Vienna Symphonic Library – Synchron Fazioli F308 v1.2.2

The pinnacle of sound

The Fazioli F308 is more than just a grand piano. One of the largest pianos in the world, this instrument is the crown jewel of the famous Fazioli concert series and the pride of the exclusive Vienna Synchron Stage collection . Designed specifically for large spaces, the F308 has found its true home in our 540 m² Stage A , where its monumental sound is fully revealed thanks to the impeccable acoustics of the hall.

Now its warm, rich and vibrant sound is available in your studio. With a majestic sound worthy of its size and incredible versatility, our masterfully recreated digital version has even captivated maestro Herbie Hancock.

Whether you want to explore new horizons in jazz or add depth to any other style, the Fazioli F308 is a true flagship among grand pianos.

Born of passion, honed by craftsmanship Fazioli

grand pianosare created with outstanding craftsmanship, cutting-edge technological innovation, careful selection of materials and, of course, a genuine passion for music and musicians. Although the F308’s impressive dimensions (a whopping 308 cm!) certainly attract attention, its true excellence lies in its design.

The secret of the powerful and crystal clear sound of the F308 is in the extended strings of the lower and middle registers, as well as a number of innovative solutions that have brought worldwide recognition to the Italian manufacturer. The basis of the instrument is a deck made of spruce growing in the same forest of the Italian Val di Fiemme valley where Antonio Stradivari selected wood for his legendary violins .

The magic of the fourth pedal

The F308 in the Vienna Synchron Stage features a unique Fazioli invention : the fourth pedal. Situated to the left of the classic triple pedal, it lowers the keyboard and brings the hammers closer to the strings, reducing the volume without changing the timbre, while preserving all the overtones and resonances, but with a softer, more transparent sound. It also facilitates the execution of glissando, fast passages and legato. In addition, by combining the una corda pedal with the fourth pedal, pianists can expand the palette of delicate sound shades of the F308 .

Machine Precision, Natural Sound

To digitize this instrument with all its nuances, our engineers used a high-precision system based on a solenoid that controls a silent “robotic finger”. A microcontroller moves the finger with precision, ensuring a smooth key press and a natural release.

By refining recording and processing techniques in parallel with software development, we have created the Synchron Fazioli F308 , a new benchmark in piano sampling. Over 360,000 samples guarantee stunning authenticity.

Fazioli F308 was recorded by our engineers in 11 microphone positions with perfect phase synchronization.

Features

• Fazioli’s flagship model
• The world’s largest concert grand piano – 308 cm
• 11 microphone positions for tonal flexibility
• Fourth pedal – the secret of expressiveness
• Recorded in the main and largest recording studio Stage A in the Vienna Synchron Stage complex