Vienna Symphonic Library Synchron Bösendorfer Imperial | Flagship Symphonic Studio Piano Library
Based on the renowned Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand piano and meticulously sampled using Vienna's Synchron series technology, it delivers a majestic yet delicate piano character. Whether for film scoring, classical performance, or pop production, the multiple microphone perspectives and high-dynamic sampling let you quickly shape a professional-grade piano sound.
Key Product Features
- Modeled on the Bösendorfer Imperial concert grand piano, with high-resolution, multilayer sampling that delivers authentic touch and tonal depth.
- Recorded in a large studio space to convey natural stage depth and spatial ambience, preserving both close detail and distant atmosphere.
- Multiple microphone positions can be freely mixed, suitable for applications from solo performance to orchestral integration.
- Includes release sounds, sympathetic resonance, and pedal detail to enhance expressive nuance and sustain realism.
- Built-in mixer and common effects (such as EQ, dynamics, and reverb) allow quick tone shaping and spatial design.
- Provides a variety of style presets, suitable for film scoring, classical, jazz, pop arrangements, and commercial advertising production.
- Deep integration with the Vienna Synchron Player, supporting key switching, dynamic and pedal control mapping.
- Adjustable velocity curves and pedal response to suit various MIDI keyboards and performance preferences.
- Supports layered loading and sample streaming to balance sound quality and performance, improving project stability.
- Flexible multiple outputs and routing for separating close and ambient signals during mixing for independent processing.
System Specifications
- Operating System: 64-bit Windows or a modern version of macOS (subject to Vienna Synchron Player compatibility).
- Software Requirements: Vienna Synchron Player must be installed to load and control this library.
- Processor: Multi-core CPU recommended for better real-time playback and mixing performance.
- Memory: Depends on project size and number of microphones; ample RAM is recommended to ensure smooth operation.
- Storage: As a large piano library, installation on an SSD is recommended to reduce load times and improve streaming efficiency.
- Network: Internet connection required for download, installation, and license activation.
Plugin Formats
- AAX
- AU
- VST3
Supported Applications and Host Integration
Can be used as an AU, VST3, or AAX plugin within major DAWs (such as Logic Pro, Cubase, Pro Tools, Studio One, Ableton Live, Reaper, etc.). MIDI recording and automation enable precise control of dynamics, pedal, and resonance parameters; multiple outputs allow routing close and ambient microphones to separate tracks for mixing. It can also be combined with AI-assisted arrangement templates or track-generation features to quickly create highly realistic piano parts and immersive soundscapes.
