New York L 1926 vs Walker 1955 Concert D
The primary distinction between these two sampled grand pianos lies in their source instruments and the depth of their sampling. The New York L 1926 features a vintage Steinway Model L, a medium-sized grand, offering a more intimate, age-worn character with original components. In contrast, the Walker 1955 Concert D samples a Steinway Model D, a concert grand, renowned for its expansive sound, and includes a sophisticated re-performance system.
Technically, the Walker 1955 Concert D offers significantly deeper sampling, boasting 36 velocity layers per pedal combination, over 10,000 adaptive release samples, and dedicated staccato samples. This provides a nuanced dynamic response and greater realism for pedal interactions. The New York L 1926, while detailed with all keys sampled, does not specify its velocity layers beyond "all keys sampled" and offers a smaller 6 GB library size compared to the Walker's 34 GB. Additionally, the Walker provides 6 mic positions, two more than the New York L’s 4.
Choose the New York L 1926 if you prioritize the unique, intimate, and characterful sound of a meticulously preserved vintage medium grand Steinway with its original components. Choose the Walker 1955 Concert D if you require the expansive sound of a concert grand, demanding extremely detailed dynamic and pedal responsiveness across 36 velocity layers and extensive release samples, ideal for complex performance scenarios.
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Insights from Real-World Use
New York L 1926
- Prefers 1926’s versatility and response over Maverick; fits more mixes and solos well.
- Reports CPU spikes on full versions; not live-ready yet, but light versions feel solid.
- Says it cuts through and has pleasing ringing resonance; confirms it’s the 1926.
- Full versions tax CPU, yet their sound and feel are highly satisfying to play.
- es un exquisito piano para todos los niveles, limpio, lineal, pulido, sano para el oído. Anda excelente tanto al aire como con auriculares. Una gran utilidad poder controlar la dinámica con la curva d
Walker 1955 Concert D
- Embertone's Walker 1955 Concert D is without a doubt my favorite piano VST based on how it sounds. It's absolutely lovely and captures so much of what I.
- Walker 1955 Concert D sounds more real than any other piano.
- Thank you guys again for making this wonderful instrument! I purchased it (the light version) the first day it came out and I am loving it! It is inspiring to play it!
- After trying this, i should probably say that this is not for modern music production.... At least not for my taste (but i spoke to a lot of people about it and they were the same)And SADLY it's not a
- I would totally recommend it. It has the most character than any other piano lib I know. The only downside is the size. Due to the different mics it's 180Gb for...