Inside the Sonic Creation with Doctormix

7. November 2025

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Inside the Sonic Creation with Doctormix

Step into a world where sound becomes tactile and each note carries its own narrative. Join Doctormix on an evocative journey through the making of the Rhodes Stage 61, as layers of raw materials morph into a symphony of technology, tradition, and texture.

A Journey Begins in Reverberation

With the exuberance typical of Doctormix, the video starts on a high note, as he embarks on a road trip to the legendary Rhodes Factory. A palpable sense of anticipation builds, echoing like a crescendo within the car, as the journey promises to unveil the mystique and process behind crafting the coveted Rhodes Stage 61. The camaraderie amongst Doctormix and his team suggests a sonic tapestry woven through shared experiences and laughter. The Rhodes Factory, a sacred ground for analog devotees, awaits to showcase a confluence of traditional craftsmanship and modern innovation.


The Sacred Process of Creation

Inside the hallowed walls of the Rhodes Factory, Doctormix delves into the intricate process of birthing a musical masterpiece. As we traverse the production floor, each station tells a story – metalwork and wood finishing transform raw elements into tactile dreams, while hands deftly assemble components, infusing each piece with life. The voicing and tuning of the tines – reminiscent of tuning an orchestra – ensure each note exudes its intended warmth and vitality. Doctormix marvels at the precision involved, observing how every decision in construction speaks a different dialect of sound. The artisans, akin to modern-day alchemists, manipulate materials to craft not just a piano, but an instrument of ethereal resonance. “We’re always trying to do something a little bit different,” one technician shares, encapsulating the spirit of innovation that propels Rhodes forward. In this dance of creation, Doctormix immerses himself, becoming just another thread in the vast weave of musical history.

We're always trying to do something a little bit different.

"We're always trying to do something a little bit different."

© Screenshot/Quote: Doctormix (YouTube)

Tuning the Cosmic Frequencies

This will take about an hour, this part, the leveling of the keys.

"This will take about an hour, this part, the leveling of the keys."

© Screenshot/Quote: Doctormix (YouTube)

Like tuning the very galaxy, Rhodes pianos undergo a meticulous calibration, adjusting the frequency responses and ensuring perfect harmony between components. Doctormix witnesses the installation of a cutting-edge MIDI system that includes polyphonic aftertouch – a revolutionary enhancement turning the Stage 61 into a beacon of expressive possibility. This modification breathes new life into an analog classic, bridging worlds of past and future. Each tiny adjustment seems to ripple through time, echoing the legacy of the Rhodes name even as it adapts to contemporary demands. In this realm, technology and tradition dance, creating a symphony that resonates with aficionados and new listeners alike.

Crafting the Story of Sound

The fabrication of each Rhodes instrument holds a narrative as rich as the sounds it produces. Doctormix explores how scale is balanced with the uniqueness of a handcrafted journey, where quality control becomes a ritual of devotion. It’s here that craftsmanship meets vision, and the Rhodes team ensures consistency without sacrificing the distinct character of each piano. Alongside tales of new development, anecdotes of curious legends about lost Rhodes pianos add a whimsical layer, suggesting a mythology steeped in sound and history. From sourcing materials to the final crescendo of assembling the components, the Rhodes Stage 61 emerges not just as an instrument, but as a storyteller in sonic form.


Unveiling the Custom Soul

As the tour culminates, Doctormix takes us into the Rhodes Custom Shop, a dreamscape where imagination paints with sound. Here, the customization of each piano mirrors the individuality of its eventual owner, allowing for creations as unique as musical fingerprints. The video closes with a performance, a climactic jam featuring both the iconic Dan Goldman and the transcendental tones of the new Stage 61, weaving an audial tapestry that lingers in the listener’s psyche. This finale, as much a celebration of heritage as of innovation, leaves us resonating with the echoes of a legacy born anew.

So we're calling them limited drops, they're available for order over a week or two-week period.

"So we're calling them limited drops, they're available for order over a week or two-week period."

© Screenshot/Quote: Doctormix (YouTube)

This article is also available in German. Read it here: https://synthmagazin.at/im-inneren-der-klanglichen-schoepfung-mit-doctormix/
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