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In this video, Michael Babbitt explores some of the features that separate Ivory II from other virtual pianos, including half pedaling, timbre velocity interpolation, sympathetic string vibration and harmonic resonance modeling.

Special thanks to Guy Moon for the use of his piano and studio.

Music Credits:

Fugue on 'La ci darem la mano' in A-major by A. A. Klengel, performed by Steffen Fahl

Winter NAMM performance courtesy of David Rosenthal

Additional music by Mark Hiskey

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The world’s most popular virtual grand piano collection just got better with the creation of Ivory II-Grand Pianos. Featuring a greatly expanded sound set with nearly double the velocity layers, and the improved Ivory II piano DSP engine with Harmonic Resonance Modeling for true Sympathetic String Vibration, Ivory II-Grand Pianos soars at the highest possible levels of sampling and synthesis technology.

The playing experience is simply extraordinary with an emotional range extending from the heartiest fortissimo to the most delicate and nuanced pianissimo. Ivory II-Grand Pianos will breathe under your fingers, inspiring your best performance from a truly organic instrument.

Ivory II-Grand Pianos Features:

Over 77 Gigabytes of stunning, Acoustic Grand Piano sampled instruments:

Bösendorfer 290 Imperial Grand
German Steinway D 9’ Concert Grand
Yamaha C7 Grand (Each piano can be installed separately)

-Up to 18 discrete velocity layers with Sample Interpolation Technology for ultra-smooth velocity and note transitions

-Harmonic Resonance Modeling for the most realistic Sympathetic String Resonance possible

-Half-pedaling

-Synthogy’s exclusive, powerful 32 bit Sample Playback and DSP engine, engineered specifically for recreating the acoustic piano

-Sustain Resonance DSP for realistic Damper Pedal response

-World class digital FX including Real Ambience, Chorus and EQ
Customizable User controls for Timbre, Stereo Width and Perspective, Velocity Response, Mechanical Key Noise, Lid Position, Tuning Tables, and more

-Expertly tuned and regulated pianos in world-class studios and concert halls

-All 88 keys individually sampled in up to 18 dynamic levels (plus Bösendorfer extended low octave)

-Incorporates exclusive Sample Interpolation Technology used for ultra-smooth velocity and note transitions

-Real Release samples, Soft Pedal samples, and Pedal Noise enhancements

-Optional synth pad layer for modern/pop combinations

-Dozens of user-adjustable presets

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