Alt Grand

• Character grand piano sample library recorded with and without felt, allowing for a blend of sounds.
• Features 5 microphone positions and 3 production-ready mixes for versatile sound shaping.
• Includes over 100 presets and 23 unique textural sounds, with extensive controls for sound manipulation.
• Requires Kontakt Player; runs inside Kontakt in any DAW that hosts it.
• Recorded in Studio 1 using vintage microphones and pre-amps to capture the piano's distinctive personality.

Product Overview

Alt Grand is a character-driven grand piano library for Kontakt, offering a rich palette of 23 textural sounds. Its design emphasizes unique tonal qualities, allowing for expressive performances that blend traditional piano elements with innovative sound design.

Details

The library features five microphone positions, enabling a range of close to ambient captures. It includes production-ready mixes and over 100 presets, providing a versatile foundation for various scoring contexts. The instrument supports both recorded sounds with and without felt, enhancing its textural diversity.

Key controls include a built-in tape machine for effects like Wow, Flutter, and Tape Saturation, allowing for creative manipulation of the sound. Additional features such as pitch shifting and the inclusion of “Live” player elements—like subtle stool creaks and clothing foley—further enrich the performance experience. The comprehensive delay engine and custom reverb impulses add depth and atmosphere, making Alt Grand suitable for both intimate and expansive compositions.