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Immerse yourself in the captivating sound of a Steinway Model D Concert Grand Piano with XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand. Designed to blend effortlessly into any production or stage setting, this virtual instrument offers a rich palette of piano tones, from the intimate and natural to the bold and experimental. With an emphasis on capturing the authentic character and resonance of a grand piano, the Studio Grand has been meticulously recorded in a renowned Swedish studio using vintage tube and ribbon microphones.

The versatility of the Studio Grand is further enhanced by its six selectable mic perspectives, allowing you to tailor your sound by choosing from a close-up, intimate perspective to a more expansive, ambient setting. Whether you're crafting a delicate solo or a dynamic ensemble piece, the Studio Grand's intuitive ExploreMaps presets make it easy to find the perfect sound for your project.

Ideal for composers, producers, and performers alike, this virtual instrument not only delivers exceptional audio quality but also inspires creativity with its wide range of expressive tones. Elevate your music with the breathtaking sound of a Steinway, all from the comfort of your studio.

Key Features:

Authentic Steinway Model D Grand Piano sound
Six selectable mic perspectives for versatile tonal options
Wide range of presets from natural to experimental
Recorded in a renowned Swedish studio with vintage microphones
Compatible with major DAWs supporting 64-bit VST, AU, or AAX plugins

Product specs

Software Type	Model D Grand Piano
Platform	Mac, PC
Upgrade/Full	Full
Download/Boxed	Download
Bit Depth	64-bit
Format	Standalone, AAX Native, VST, AU
Hardware Requirements - Mac	Intel Core 2 Duo or higher, 4GB RAM minimum
Hardware Requirements - PC	Intel Core 2 Duo / AMD Athlon 64 X2 or higher, 4GB RAM minimum
OS Requirements - Mac	OS X 10.9 or later
OS Requirements - PC	Windows 7 SP1 or later

FAQs

What type of piano is modeled in XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand?: The XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand models a Steinway Model D Concert Grand piano, known for its rich and detailed sound, making it a favorite among professional pianists.
Is XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand compatible with my DAW?: Yes, XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand is compatible with most DAWs as it supports AU, VST, and AAX plugin formats, making it versatile for various production environments.
What are the system requirements for running XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand on a Mac?: To run XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand on a Mac, you need at least an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 4GB of RAM, and OS X 10.9 or later.
Can I use XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand on a Windows PC?: Yes, it is compatible with Windows 7 SP1 or later and requires an Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2 processor with a minimum of 4GB RAM.
Does XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand work as a standalone application?: Yes, XLN Audio Addictive Keys: Studio Grand can function as a standalone application, allowing you to play the piano without a DAW.

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PROS

Authentic piano feel and sound
Extensive settings and customization options
Warm sound suitable for various genres
Precise control over mic choice, position, reverb, and more
Easy to load and use, low on CPU
Included with some Focusrite audio interfaces
High-quality sound recordings
Meticulously sampled instruments
Versatile for different music styles

CONS

Uses more disk space and RAM due to being sample-based
Some users prefer modeled pianos for playability
Not the ultimate solution for everyone, some still seek alternatives

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The Korg M1's M1 HouseKeys are praised for electronic music, offering classic and recognizable sounds distinct from Addictive Keys.
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Some users feel the Mark One is similar to AAS Lounge Lizard, though others find Lounge Lizard less impressive and limited in preset variety.
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The Electric Grand's mono line input setting offers a unique mix placement not found in other piano libraries.
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The Studio Grand includes lo-fi presets, such as a "cassette" style labeled "VCR," offering unique tonal options for specific music styles.
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The Electric Grand is chosen for its non-realistic sound, suiting electronic and hip hop music better than realistic pianos.
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The Mark One is highly recommended for creating lo-fi music, frequently used in tracks for its distinctive sound.
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The Studio Grand is considered essential by some for its grand sound, which is said to surpass stock piano sounds in Ableton.
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Purchasing the FL Key Mini keyboard includes an Addictive Keys license, offering more value than buying the software alone.
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Some owners feel that XLN Audio's lack of updates makes Addictive Keys less appealing compared to evolving alternatives like EZ Keys.
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Many prefer the tighter sound of the Modern Upright over the Studio Grand, especially in genres requiring a less expansive piano tone.
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4.5 out of 5

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over 7 years ago

Good piano VSTi for starting out

Addictive Keys Studio Grand is a good piano VSTi, especially considering it comes free with some Focusrite audio interfaces. It was definitely a step up from what I used at the time. But I've since moved on to Modartt Pianoteq 6, which I find much more playable on a MIDI keyboard - probably because Pianoteq is modeled, while Studio Grand is sampled (which also means it uses more disk space & RAM). Studio Grand is still good, but it never cured me of looking for alternative pianos VSTs the way Pianoteq has.

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imswedishsummer

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almost 8 years ago

Real Piano

If you need the perfect piano sound, this one is THE PIANO you need. I've tried so much piano emulations and sampled pianos... None of them equals XLN Audio products. I'm using both Grand Piano & Upright Piano, I've never been deceived by the sound. Precise control of everything, the mic choice, mic position, reverb, delay, compression, eq, stereo, saturation, velocity and even hard/soft kind of playing can be edited. No matter if you make classical, EDM or pop music, this is the best piano plugin ever.

subtact

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over 6 years ago

Top Tier Sampled Piano

It's the only piano I ever use. I do plan on upgrading this but it's solid as can be for how much it costs!

reverendentity

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about 12 years ago

A terrific trove of workhorse keys

Addictive Keys stays in the root of my Ableton plugins folder so I can just drag it in and start sketching out ideas. Currently available as individual instruments or bundles, this is a great collection of meticulously sampled keyboard instruments - a Steinway Model D Grand, a Yamaha U3 Upright, a Fender Rhodes Mark 1 Electric and there is also a CP-80 Electric Grand. In addition to dry recordings of each, there are a number of traditional mikings and also creatively processed variations. It's easy to load and use, and low on CPU.