Randy's Prepared Piano by Cinesamples

by Cinesamples · $149

Overview

Randy's Prepared Piano is a collection of 3 pianos recorded at the legendary MGM Scoring Stage, incorporating various extended techniques by Randy Kerber.

Technical Specifications

Library Size
14GB GB
Plugin Formats
VST, AU, AAX
Standalone
Yes

Ideal Use Cases

  • Film composers seeking unique and otherworldly textures for dramatic underscore and tension cues.
  • Sound designers needing unconventional percussive and resonant elements for game audio or experimental projects.
  • Electronic music producers looking for unusual timbres to layer into their tracks or use as rhythmic foundations.
  • Avant-garde musicians and composers exploring new sonic palettes and extended instrumental techniques.
  • Educators demonstrating prepared piano techniques and their sonic possibilities to students.

Insights from Real-World Use

Strengths

  • unmistakable, authentic Hollywood sound
  • user-friendly
  • intuitive
  • efficient
  • optimize their workflow

Weaknesses

  • not the deepest prepared piano

Tone: evocative, supersonically interesting, fresh, distinct

Review Snippets

  • Randy's Prepared Piano facilitates evocative, emotionally resonant, and sonically interesting creations.
  • Offers unmistakable, authentic Hollywood sound enhanced by Randy's distinct perspective.
  • User-friendly and intuitive interface for Randy's Prepared Piano.
  • Inspires writing and helps music stand out with distinct experimental sounds.
  • Excited about playing chords with beautiful tremolos from Randy's Prepared Piano.
  • prepared pianos I like “Randy's Prepared Piano” and also his prepared Celeste. AFAIK these can also still be purchased separately (from Cinesamples), though
  • all i hear when i hear these are a blank EXS24 patch - when it's not in the lower registers.
  • Useful for new and experienced composers to optimize workflow.
  • Randy's Prepared Piano offers unique sounds beyond typical piano libraries.
  • randy-s-prepared-piano · https://www.soundonsound.com/reviews/cinesamples-randys-prepared-piano. Xsample has one as well - not the deepest prepared piano ever
  • Cinesamples has fantastic libraries in every orchestral category ... Randy's Prepared Piano. Voices of War: Men of the North. CineBells. Sew What
  • You can add some stuff from Randy's Prepared Piano cinesamples. Last edited ... Check video reviews or walkthroughs before buying to make sure you like the sounds

Frequently Asked Questions

What host or player is required to use Randy's Prepared Piano?
Randy's Prepared Piano requires the free Kontakt Player version 5.6.8 or above.
Is Randy's Prepared Piano a sampled or modeled instrument?
It is a sampled instrument, featuring 3 pianos recorded at the MGM Scoring Stage.
What is the library size of Randy's Prepared Piano?
The library size is 14 GB.
Which operating systems are supported?
It is compatible with Mac OS X 10.11 through 10.14 and Windows 7, 8, or 10 (latest Service Pack, 32/64-bit).
How many microphone positions are available?
There are 5 mix perspectives including Full, Close A, Close B, Close C, and Room.
What genres is Randy's Prepared Piano best suited for?
It is ideal for film scoring, ambient, electronic music, sound design, and contemporary genres.
What are the key features of this product?
Key features include 5 mix perspectives, a 4-band EQ per mix perspective, controls for pedal and hammer volume, NKS integration, and various sound shaping options.

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