The BBCSO Piano is a remarkable addition to the BBCSO line. It's Spitfire's most detailed and versatile piano yet, faithfully capturing the live concert sound of a pristine Steinway Model D grand at the iconic Maida Vale Studios, home to the BBC Symphony Orchestra and many legendary artists. Recorded in concerto position in Studio One with expertly curated microphone positions, it blends seamlessly with the orchestra. There are specific close mics for cinematic and pop contexts, and pedal and hammers volume control for stunning realism. The Professional edition is highly versatile with 15 signals for endless sound sculpting. Whether paired with the orchestra or played alone, it offers a rich, authentic piano sound for any genre. The library opens in the existing BBCSO plugin for seamless integration. The majority of mic signals in the Professional edition are recorded in the same configuration as the original library, and the close mics get to the heart of the instrument. It's played by BBCSO concert pianist Elizabeth Burley. With a beautiful design by ustwo, it uses award - winning technology in an easy - to - use plugin. The Professional edition is a top - notch tool for writing world - class music, featuring full sampling depth, two mixes, and 15 signal options including hammer and pedal volume control. It comes with two expertly curated professional mixes. Other features include about 35GB, 15 signal options, 4 Round Robins, 6 dynamic layers, reverb and other controls, and velocity curves. The mode - switching technology makes different editions interchangeable, facilitating collaboration among composers. Maida Vale Studios has a rich history and is a preferred recording destination for many musicians.
Using the BBCSO Piano is easy. First, open the library in the existing BBCSO plugin. You can start playing right away with the two expertly curated professional mixes available. If you want to customize the sound, use the 15 signal options, adjust the pedal and hammers volume, and play with the reverb and other controls. When collaborating with others, take advantage of the mode - switching technology. Just make sure your computer has enough storage space as the library is about 35GB. For maintenance, keep your plugin updated to ensure the best performance. Also, handle your software and hardware properly to avoid any issues. Have fun creating amazing music with this great piano!
