Piano Library Comparison Episode 1: Yamaha C7's

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This is the first in a series of demos of Grand Piano/Upright Piano/Elec Piano/Organ Libraries. I have assembled here a collection of Yamaha pianos, all demoed with the same MIDI file, "Grand Illusion" by Jordan Rudess. This song always impressed me with its incredible dynamic range, and I thought it a great clip to display the power of a Grand Piano. I selected this clip because of how it demonstrates the full range of dynamics across nearly the entire keyboard.

Sampletekk The Big One (Convolution IR added)
Sampletekk Seven Seas Grand (Convolution IR added)
Reason Pianos Yamaha C7 Close Mics (Convolution IR added)
Reason Pianos Yamaha C7 Jazz Mics
Native Instruments Alicia's Keys (Dry w/ Convolution IR added)
Post Musical Instruments Yamaha C7 (Convolution IR added)

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[cbmtrx]

I think 7CG has the edge. How do you think these stack up against Ivory II/Italian etc?

[jacosmith86]

@cbmtrx i don't have any experience with Ivory; sorry. These are all very good in their own way. I really am partial to the Reason Pianos for use in a band context because of their tone and micing options (used in the intro song). You really don't need a lot of velocity layers when you're blending with a band. If you are doing something more intimate or dynamic, then you might want to steer more towards something like the 7CG from Sampletekk.

[betterfilmmaking]

I actually searched youtube for a Sampletekk TBO demo the day after you uploaded it! What are the odds? This is great man. Thanks for doing this. I'm looking forward to episode 2!

[jacosmith86]

@betterfilmmaking It's happening soon! Keep your eyes peeled...

It's gonna include Steinway D's from Sampletekk, Galaxy pianos, Reason pianos, NI, Vir2 and others.

[real2124]

excuse my ignorance, but I'm using a simple virtual keyboard called synthesia.. but I want something that will sound as brilliant/amazing as the piano's that you've sampled. Any suggestions?

[7notemode]

This is a very helpful comparison. Thanks!

[sirvaan]

you should do a comparison of bosendorfers

[petrusmalk]

It is wonderful. But the Steinway pianos are very much better. By the way, the YAMAHA C7 is my dream. Steinways are expensives to me. Sorry for Bad English.

[newjebenthan]

contact me for sheet and midi

[entropiaan]

Hi! Thanks a lot for this episodes, its nice of you to "share the experiences":)

Sry for bothering, but dont you know any good site with news from music software, etc?

I cant find a decent one...

Thank you sir!

[MrJackanthony]

Where can I get the midi file?