Summary

Blue3 Tonewheel Organ is a virtual instrument by Cherry Audio that meticulously models iconic tonewheel organs such as the B-3, C-3, A-100, L-100, CV, and M-3. It provides authentic sound characteristics through detailed modeling of 31 tonewheel sets and 91 tonewheels with phase synchronization, alongside an emulated scanner vibrato/chorus.

Features

• Modeled tonewheel organs with no samples, covering multiple classic models
• Full polyphony across upper, lower, and pedal manuals
• Resizable user interface with multiple sections: Main, Edit, Cabinet, Perform
• Customizable keyboard split and drawbar utilities (Copy, Swap, Reset, Randomize)
• Adjustable tonewheel condition and noise parameters including crosstalk, flutter, leakage, and transformer effects
• Authentic scanner vibrato/chorus with selectable types and depth
• Key click and percussion options with fine-tuning controls
• Four tube overdrive simulations to emulate amplifier distortion
• Speaker cabinet simulation with six speaker types and rotary speed control including acceleration/deceleration
• Microphone simulation with selection of mic types, positioning, spread, and distance
• Three studio-quality stompbox-style effects: Tape Echo Delay, Reverb (Spring, Plate, Hall), and Seven-band Graphic EQ
• Complete MIDI control and DAW automation with MIDI learn and mapping
• Includes over 200 presets spanning classic to modern tones
• Optimized DSP with adjustable oversampling quality

Platform and Formats

Available for macOS (10.13 or later) and Windows (7 or later), supporting native Apple M1 processors and above. Offered as AU, VST, VST3, AAX plugins and as a standalone application.

Target Users

Musicians and producers seeking a realistic, versatile tonewheel organ emulation suitable for genres including blues, gospel, rock, and jazz, both for studio production and live performance.