UNIVERSAL AUDIO Ravel Grand Piano - UAD Instrument

Description

Universal Audio Ravel Grand Piano

Universal Audio Ravel is an exceptional emulation of a Steinway Model B grand piano.* Built upon Universal Audio's advanced physical modeling techniques, Ravel far surpasses other piano plug-ins and sample libraries, offering unprecedented realism and engaging playability, perfect for modern music productions, from pop to rock, R&B to hip-hop.*All registered trademarks belong to their respective owners and are used solely to represent the instruments modeled within the software.The Definitive Model BSteinway's Model B, with its 6' 11" dimensions, is the most recorded studio grand piano for a very good reason: it offers the ideal, mixable sound of a studio grand, as heard on countless modern hits across all genres. Its rich tones blend seamlessly with drums, bass, electric guitar, and other surrounding instruments, never cluttering the mix, but always providing a balanced, mix-ready piano track.Introducing UltraResonance TechnologyReproducing the sympathetic resonance of strings—the phenomenon of undamped strings and the soundboard vibrating in response to other played strings—is often a challenge for virtual pianos. Using proprietary modeling and sampling techniques, Universal Audio's exclusive UltraResonance technology accurately recreates these complex interactions, delivering an airy and continuously evolving harmonic palette that allows notes to blend into one another. UltraResonance™ represents a new standard in resonance and realism.Simple Control of Perfectly Placed MicrophonesDesigned to deliver a professional, mix-ready sound right out of the box, Ravel's simple interface allows you to shape your piano sound thanks to three vintage microphone pairs personally selected from the mic locker of renowned engineer Allen Sides. Containing only the necessary controls, Ravel ensures you won't get lost in confusing menus. You can easily adjust the microphone volume, tone, and Close/Room balance, transitioning from intimate to expansive hall sounds.More Modern TexturesWant to add drama, suspense, or other unusual atmospheres? Ravel's Reverse feature allows you to easily add unique atmospheric piano sounds. Use the Mix control to subtly blend reversed textures into your normal piano playing or go fully reversed for fun, unprecedented experimentation. You can also "play the control" for surprising real-time changes.Key BenefitsCompatible with any audio interface, including UAD Native and Apollo Realtime.Play and record the most expressive software piano ever created.Benefit from UltraResonance™ technology for unparalleled realism, dynamic sensitivity, and tonal character.Easily mix close and ambient microphones, expertly positioned by Allen Sides of United Recording.Spice up your tracks with unique reversed piano sounds that can add exciting textures and haunting atmospheres.

Specifications

Play and record the most expressive software piano ever created

Benefit from UltraResonance™ technology for unparalleled realism, dynamic sensitivity, and tonal character

Easily mix between close and room microphones, expertly positioned by Allen Sides at United Recording

Animate your tracks with unique reversed piano sounds that can add exciting textures and haunting atmospheres