Grand Piano Y7

The Grand Piano Y7 is a unique virtual instrument based on an iconic Yamaha C7, meticulously crafted at Yamaha's factory in Hamamatsu, Japan, in the late ’80s. The C7 is the second-largest in Yamaha's high-performance "Conservatory" or C series, following the flagship CFX. Extremely versatile, its powerful projection and tonal clarity can command concert halls, while its nuanced expressiveness and responsive touch are perfect for recording studios.

After being prepared and tuned by a master, the Yamaha C7 was chromatically sampled using IK’s proprietary robot-assisted technology for precise and consistent sound capture. We used Round Robin samples for natural variation and realism while chromatically capturing the key and pedal noise for an authentic playing experience.

The Grand Piano Y7 was recorded at the legendary Fonoprint Studios in Bologna, Italy. Located within the walls of a 15th-century convent, the studio has been iconic for producing pop, progressive, cinematic and classical music since the ’90s. Artists like Bocelli and Morricone have worked there, and this piano serves as the studio’s resident instrument.

The recording involved DPA cardioid microphones for close miking and two beautiful Coles ribbon microphones in the Blumlein technique, ensuring a high-quality and captivating sound.

The result is a breathtaking, hyper-realistic virtual piano. Combined with the innovative cinematic effects found only in Pianoverse, the Grand Piano Y7 offers no limit to the style you can play or the mood you can set. It promises a new sonic adventure every time.

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Based on a Yamaha C7 Grand Piano

Infinite piano expressions

Introducing a powerful new performance engine, Pianoverse recreates perfectly the immersive experience of playing the world’s finest pianos, while adding an inspiring range of sound-shaping environments, from iconic to exotic.

Pianoverse begins as a series of 8 remarkable instruments paired with unique spaces and loaded with presets. As we seek and gain access to other exceptional pianos, we’ll expand the series further. You can start with one or two and add others later, endlessly discovering new inspiration as you need it.

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Grand Piano Y7

Grand Piano Y7

Infinite piano expressions

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