Alicia's Electric Keys vs The Giant

The fundamental difference between these two instruments lies in their sonic character and origin: The Giant is a sampled upright piano known for its unique, dramatic tone, while Alicia's Electric Keys is a sampled electric grand piano, offering a warmer, more characterful sound. The Giant replicates a distinct 12ft upright grand piano (Klavins Piano Model 370i), whereas Alicia's Electric Keys models a specific Yamaha CP-70 from a famous artist's personal studio.

Further distinguishing them, The Giant provides two distinct instrument variants: a natural sound and a second Kontakt instrument with special piano sounds and a unique convolution effect for expressive music genres like film scoring. Alicia's Electric Keys, on the other hand, includes custom-made effect chains designed and used by the artist herself, offering two mic positions and aiming to replicate a signature pop sound. Both offer a similar library size and price tier.

Choose The Giant if you require a bright, intimate, yet dramatic upright piano sound for recording, film scoring, or classical music, appreciating its expansive dynamic range. Choose Alicia's Electric Keys if you seek a warm, character-rich electric grand sound with artist-designed effects suitable for pop and songwriting, aiming to capture an iconic professional sound.

Products Compared

• Alicia's Electric Keys
• The Giant

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.

The Giant

• The Giant is a great-sounding instrument that I really like, especially in XXL mode.
• Recommends The Giant for scoring movies due to its presets and deep tweakability, validating its price.
• The Giant is a flexible library with excellent mixing tools, suitable for multiple musical styles.
• The Giant's controls make it versatile for classical and electronic music, a key reason for the user's preference.
• it is my go-to for piano. The sound is top notch.