5. DX7 V (Yamaha DX7)
• What It Is: A digital recreation of the Yamaha DX7, one of the first digital FM synthesizers.
• Why It’s Iconic: Known for its crisp, glassy bell tones, basses, and EP sounds.
• Notable Records:
• Whitney Houston – How Will I Know (electric piano)
• A-ha – Take On Me
• Brian Eno – DX7 was a key tool in ambient music.
6. B3 V (Hammond B3 Organ)
• What It Is: Emulation of the Hammond B3 Organ with its iconic Leslie speaker effect.
• Why It’s Iconic: Essential for jazz, gospel, rock, and funk.
• Notable Records:
• Deep Purple – Smoke on the Water
• The Doors – Light My Fire
• Stevie Wonder – Higher Ground