Velvet Grand vs Montclarion Hall Grand Piano
The most significant difference between Velvet Grand and Montclarion Hall Grand Piano lies in their scope and intended use. Velvet Grand is a highly detailed, purist grand piano simulation focused on realism, while Montclarion Hall Grand offers a broader palette that combines a traditional piano with extensive sound design capabilities.
Velvet Grand meticulously samples a Steinway Model B with 7 velocity layers, 5 round-robins, and five microphone positions, resulting in an 82 GB library offering exceptional naturalism for classical or jazz. In contrast, Montclarion Hall Grand Piano is a smaller 8.98 GB library of a 1926 Steinway recorded in a unique chapel, distinguished by its inclusion of "prepared piano" techniques and creative FX articulations like string scrapes and glisses, alongside standard piano sounds.
Choose Velvet Grand if detailed realism and nuanced playability of a modern Steinway Model B are paramount for traditional piano compositions. Select Montclarion Hall Grand Piano if you desire a classic Steinway with a distinct ambient character, coupled with experimental sound design functionalities for film scoring or unique soundscapes.
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Insights from Real-World Use
Velvet Grand
- The ribbon mic gives Velvet Grand a nice, velvety sound.
- Velvet Grand's decay provides good presence and life.
- Close mic provides essential hammer sound and 'bite' for Velvet Grand.
- Velvet Grand is great for cinematic but not for cutting through a pop mix.
- Appreciation for the natural room sound in Velvet Grand recordings.
Montclarion Hall Grand Piano
- Worth the price, but not suited as a main piano.
- The room and hall contribute significantly to the Montclarion Hall Grand Piano's sound.
- This is a steal for only 50 bucks imo, ive heard more expensive piano libraries that doesnt sound as good
- Dislikes the default negative gain setting.
- Least favorite of the four, but notes cool custom presets.