300 Grand vs Concert Grand

300 Grand wins on mic versatility; Concert Grand offers a balanced, if less customizable, experience.

300 Grand provides excellent control over microphone positions. Its dynamic layers offer true piano dynamics. Achieving these results requires a precise velocity-sensitive controller. Ribbon microphones specifically create a beautiful warmth but demand careful setup.

Concert Grand delivers a generally satisfying sound. Some users report issues with tuning. Pre-attack noises are occasionally a concern. The library sometimes struggles with sonic consistency.

Choose 300 Grand if microphone flexibility and dynamic control are paramount. Choose Concert Grand if you prioritize a ready-to-use sound over extensive customization.

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Insights from Real-World Use

300 Grand

  • I've had a good listen to as many demos as I can find and this library does sound extremely promising. My current go to piano is NI Noire which I find very versatile. I use it for pretty much everythi
  • I got this plugin a few months ago and is one of the best VST pianos out there, its timbre and playability are just wonderful. The only flaw, to me, is that low register tends to be overwhelming most
  • 300 Grand offers true piano dynamics with precise velocity sampling for a natural playing experience.
  • Ribbon microphones offer beautiful warmth and a deeply resonant sound.
  • Excellent control over mic positions and fantastic dynamic layers.

Concert Grand

  • The pre-attack noise was really noisy. I had the samples but decided to hold off given the size of the library. Maybe I'll add them back in in a future update...
  • My ideal setup for Concert Grand is basically Balanced Robust, but without the room mics.
  • While Noire does sound good, I have one that's so much better: Production Voices 300 Grand... concert-grand-virtual-piano/ · Psychotic_Member69. • 2y ago. Fl