Free Download Vienna Symphonic Library - Synchron Concert D-274 v1.2.2

Art in Sound and Form

The Steinway & Sons D-274 is a shining example of how to “do it right the first time”. This magnificent flagship from the world-famous piano manufacturer has preserved its authenticity since the late 19th century, standing the test of time with its rich, powerful and voluminous sound. With a soundboard area of almost two square meters, the instrument is equally impressive in solo parts and in the orchestra, captivating with its limitless dynamic range.

Generations of great musicians have chosen the Steinway D , from Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vladimir Horowitz, Arthur Rubinstein and Glenn Gould to modern stars like Emanuel Ax, Hélène Grimaud and Lang Lang. In the world of film music, composer Ramin Djawadi ( Iron Man , Game of Thrones , Pacific Rim ) is a huge fan of our digital version! Recorded in the famous Vienna Synchron Stage , proven by Hollywood standards, this instrument brings the legendary sound and versatility of the Steinway straight to your studio.

The perfect choice for flawless projects

At 274 cm long and weighing around 500 kg, the Steinway D-274 impresses with a sound power worthy of its size, maintaining a key position in the global music industry. 9 out of 10 concert grand pianos on stages around the world are Steinway D-274 models .

Our version of the D-274 is the elite “Hamburg model”, which has undergone the strictest selection: from eight Steinway D grand pianos , it was personally selected by Stefan Mendl, the legendary pianist and founder of the Vienna Piano Trio. Even in Vienna, where magnificent instruments are not uncommon, this grand piano is recognized as a benchmark. Its sound has captivated every performer whose fingers have touched its keys.

The instrument is permanently housed in one of the climate-controlled studios at the Vienna Synchron Stage complex, where the acoustics produce a particularly warm, rich and natural sound.

Sampling Precision

To capture this instrument in all its nuances, our engineers used a high-precision solenoid-based system that controls a silent “robotic finger.” A microcontroller moves the finger with pinpoint precision, ensuring smooth key presses and natural key releases. The MIDI-controlled system reproduces over 100 gradations of striking force (velocity) and different release options , depending on the duration of the previous note and the speed of key release.

With an unprecedented 4,000 samples per key and up to 20,000 samples per microphone position, this version of the concert grand piano offers stunning authenticity.

To record this magnificent instrument in one of the world’s finest acoustic spaces, our engineers used a range of premium professional microphone systems. This provides unlimited possibilities for creating a unique sound: there are 11 different microphone positions to choose from. Even if you are not working with surround sound , the library allows you to achieve incredible spatial depth and acoustic richness – just add room mic signals to your stereo mix.