Ningbo Upright 2021
Modern, Full, Clean, 48″ Upright Piano
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A Modern Upright with a Clean, Lively Voice
Compact in size yet full of character, the Ningbo Upright 2021 captures the clear, lively tone of a modern 48‑inch upright in pristine condition. Its voice is bright and articulate, with just a hint of that familiar upright “bloom” in the low mids, adding warmth without clouding the clarity. Perfect for arrangements that need definition and presence without the footprint of a grand.
Five stereo microphone positions were used to capture its full dimension, from detailed, up‑close perspectives to a more open, room‑aware sound. This range of options gives you precise control over how the instrument sits in a mix, while preserving the natural realism of the performance.
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The Piano
Sampled from a nearly new Hailun H‑1P, this upright was recorded in the inviting acoustics of a small living room. The environment keeps the sound close and immediate, making every note feel like it’s played right in front of you. Its youthful condition means the action is responsive, the tone even across the range, and every nuance of the performance is faithfully conveyed. That slight upright character gives it personality, while its overall cleanliness makes it versatile enough for both modern and traditional settings.
Technical Details
Instrument Specs
- Hailun H‑1P upright, built in 2021
- Height: 48 inches
- Nearly new condition, minimal play wear
Recording Environment
- Small living room, naturally controlled ambience
- Mic positioning chosen for a balanced, realistic stereo image
Sound Profile
- Bright, clean highs with a focused midrange
- Gentle upright resonance in the low mids for added warmth
- Maintains clarity and separation even in dense arrangements
Type: Upright
Size: 48″
Year: 2021
Room Size: Small Living Room
Mic Positions: 5
Microphone Positions
Front Under
A pair of Omni-directional condenser mics underneath the keyboard facing the bridge. Provides a clear, crisp, intimate sound with very light hammer action noise.
Behind Close
A pair of cardioid microphones near the soundboard behind the piano. This gives that characteristic sound of an upright piano while still being close and wide.
Behind Spaced
Pulled back a couple feet from the back side of the soundboard. This gives a more spacious and natural sound, with a bright crisp tone.
Front Over
A wide pair of microphones aiming at the hammers. Despite what you may expect, this position gives a dark, distant, but wide tone.
Room
A pair of spaced omni-directional microphones about 6 feet away from the piano. These capture the entire piano and the room. This position gives a more distant sound and works best blended with the other microphone positions.
Pro vs Lite
Whether you’re after the full depth and flexibility of the Pro edition or the streamlined efficiency of the Lite version, you can choose the one that matches your workflow, budget, and system requirements. Both deliver the same signature piano character — it’s just a matter of how many tools and options you want at your fingertips
Pro
- 5 Stereo Mic positions
- All Keys Sampled
- True Release Samples
- Resonance Samples
- Pedal Noise
- Sustain Control
- Hard Drive Space: 6GB
Lite
- 1 Stereo Mic position (Behind Close)
- True Release Samples
- Key Stretching (Every 3rd key sampled)
- Resonance Samples
- Hard Drive Space: 45MB
- Free Trial Available
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All of your Boz Digital Labs pianos are hosted in a single plugin: Master Keys. Master Keys is a dedicated plugin specifically designed to specialize in playing pianos that both sound and feel natural. It gives you the effects and control you need to personalize your piano sound to match your vibe.
Master Keys includes a built in 6-band parametric EQ, algorithmic reverb and channel mixing controls.
System Requirements
Windows
- Windows 7 or Higher
- 64-bit
Mac
- Intel or Apple Silicon
- 10.13 or Higher
- 64-bit
RAM: 8GB (16GB Recommended)
Hard Drive Space: ~6GB per Pro piano and 50MB per Lite piano
Formats: Standalone, AAX Native, VST2, VST3, AU (Mac Only)
Trial Limitations
- Resets parameters each time the project is opened
- Restricts saving presets
- Some black keys disabled
- Only available on Lite version
Authorization Info
- Offline registration with serial number
- Perpetual License