Mezza Coda

• Mezza Coda features a baby grand piano sound with two unique signal layers for added vintage character.
• It is developed for the free Kontakt Player.
• The library captures the nuances and beauty of the instrument, making it suitable for various musical styles.

Product Overview

Mezza Coda captures the essence of a baby grand piano, delivering a rich and authentic sound enhanced by two unique signal layers that introduce a vintage and gritty character. This library is well-suited for a variety of genres, including media scoring, jazz, pop, and electronica, making it a versatile choice for composers seeking warmth and depth.

Details

The instrument features a combination of warmth, clarity, and character, with a focus on nuanced articulations. It includes a "cassette" layer that adds a vintage vibe, achieved by recording the piano samples to cassette tape and then slowing them down for a unique texture. Additionally, the "Distbox" layer introduces a raw, distorted signal, sampled through the Portastudio, which can add an edge to compositions or evoke lo-fi aesthetics.

Mezza Coda offers three stereo mic positions, including room and two spot mics—one pair of ribbons and one pair of large diaphragm condensers—allowing for detailed tonal control. The interface includes sends for reverb and delay, with multiple modes, as well as a Color knob that functions like a tilt EQ to adjust the tonal balance. The Cassette section features controls for tape saturation and a Lo-Fi macro for bit and sample rate reduction, enhancing the vintage quality of the sound. This library is designed for use with the free Kontakt Player, providing a straightforward integration into your workflow.