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Originally Posted by obijohn
I'm a classical pianist myself and I've tried most of the sampled pianos out there. Believe it or not, the NI "Concert D" Akoustik piano is my go-to. I've always liked it better than Ivory. And I've never had any issues with it. Of course I just load it plain, disabling all the built-in halls and effects, I throw on my own effects in Reaper.
That said, I am seriously impressed with the sound of the Eastwest Bösendorfer 290, Play edition (now part of the ~$500 Pianos package). That is one terrific sounding virtual instrument. <rant> Unfortunately, I detest iLok and refuse to pay for another product that imposes those kinds of limitations on me. Once was enough and that was the last one for me. If I'm the one paying, why should I be punished with a freaking ankle bracelet like a DUI offender or parolee under house arrest? I would even consider paying $100 more if they just removed the iLok requirement... but that will never happen. </rant> Anyway, it sure sounds fine, so check it out (if you don't mind iLok).
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Which is why I bought the Garritan steinway pro. the new V1.04 is the best sampled piano I've played and the copy protection is very unintrusive.
I'm also a classicaly trained royal school of music pianist.
MC