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UltraResonance Technology
Experience the unrivaled realism of the Universal Audio Ravel Grand Piano with the revolutionary UltraResonance technology. Sympathetic string resonance, the beautiful interaction of undamped strings and the soundboard, is flawlessly recreated using UA's proprietary modeling and sampling techniques. This means you can enjoy the delicate and ethereal harmonics that allow notes to seamlessly blend together. From soft and muted tones to lush and evocative nuances, UltraResonance sets a new standard for resonance and authenticity in a virtual piano.
Simple control of perfectly placed mics
With Ravel, achieving professional-grade piano sounds has never been easier. The user-friendly interface grants you precise control over your piano's sound right from the start. Expertly curated by renowned engineer Allen Sides, Ravel offers three pairs of vintage microphone options hand-selected from his iconic collection. No need to get lost in complicated menus - intuitively adjust the Volume, Tone, and Close/Room microphone slider to effortlessly transition from intimate acoustics to a rich and spacious room sound. Whether you're after a subtle touch or a grand cinematic atmosphere, Ravel puts the power in your hands.
Modern, atmospheric textures
Step out of the ordinary and explore exciting new soundscapes with Ravel's Reverse feature. Easily add intriguing atmospheric piano sounds to your compositions with the Mix control, allowing you to seamlessly blend traditional notes with subtle reverse textures. If you're feeling adventurous, go all-in and activate the reverse feature for a truly unique and captivating experience. Experience the thrill of real-time performance changes as you "play the control," adding unexpected twists and turns to your musical journey. From dramatic suspense to avant-garde experimentation, Ravel opens up a world of limitless artistic possibilities.
One of the world's most famous pianos
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and powered by cutting-edge technology, the Universal Audio Ravel Grand Piano is the ultimate model of perfection. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of the Steinway Model B, masterfully recreated to deliver the unmatched sound heard on countless modern hits. Whether you're a professional musician, a studio engineer or a passionate music enthusiast, Ravel is your gateway to crafting mix-ready piano tracks that will elevate your compositions to new heights of excellence. Unleash your creativity with Ravel and experience the true essence of a world-class studio grand piano.
Reviews
"Switching DAWs is a big underaking, but I can definitely see LUNA finding a place in people's workflows. I love Ravel, Moog, Minimoog and Neve Summing - plus it works seamlessly wit hthe Apollo." - RAC
"LUNA's integration with my Apollos lets me forget that I'm using a computer to make music. The crazy-low latency workflow of LUNA has further blurred the line between production and mixing for me - with LUNA, I can just make records." - Fab Dupont
Features
- The most responsive and authentic sampled piano ever recorded
- Utilises UltraResonance technology to deliver unparalleled realism, dynamic sensitivity and timbral characters
- Blend seamlessly between vintage room and close microphones to customise your tone
- Recorded at the world-famous United Recording Studios (Formerly Ocean Way Studios) by expert engineer Allen Sides
- Enhance the texture of your piano recordings with reversed piano tones
Specifications
- Operating system:
- Mac: 10.15 Catalina, 11 Big Sur, 12 Monterey, or 13 Ventura
- Windows: Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit editions)
- Processor: Intel, AMD or Apple silicon processor
- Disk space: 10 GB available SSD storage
- Activation:
- Internet connection to download software and authorize native UAD plug-ins
- Free iLok account with iLok Cloud or iLok USB (2nd generation or higher)
- Free UA Connect application for managing native UAD plug-ins
- Product code: 1172-34