Synchron Fazioli 308 vs Modern D

The fundamental difference between these two virtual instruments lies in their source instruments: Synchron Fazioli 308 samples a Fazioli F308 concert grand, known for its distinct Italian sound, while Modern D samples a Steinway Model D, representing a classic American concert grand. This provides users with distinctly different tonal colors and responses.

Technically, Synchron Fazioli 308 offers a larger sample library at 46 GB with 165,060 samples and up to 11 mic positions, including more velocity layers (100) for dynamic detail. In contrast, Modern D features a smaller library at 18 GB and 34,615 samples across 5 mic positions, but includes specialized sampling for nuanced elements like 2,500 release trails per mic, multi-layered sympathetic resonances, and fully sampled Una Corda, Muted Strikes, Half Pedal, and Silent Strikes.

Choose Synchron Fazioli 308 if you prioritize a vast amount of dynamic layers and microphone perspectives for a warm, bright, and sparkling sound ideal for film scoring. Choose Modern D if you require an exceptionally detailed and natural response with specific pedal and mechanical noises, offering a balanced and clean character suited for intricate classical performances and studio recordings.

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Insights from Real-World Use

Synchron Fazioli 308

  • Loves the precise clarity of the Fazioli 308, attributing it to strong fundamentals.
  • Fazioli 308 is the favorite grand piano to play in the Synchron Pianos lineup.
  • The Fazioli 308 achieves pinnacle status in Synchron Piano lineup for tonal evenness, meticulous sampling, and full dynamic range.
  • The Fazioli 308 leaves no wish unfulfilled and possesses special, unique qualities.
  • The Synchron Fazioli 308 makes the user sound better and is very easy to play, almost anticipating actions.

Modern D

  • The Claire had a nice upper range, but it really felt dead in the lower mid range. The Modern D sings throughout all the registers. IMO, it's the best virtual piano on the market today.
  • I just picked up the Steinway D, I must say, I was veeery hesitant. I own some other vilabs pianos, The Ravenscroft among them, and feel like those instruments did not live up to their hype. That said
  • I purchased it today after listening to this excellent demo. It sounds pretty realistic and may work better in my pop-rock tracks than Ivory American D or the Keyscape C7 I've been using. I had to bri
  • It sounds very nice, but (to my ear) not as good as my custom C. Bechstein DG preset on Pianoteq, so... for now, I'll keep my wallet in my pocket.
  • Modern D's playability is awesome and better than Garritan CFX and Fazioli.

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