Gran Coda

Description

The Hephaestus Sounds Gran Coda is a sample library for Native Instruments Kontakt that delivers the sound of a real Steinway & Sons concert grand piano. The instrument was meticulously sampled immediately after a tuning session, resulting in an exceptionally clear, dynamic, and realistic sound. It’s designed to provide a stunningly detailed playing experience by capturing all the nuances of the real instrument with high-quality microphones.

Key features include:

• Multiple dynamic layers for a smooth, expressive performance.
• Samples for the sustain pedal, including a real-time engine to switch between different pedal states.
• Detailed resonance and key-off samples to add realism.
• A dedicated script to avoid conflicts with sustain pedal release noise.
• An intuitive interface with controls for distance, stereo width, and frequency shaping (Soundboard, Presence, and Exciter knobs).
• A dedicated environment with an IR sample reverb to place the piano in a space.

This library is a go-to tool for composers and pianists looking for a high-quality, authentic concert grand piano sound.

System Requirements