CLAP, Standalone (64bit only)
Download DemoLinux
Requires Ubuntu 20.04 or newer
VST2, VST3, CLAP, Standalone (64bit only)
Download DemoSpecifications
- 200 and 200A Models
- Physical Modelling and Samples
- Electric and Mechanical Controls
- Speakers (mono/stereo)
- 4 Effects (drive, phaser, flanger, spring reverb)
- MIDI Learn
- Resizable Window
- Preset system with randomizer
- Brightness and Contrast Controls
System Requirements
Windows
Windows 7 – 11
2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM
VST2, VST3, AAX, CLAP, Standalone (64-bit)
macOS
macOS 10.13 – macOS 26
2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM
VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, CLAP, Standalone (64-bit)
Universal 2 Binary
Linux
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS
2GHz CPU, 4 GB RAM
VST2, VST3, CLAP, Standalone (64-bit)
Changelog
v1.3 2026/05/26
- Added: MIDI Learn
- Added: ASIO support for Standalone
- Added: macOS 26 Tahoe support
- Improved: Envelope Random behavior
- Improved: Phaser FX
- Fixed: Note retriggering reduces gain when sustain pedal is on
- Fixed: Online Activation on Windows
v1.2 2025/04/10
- Added: Effect Section (Overdrive, Phaser, Flanger, Spring Reverb)
- Added: New presets
- Added: macOS Sequoia Support
- Improved: CPU and memory usage
- Fixed: Bypass causing note loop
v1.1 2024/12/09
- Added: Standalone version
- Added: Mod Wheel to Tremolo option
- Added: Global Volume Boost
- Added: Soft Clip
- Added: macOS Sonoma Support
- Fixed: Speakers Stereo mixed as Mono
- Fixed: Keyboard Range Original missing notes
v1.0 2024/06/13
- Release!
Copy Protection
To activate your plugin you can choose between Online and Offline authorization.
Create an account, log in through the plugin to activate, or download your license file for offline activation.
Activation
1 license up to 3 computers
No iLok
No dongles, no cloud
No Internet
No connection required to activate
Wurly is not affiliated with, sponsored, nor endorsed by Wurlitzer®.
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