Native Instruments The Grandeur 120 12 ✦ Recent

What is The Grandeur?

The Grandeur is a virtual piano instrument by Native Instruments, part of the Kontakt-powered Piano Series (alongside The Giant, The Maverick, and The Gentleman).

• Operating System: macOS 10.12 or later, Windows 10 or later
• DAW: Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Cubase, or other compatible host
• Plugin Format: VST, AU, AAX

Question: Does the "120 12" setting work for live performance?

Yes. Keyboardists using Nord Stage or Kawai VPC-1 controllers should set their keyboard’s Velocity Curve to "Light" or "Soft" and then apply the 120 max in Kontakt. This emulates the touch of a real Bechstein. native instruments the grandeur 120 12

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Decoding “120 12”

• 120 – This refers to the “120 Concert Grand” preset within The Grandeur. It’s a full, open, and resonant piano setting, ideal for solo piano, pop ballads, and cinematic music. The number 120 may also hint at the original tempo or room setting used during sampling, but in practice, it’s the go-to for a powerful, present sound.
• 12 – This likely points to the 12 velocity layers (some sources cite up to 20, but core dynamic zones are around 12 clearly defined layers). These layers capture everything from ppp to fff without audible switching, giving the instrument its renowned playability.