Sampleson 1959 v1.0.0 RETAiL WiN-OSX
At a Glance
| Type | Instrument |
|---|---|
| Category | Piano |
| Platform | WiN, MAC |
| DAW | Any |
| Size | 34.0 MB |
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Sampleson 1959 is a virtual electro-acoustic piano built from spectral modeling rather than samples, recreating a forgotten 1959 patent for an instrument that was never actually manufactured. The result is a warm, clean, and bright tone reminiscent of a CP80 but with tighter tuning due to fewer strings. Its 88-note range responds expressively to playing dynamics, moving from warm lows to metallic shimmer at higher velocities. You can adjust resonance amount, hammer noise, release sounds, and add a static noise emulator for character. The plugin is lightweight at around 35 MB (65 MB installed) and includes a scalable HD interface. It works as VST, AU, or standalone on Windows and Mac, compatible with major DAWs like FL Studio, Ableton, Logic, and others, with no third-party player or online activation required. It’s aimed at hobby producers looking for a distinctive, processed-friendly piano sound that sits well with chorus, flanger, or phaser effects. The included reverb is subtle, encouraging you to shape the raw tone further.