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Keys & pianos

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SynthtopiaSynthsSpitfire Audio Releases Eric Whitacre Eternity, Combining Analog Synths, Piano and Processed Choir Spitfire Audio's Eric Whitacre Eternity combines recordings of analog synthesizers, a historic family piano and heavily processed choir with more than 200 presets, dual-layer sound design and effects…

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delamarEuropeCasio CT-FS1: Neues Keyboard mit App & komplett einfarbigen Tasten Das Casio CT-FS1 kommt in Schwarz oder Weiß mit vollständig einfarbigen Tasten. Die neue Feel Sync-Funktion ermöglicht das Spielen zu eigenen Songs auch für Anfänger.

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RekkerdDAW & pluginsModartt updates Pianoteq to v9.3, incl. YFX Japanese Grand Piano Expansion Modartt has released an update to its physically modeled virtual piano instrument. Version 9.3 of Pianoteq introduces a new instrument pack and various improvements and fixes.

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Strings MagazineGearReview: Bärenreiter’s ‘Felix Mendelssohn: Sonatas for Violin & Piano’ These enchanting sonatas are a very welcome addition to the duo repertoire.

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Sound On Sound

Sound On SoundGearUVI release Twin 88 Keys uvi_twin_88_keys.jpg Blend between concert grand & vintage electric pianos UVI’s latest release combines a concert grand with a vintage electric piano in a single instrument, and kits users out…

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Inverted AudioLive & DJBen Kaczor returns to St. Odes with fourth solo album Organ Romance Swiss vinyl-only label St. Odes returns with Organ Romance, the fourth solo album from co-founder Ben Kaczor and his second for the label.

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KR home-studioEuropeJeu KR#386 : Jouez avec Keyboards, Algam et Shure Et gagnez l’un des deux micros de streaming MV6 Gen 2 mis en jeu d’une valeur unitaire de 185 €. Le microphone de gaming/streaming qui passe à la vitesse supérieure. Pensé pour […

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Piano BuyerGearUnderstanding the New-Piano Market A piano is not just a piano, and choosing the right one requires an investment of time and energy. At the risk of over-simplification, the intent of this article is to provide a simple new-piano…

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Yamaha Music NewsMakersYamaha Expands the CK Series With the New Stage Keyboard CK76 Play anywhere with 76 keys, authentic sound and intuitive control Play anywhere with 76 keys, authentic sound and intuitive control - News Releases - Yamaha Corporation

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Piano BuyerGearFrom 13 Pianos to the World’s Largest Manufacturer: Pearl River Celebrates 70 Years New Pearl River P70 and Kayserburg K70 anniversary models embody seven decades of craftsmanship, innovation, and constant improvement.

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Piano BuyerGearRoland Unveils FP-40 Digital Piano The FP-40 is the latest model in the long-running FP series, offering acclaimed Roland playability and features in an elegant portable instrument.

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MatrixSynthSynthsModal Electronics Cobalt8 Virtual Analog Keyboard Synthesizer via this listing

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MatrixSynthSynthsKorg Kronos 73 Keyboard Workstation SN 102589 via this listing Additional Perfect Circuit listings

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delamarEuropeYamaha PSR-A700: Neues Arranger-Keyboard für orientalische Musik Das Yamaha PSR-A700 ist ein neues Arranger-Keyboard mit 61 Tasten, das auf orientalische und nahöstliche Musik ausgerichtet ist.

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delamarEuropeSynthrilla Froggie SF-60: Casio-Klang mit modernen Effekten Der Synthrilla Froggie SF-60 bringt den Sound des Casio MT-60 von 1981 als Plugin in die DAW. Das Instrument setzt auf Original-Samples und ergänzt den Vintage-Klang um Effekte, Polyphonie und einen…

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HispasonicEuropeUVI Twin 88 Keys combina la claridad del piano de cola y el carácter del piano eléctrico UVI presenta una nueva biblioteca para UVI Player y Falcon que combina un piano de cola Yamaha CFX y un piano eléctrico de 88 teclas profundamente muestreados, ofreciendo nuevas posibilidades…

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SynthtopiaSynthsVertikal Captures Nils Frahm’s Monumental Piano In A New Kontakt Instrument Native Instruments has introduced Vertikal, a virtual piano instrument based on the extraordinary 14.7-foot vertical piano played by composer and electronic musician Nils Frahm.

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KVR Audio NewsDAW & pluginsSampleScience releases Hush Piano SampleScience has announced the release of Hush Piano , a felt piano sample library designed for lo-fi, cinematic, boom bap, and ambient music production.

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MusicRadarGear"Ever wanted to play a piano that’s 14 feet tall? Now you can": 5 new plugins you need to know about Never has there been a better time to be an in-the-box producer than 2026. Modern processors are lightning-fast , DAWs are more powerful than they’ve ever been, and the sheer breadth and variety of…

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MusicRadarGearGet first dibs on seriously discounted gear with up to 50% off in Musician’s Friend massive Pre-Black Friday Sale - including favourites from Alesis, Kawai, Warm Audio, Martin and more If you’re looking to upgrade your home studio setup, expand your pedalboard, or grab top-tier gear for your upcoming gigs next year, the early Black Friday deals at Musician’s Friend have arrived in…

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IK MultimediaMakersRhythm Section Sale Get 9 Pianos Free & MODO BASS 2 & MODO DRUM only $/€99.99 Add Hammond B-3X only $/€29.99 Need a powerful virtual rhythm section for your next project?

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MMRIndustryDonner Debuts Starfold, OURA J100, PlugOne, Viva and more new pianos and guitars HUSH XLIVE selected for the show's "Future Species" showcase SHANGHAI, CHINA – Oct. 31, 2026 – Donner, the China-based instrument brand and manufacturer, introduced a lineup of new digital pianos and…

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KVR Audio NewsDAW & pluginsUVI Releases Twin 88 Keys - Acoustic and Electric Piano, Together UVI has announced the release of Twin 88 Keys , a concert grand and a vintage electric piano in a single, expressive instrument.

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Guitar Magazine (ギター・マガジン)JapanGAMECHANGER AUDIO/PLUS PEDAL Ⅱ〜無限の残響空間を司る、ピアノ感覚のサステイン・ペダル ゲームチェンジャー・オーディオのエフェクト・ペダルの新製品、PLUS PEDAL Ⅱを紹介。 文=鈴木誠 撮影=星野俊 ※本記事はギター・マガジン2026年11月号の「New Products Review」から転載したものです。 ※価格は本誌掲載時のものです。 GAMECHANGER AUDIO PLUS PEDAL Ⅱ 独創的なエフェクト・ペダルを世に放ち続けるゲームチェンジャー・オーディオ。

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