Pianoverse NY Grand S274 by IK Multimedia

by IK Multimedia · $49.99

Overview

The NY Grand S274 is based on robot-assisted deep multisampling of a 9' Steinway & Sons New York D-274 concert grand piano, capturing its rich sound and responsive action.

Technical Specifications

Library Size
25.9 GB GB
Round Robins
Redesigned round robin
Mic Positions
Multiple instrument and room microphone options
Plugin Formats
VST3, AU, AAX
Standalone
Yes

Ideal Use Cases

  • Professional concert pianists practicing and rehearsing with a high-fidelity virtual instrument.
  • Film composers needing a versatile grand piano for dramatic and emotional scoring.
  • Music students and educators requiring a realistic piano for study and instruction.
  • Studio producers crafting intricate arrangements that demand nuanced piano performances.
  • Songwriters developing new material and needing a rich, expressive piano sound for their compositions.

Review Snippets

  • It feels really good. You can definitely feel the depth of velocities when you play it. I recommend it. Don't be fooled by the VSL CFX though, it can handle mid specs pcs easily with a little tweak on the streaming cache settings inside the plugin. Worse case scenario you can just increase the laten
  • Gyad damn beautiful. Pianoverse is a great plugin once it finally installs correctly.
  • Ny Grand s274 ✅ I don't like Pianoteq's physical modeling; I prefer samples.
  • Just the Natural NY preset with the cathedral space instead. That's it. Go easy on the send with the reverb, around -19 ish is good. You make a good point regarding the spaces included being useful and impactful, unlike many other libraries where their effect is more or less "snake oil". Regarding t
  • They both are amazing! I’m a Pianoverse junkie but I’ve been playing Pianoteq a lot lately…That Pianoverse is lovely!
  • Pianoverse still has the crown in my book, especially as far as versatility but Pianoteq is definitely dope!!

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this plugin require a specific host application like Kontakt?
No, this plugin does not require a specific host. It can be used as a standalone application on both Mac and PC, and also supports VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats.
Is the NY Grand S274 a sampled or modeled piano?
The NY Grand S274 is a sampled piano, utilizing robot-assisted deep multisampling of a 9' Steinway & Sons New York D-274 concert grand.
What is the library size of the NY Grand S274?
The library size for the NY Grand S274 is 25.9 GB. You will need 30 GB of hard disk space for each piano title.
What operating systems are supported by the NY Grand S274?
The plugin is compatible with macOS 10.13 or later (including Apple M1 processors) and Windows 7 or later.
What unique features does the NY Grand S274 offer?
It includes Half Pedal and Repedal/Catch pedal support, lid position control, harp and pedal noise controls, and multiple instrument and room microphone options.
What are the recommended use cases for this piano VST?
It is suitable for recording, film scoring, classical, jazz, pop, practice, and live performance, supporting various genres and professional uses.
What are the minimum RAM requirements for running this plugin?
The minimum RAM requirement is 8 GB, with 32 GB suggested for optimal performance.

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