Synchron Bösendorfer Imperial by Vienna Symphonic Library

by Vienna Symphonic Library · $285

Overview

The Bösendorfer Imperial is characterized by its majestic tones and imperial resonance, showcasing a full range of eight octaves and rich sonic depth.

Technical Specifications

Library Size
42 GB GB
Velocity Layers
More than 100 velocities
Mic Positions
10 microphone positions (Full Library), 4 microphone positions (Standard Library)
Note Range
Full 8 octaves in tonal range – 97 keys (with bass extension)
Sample Count
108,025
Plugin Formats
VST3, AU, AAX
Standalone
Yes
Standard Library Sample Amount
108,025
Full Library Sample Amount
237,655
Standard Library Download / Installed File Size
42 GB
Full Library Download / Installed File Size
99 GB
Samples per key
Over 4,000

Ideal Use Cases

  • Concert pianists looking for a versatile virtual instrument to practice and perform a wide range of repertoire.
  • Film composers needing a rich, expressive piano sound for dramatic and emotional scoring.
  • Jazz musicians seeking a grand piano with extended range and nuanced playability for improvisation and arrangements.
  • Music producers requiring a high-quality, articulate piano for pop ballads and studio tracks.
  • Educators and students utilizing a detailed virtual grand piano for teaching, learning, and analysis of piano literature.

Included Presets

  • Room Mix
  • Decca Tree Multi Mic
  • Surround to Stereo Downmix
  • Surround
  • Six main presets: Concert, Intimate, Player, Pop, Ambience, Mighty

Review Snippets

  • Great great instrument, this video and composition shows the power of the bosendorfers imperial by vsl. Who could possibly think that one day we can olay the real instruments through our computers? That's amazing. A little bit of personal preference: I think the synchron imperial is the best among s
  • This new piano is bittersweet for me. I have had the Synchron Steinway D-274 for almost a year now and have become increasingly dissatisfied with its frequency imbalance – 7-10K is ear-piercing, especially when compressed for the final mix. Coincidentally, when I had reached the peak of my frustrati
  • The piano is extremely versatile, with the best sound quality I've experienced.
  • Velocity curve adds bigger, bolder sound while retaining soft, delicate, warm qualities.
  • Unique 'two sus' feature adds realism and authenticity, feels like an acoustic piano.
  • Piano is worth considering in 2023, enjoyable for the foreseeable future.
  • Love it. VSL have really captured the character and broad tonal & dynamic range of a Bosendorfer Imperial – something which seems to have eluded other.
  • This library makes it easy to play complex music with great sound control, unlike any other library.
  • I think VSL Bosendorfers are really versatile. I used the Imperial for songs of different vibes. Clear and sharp side of the sound in the improvisation 'Spiral Routines'. And expressed warmth for another improv 'Tenderness'. It seems to fit well with any atmosphere.
  • Praises the detail and amazing mic choices of VSL pianos.
  • The full microphone setup provides a significant improvement in room sound and natural feel while playing.
  • I played their Synchron Bosendorfer Imperial for a few years after they released it in circa 2018. The Vienna Imperial was released in 2007. I didn't.
  • Inspiring melodic lines and distinct timbres, a unique VST innovation.
  • I bought the full version for early bird price about a year ago and I believe the latency peaks around 6-7 ms. A few pops happen because the CPU can’t hold too much demand from the software. If your CPU has higher core counts, it won’t pop for sure.
  • Thanks for soft playing. Everywhere i go to hear some vsl demos it's like midi-fixed-ffff-ff. I don't know why a lot of people do that. The biggest selling point of vsl pianos is the huge dynamic range.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this VST require a Kontakt player or other host software?
No, it does not require a host. It runs as a standalone instrument using the Synchron Piano Player engine.
Is the Synchron Bösendorfer Imperial a sampled or modeled piano?
The Synchron Bösendorfer Imperial is a sampled piano. It features over 4,000 samples per key and a total of 108,025 samples for the Standard Library.
What is the library size and how much storage space is needed?
The Standard Library download and installed file size is 42 GB. The Full Library is 99 GB. An SSD drive is recommended for optimal performance.
What operating systems are compatible with this plugin?
The plugin is compatible with macOS 10.14 Mojave (or higher) and Windows 10 (or higher).
What key features does the Synchron Bösendorfer Imperial offer?
It supports half-pedal, repedal/catch, and sympathetic resonance. It also offers 10 microphone positions with the Full Library and is NKS compatible.
What are the recommended uses for this virtual piano?
It is suitable for recording, film scoring, classical music, practice, and live performance. It excels in classical, jazz, and film/scoring genres due to its warm, natural, and balanced tone.
What are the minimum system requirements for RAM and CPU?
The minimum RAM required is 16 GB, with 32 GB recommended. A minimum CPU of an Intel Core i5 or AMD Athlon 64 X2 is required.

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