Chroma Upright Piano

Chroma - Upright Piano is a virtual instrument developed for film composers and music producers.

Combining rich history, meticulous restoration, this piano offers an emotionally resonant and versatile soundscape that stands out in any score. It's also the ideal companion to the Chroma - Grand Piano, offering a distinct sound to enhance your musical productions.

Whether you're creating heartfelt, intimate scores or powerful cinematic compositions, this upright piano will bring character and depth to your music.

The journey of the Chroma - Upright Piano began in a small studio where the Sonuscore team was initially focused on recording a grand piano. However, an unassuming upright piano in the same studio captured their attention. Its distinct sound and emotional depth left a lasting impression, prompting the team to record and share its unique character with the world.

This upright piano is a century-old masterpiece from a small, renowned piano house. Lovingly restored with new strings, felts, and mechanics, it maintains its tune exceptionally well while preserving its authentic, vintage charm. Sonuscore says this restoration, combined with their expertise in coding and sampling, has resulted in a classic piano with modern features.

When we were recording Chroma - Upright Piano, we were seated across from this old upright. We were loving the brilliant sound of the grand, but at the same time, we also fell in love with the intimate vibe of the upright. The resonances from the soundboard after playing a note were just so rich.

Jonas Hausotter, sound designer in charge of sampling

To capture the unique character of this upright piano, Sonuscore has sampled 27 dynamic layers to ensure an authentic reproduction of the piano's sound. It transitions effortlessly from delicate, introspective pieces to dynamic cinematic scores and contemporary genres.

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