Vivid Keys

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Versatile Studio Grand.

The warm, organic sound of a classic grand piano—in vivid detail.

Recorded in a dry studio using close mics, Vivid Keys captures the pure, direct sound of a Yamaha C3 grand piano—a mainstay of recording studios worldwide. By using the soft pedal for all samples, Vivid Keys delivers rich, round timbres.

Three ready-to-go mixes let you start creating right away. The natural mix offers an upfront, present sound with just a touch of optional reverb. The cinematic mix builds on the softer dynamics of the raw piano tone, adding a large, shimmering pad. And the tight pop mix uses dynamic compression to provide the punch for cutting through any production.

Highlights:

• 3 ready-to-go mixes: Natural, cinematic, and tight pop.
• Features sustain-pedal sampling plus a Bricasti Design M7 reverb for creating a rich, spacious sound.
• Sampled with the soft pedal on for a round, warm tone.
• Recorded with closely placed Neumann TLM 103 mics.
• Includes numerous dynamic layers and transitions for smooth playing from pianissimo to mezzo-forte.
• Incorporates extensive release and mechanical noise sampling for enhanced realism.