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Description

Step into the world of exquisite piano textures with the Cinesamples CinePiano—a concert grand piano recorded at the iconic MGM Scoring Stage. This Kontakt instrument brings a symphony of sound possibilities to your fingertips, offering four distinct sonic characters that cater to various musical landscapes. Whether you're seeking the grandeur of a classical concert hall or the intimate nuances of cinematic scoring, CinePiano has you covered.

Explore the intricate Classical mix for ultimate concert realism, or dive into the Cinematic mix for a muted, intimate soundscape perfect for film scoring. For those who need a punchy presence in a dense mix, the Rock Studio Grand setting delivers with its bright and edgy tones. Each mix is crafted using unique microphone placements and mixing techniques, ensuring a tailored sound experience.

CinePiano’s innovative Perspective Mode allows you to seamlessly transition through different microphone positions, giving you unparalleled control over your sound depth. The Pedal Behavior feature replicates the natural sustain nuances of a real grand piano, adding authenticity to your compositions. With the Character knob, you can effortlessly shift the piano's personality from soft and intimate to bold and dynamic.

Designed for seamless integration, CinePiano is fully compatible with Native Instruments' Kontakt, including the free Kontakt Player, and supports Native Kontrol Standard (NKS)—ensuring smooth operation across your favorite DAWs and notation software like Sibelius or Finale.

Key Features:

  • Four unique piano characters: Classical, Cinematic, Rock Studio Grand, and Standard
  • Perspective Mode for smooth crossfading between microphone perspectives
  • Pedal Behavior for authentic sustain effects
  • Character knob for dynamic play style adjustments
  • Soundboard emulation for realistic sympathetic resonances
  • Compatible with Native Instruments' Kontakt and NKS format
  • Requires Kontakt 6.7.1 and above, with a library size of approximately 10GB after installation
  • Works with both free and full versions of Kontakt Player
Cinesamples

Cinesamples

CinePiano Walkthrough

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CinePiano Walkthrough

Cinesamples

Cinesamples

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🎹CinePiano by CineSamples Piano VST Plugin Demo & Review - Native Instruments "Kontakt"🎹

Merriam Music

Merriam Music

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CinePiano: The Piano Library I Use Every Day

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Christopher Siu

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Cinesamples Cinepiano vs Spectrasonic Keyscape

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Bill McFadden

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CineSamples' CinePiano: A Review

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Christopher Siu

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CinePiano from Cinesamples | Is This The Best Cinematic Piano Library? | First Look

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Simeon Amburgey

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CinePiano - By Cinesamples - Test Demo

Remind_Music

Remind_Music

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Cinesamples Cinepiano Compared to Olafur Arnald's Felt Piano for a composer using Kontakt 5.

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Bill McFadden

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Cinesamples CinePiano.

Features and functionality

  • Crescendos and decrescendos are not seamless, causing a jarring timbre change during volume transitions in CinePiano.

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Use cases and applications

  • CinePiano is preferred for film and modern scoring over traditional musical settings due to its dynamic range and modern grand piano sound.

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User experience

  • Pedal notes in CinePiano can carry over unexpectedly, making precise pedaling difficult and frustrating.

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Value and pricing

  • CinePiano's sale price was $4.99, offering a modern grand piano sound, though originally priced higher outside of sales.

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Software and compatibility

  • Muse Hub sometimes faces download issues, requiring users to wait for resolution without much support from the staff.

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