Native Instruments’ default output for The Grandeur is surprisingly hot—often peaking at -6 dB or even -3 dB right out of the gate. For a solo piano, this is fine. But for a dense mix (rock, EDM, orchestral), this leaves no room for buses, compressors, or mastering.
The "120 12" principle applies perfectly to The Giant (120 for punch) and The Maverick (120 for bite). However, The Gentleman (upright) benefits more from a 110 max velocity. native instruments the grandeur 120 12
The Grandeur: A Deep Dive into Native Instruments' Concert Grand Native Instruments’ default output for The Grandeur is
Thanks to the 12+ velocity zones, The Grandeur responds authentically to nuanced playing. Pianists will notice the shift from warm, round lows to singing, bell-like highs. The sympathetic resonance and repedaling behavior (in Kontakt’s full version) add realism missing from many sample libraries. The "120 12" principle applies perfectly to The