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Description

Experience the soulful charm of the Sonora Cinematic Verticale, a virtual instrument that embodies the essence of an upright piano with unmatched authenticity. Expertly crafted for the free Kontakt Player 7, Verticale offers a unique soundscape by showcasing both natural and felted piano tones. This instrument is a true standout, being the first to feature a quadruple felt layer, creating a rich and mellow timbre that resonates with cinematic warmth and lo-fi nostalgia.

Thanks to its innovative design, Verticale gives you the freedom to explore different sonic textures with three distinct mic positions. Whether you choose the room’s AKG C414s, the intimacy of AEA N22 ribbons, or the precision of Neumann K184 condensers, you’ll have total tonal control. The ability to blend these with a cassette signal—passed through a vintage 4-track recorder—adds an enchanting lo-fi character, perfect for creating emotive, nostalgic music.

Verticale doesn’t just stop at offering beautiful piano sounds; it empowers you with onboard effects to sculpt your sound further. Engage reverb and delay sends with multiple modes, or use the Color knob to adjust your sound's warmth and brightness. The Sync Toggle provides tempo sync flexibility, while the Cassette section introduces tape saturation and lo-fi effects for that truly vintage feel.

Whether you're crafting ambient tracks, electronic experiments, or cinematic scores, Verticale is a versatile and emotive tool that enhances any composer’s creative arsenal.

Key Features:

  • Designed for Kontakt Player 7
  • Unique quadruple felt layer for rich, mellow tones
  • Three mic positions: AKG C414, AEA N22, Neumann K184
  • Integrated cassette signal for lo-fi effects
  • Built-in reverb and delay with multiple modes
  • Color knob for tonal adjustment
  • Sync Toggle for tempo sync options
  • Cassette section with tape saturation and lo-fi controls
Sonora Cinematic

Sonora Cinematic

Sonora Cinematic Verticale: Heartwarming Upright Piano - Walkthrough

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Sonora Cinematic Verticale: Heartwarming Upright Piano - Walkthrough

Sonora Cinematic

Sonora Cinematic

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First Look: Verticale by Sonora Cinematic

Sample Library Review

Sample Library Review

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Let's Play VERTICALE | Felted and Natural Upright From Sonora Cinematic

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Simeon Amburgey

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Features and functionality

  • Verticale by Sonora Cinematic includes a "Release sample" knob for dynamic key noise control, requiring Kontakt Player 7.

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Comparisons

  • Verticale is mentioned alongside Noire by Native Instruments, which offers a different dynamic noise feature in its "FX" tab.

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Use cases and applications

  • Verticale is recommended for users seeking authentic piano key release noises to avoid monotony from static samples.

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Critic Reviews

First Look: Verticale by Sonora Cinematic - Sample Library Review

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Verticale by Sonora Cinematic shines with its beautifully-sampled upright piano, offering both natural and unique quadruple-felt patches. The clarity of the felt patch is surprisingly impressive, making it a standout in the lo-fi realm. With flexible mic positions and sound-shaping controls, composers can easily tailor their sound. However, at a price point of $62, some might find it a bit steep for a niche library. Overall, it’s a delightful addition for those seeking warmth and depth in their compositions.

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