A NEW CHAPTER FOR A MODERN CLASSIC
THE MK8 MIDI ARRIVES AT ABBEY ROAD
Abbey Road Studios and Rhodes share a storied musical history, intertwined through decades of legendary recordings and iconic artists.
The distinctive Rhodes sound has resonated within Abbey Road’s walls on celebrated sessions, from Richard Wright’s ethereal tones on Pink Floyd’s “Breathe” to Alfa Mist’s lush arrangements on Yussef Dayes’ “Love Is The Message”.
These landmark recordings underscore a creative partnership that continues to inspire artists across generations.
A CLASSIC REDEFINED FOR THE MODERN STUDIO
THE NEXT STEP IN THE RHODES JOURNEY
This rich legacy now enters an exciting new chapter with Abbey Road’s integration of the Rhodes MK8 MIDI – an instrument designed to honour the classic Rhodes sound while embracing modern technology through enhanced MIDI capabilities.
The MK8 is poised to offer contemporary artists and producers fresh creative possibilities, bridging tradition and innovation.
Its arrival at Abbey Road represents more than a product update. It’s a natural continuation of a decades-long sonic relationship – one now refreshed and ready to inspire the next generation of recordings.
Full-circle moment for artist-in-residence
jordan rakei at abbey road
As Abbey Road’s first official Artist-in-Residence and an ambassador of Rhodes, Jordan Rakei has embraced the MK8 as a core part of his creative process. The instrument features heavily on his upcoming album – tracked, fittingly, at Abbey Road.
“My earliest memories of music are deeply rooted in Rhodes – through artists like Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, and Herbie Hancock. Many of my favorite records were made at Abbey Road, so working here with the Rhodes MK8 feels like a full-circle moment. The instrument has already become central to my new album – I’m especially excited about the possibilities it offers.”
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