Mondo Piano

Why is Mondo in mono?

Stereo piano samples can sound very rich. But well-recorded mono samples have important advantages.

Mono samples use half the voices of stereo samples. The K2000 is limited to 24 voices and the K2500 & K26xx have 48 voices. Mono allows more polyphony for sequences and dense arrangements.

The use of mono samples frees up memory for longer samples, higher resolution, and more sampled notes.

Most commercially available stereo piano samples are simply not mono-compatible.

When the left & right channels of typical stereo samples are combined on one channel, phase distortion is often heard (which sounds like bad, spiky EQ) especially in the crucial mid-range of the piano. This is why keyboardists commonly complain that their pianos sound great in their headphones and bad through their single-channel amplifiers.

A quality mono sound is ideal for live performance (both for mains and monitors). It is also a great option for recording projects intended for TV, radio, or hand-held devices where mono-compatibility is needed.

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Mondo Piano was crafted with great care by a musician/audio engineer/educator.

The goal is to connect Mondo with musicians who have needed an expressive piano for their Kurzweil.

Check out the demos. If you like the sound, buy it and try it.
With a 90-day satisfaction guarantee, you have nothing to lose.


If you have some friends who play K2xxx's please send them a
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Thanks!

Stubbsonic

THE performance & studio piano package
designed specifically for Kurzweil K2xxx series instruments

 

Features:

 

* Pristine, full-bandwidth audio samples

* Long, unlooped samples

* Full piano range

* Natural timbre response over entire velocity range

* Independent hammer & key release layers

* Unique special features

* Easy to customize with clear documentation

* only $20!!

What Mondo is NOT... and why:

 

  • Mondo is not made from stereo samples

Stereo samples can sound great. So why use mono samples?

Three reasons: Polyphony, Memory, and Versatility [See sidebar on right]

  • Mondo is not a velocity-layered sample set

Typical piano sets provide 2 or 3 dynamic levels to give the illusion of dynamic response. This approach consumes several times as much memory, and the velocity switch points are obvious.

Mondo Piano features a meticulously crafted VAST algorithm which models the dynamic timbre response of a real piano throughout the entire dynamic range from ppp to fff. The result is natural, full-range dynamic timbre response across all velocities with no switch points.

  • Mondo is not complex or bloated

Mondo Piano has been painstakingly programmed, but the program itself is elegantly simple. Programs are easily adapted to different playing styles. Complete instructions for adjusting Mondo Piano are included in the documentation.

The Mondo objects take up only a few ID numbers and the bank is not cluttered with endless variations. Kurzweilers can mix and match Mondo's objects with their favorite programs, VAST algorithms and KDFX objects.

  • Mondo is not a one-trick pony

The quality and versatility of the sample set & keymap allow players to creatively warp the sounds into wild, new, natural sounding instruments. Mondo Piano also features splendidly expressive Dynamic Timbre Shift programs that provide a richly impressionistic piano experience.

  • Mondo is not expensive

Purchase the Mondo Piano for $20. To order, send an email to stubbsonic@hotmail.com. Instructions for PAYPAL payment will be sent.

The MONDO file will be sent either via email or YouSendIt.com— whichever you prefer. Specify your model and whether you have KDFX. Your single purchase includes all versions and any updates as they become available.

  • Mondo is not risky

Mondo is based on samples from a carefully adapted piano model which provides important advantages for this unique product. But it may not satisfy all tastes. That said, rest assured that Mondo is a completely no-risk, hassle-free product. Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. If Mondo isn't what you were looking for, let me know within 90 days of receiving it and you'll get a full and immediate refund.