Alicia's Electric Keys vs Una Corda

The primary distinction between Alicia's Electric Keys and Una Corda lies in their source instruments and the sonic characteristics they aim to replicate. Alicia's Electric Keys samples a specific Yamaha CP-70 electric grand, focusing on a warm, modern character associated with its namesake artist. In contrast, Una Corda samples a unique Klavins Una Corda upright piano, known for its single string per key, producing an intimate and atmospheric sound.

Technically, Alicia's Electric Keys offers two mic positions and includes custom effect chains designed by Alicia Keys, emphasizing a polished studio sound. Its library size is 8.5 GB. Una Corda, with its 10 GB library, features only one mic position but captures the distinct resonance of its unique single-string design, which contributes to its experimental and textural qualities.

Choose Alicia's Electric Keys if you prioritize the distinct sound of a Yamaha CP-70 electric grand enhanced with celebrity-designed effects, suitable for pop and songwriting. Choose Una Corda if you seek the pure, resonant, and often experimental tone of a specialized upright piano for genres like film scoring or jazz.

Products Compared

• Alicia's Electric Keys
• Una Corda

Insights from Real-World Use

Alicia's Electric Keys

• Thinks Alicia’s Electric Keys is excellent for mellow CP70 sound and natural touch.
• Says the 82 presets sound pretty good and outnumber Alicia's Keys.
• Acknowledges steep price but argues presets and deep controls deliver professional, sound-design value.
• Praises UI meter words that illuminate and flicker with playing intensity.
• Says it sits well in dense mixes without overpowering like some grand pianos.

Una Corda

• Detailed positive review of a dreamy Una Corda preset's reverb and sustain.
• I will still give the Kontrol Mk3 4 stars on my product review. Because Una Corda is truly great. But they should give me at least one great option for a...
• I do like the Noire and Una Corda pianos for organic sounds though. I've found that Spitfire's range is increasingly deep and beautiful. Plus all of their...
• Una Corda's prepared piano nature with felt creates a very particular and soft sound.
• Una Corda is a very good piano sound for various music types, especially score music.