Virtual Pianist SCORE is a sampled Steinway D grand piano instrument with cinematic presets, phrase-based player mode, and mix-ready effects for film, game, and podcast scoring.
Purpose
Virtual Pianist SCORE is designed to add cinematic piano performances to film, game, and podcast soundtracks. It combines a deeply sampled Steinway D grand piano with a preset library aimed at narrative and emotional scoring, letting you set a scene quickly without needing to write complex piano parts from scratch.
The instrument includes more than 175 presets that cover a range of moods and intensities, from soft and expressive to bright and assertive. These are tailored for soundtrack work, providing instant starting points that fit into a mix. The piano model is based on meticulous recordings of the famous Steinway D, giving a familiar and versatile sound.
Key Capabilities
A central feature is the dual-mode design. In Instrument mode, you play the piano freely with full control over dynamics and articulation. In Player mode, you can choose from over 180 customizable phrases, allowing the instrument to generate realistic piano parts based on your input. This is useful when you need authentic-sounding performances without extensive keyboard skills.
There are 45 Finisher multi-effect modes and 45 Ambience FX presets, adding reverb-like spaces and effects that range from subtle to otherworldly. You can also select a piano character from Abyss, Damped, Mellow, Pure, and Royal to shape the tone further. A Busyness control in Player mode lets you adjust the density of notes, from sparse to complex.
Workflow
The workflow is centered on speed and simplicity. You start by picking a preset, then optionally adjust the piano character and add effects using the Finisher and Ambience controls. In Player mode, selecting a phrase and tweaking Busyness gives you a performance that can be recorded or used as is.
A notable feature is MIDI Drag & Drop, which lets you drag the generated MIDI phrases onto a track and use them with other instruments. This allows you to layer or modify the piano part in your DAW. The instrument integrates with existing setups via standard MIDI and audio connections, and works well in hybrid scoring contexts.
Practical Applications
Virtual Pianist SCORE is best used when you need to create a cinematic piano bed quickly. For film and game composers, it provides instant thematic ideas and can be shaped with its preset characters and effects. Podcasters can use it to add subtle emotional undercurrents without programming notes manually.
Pairing it with other UJAM instruments, such as Finisher FLUXX for ambient textures or Virtual Bassist Royal for bass lines, can create a fuller soundtrack. The demo version allows you to try it for 30 days fully functional, so you can assess its fit for your workflow before purchasing.
Key features
- Based on a Steinway D Grand Piano with meticulous sampling
- More than 175 presets for instant inspiration
- 45 Finisher multi-effect modes and 45 Ambience FX presets
- Player mode with over 180 customizable phrases
- MIDI Drag & Drop to use phrases with other instruments
- Character options: Abyss, Damped, Mellow, Pure, Royal
- Busyness control to adjust phrase density
Best for
Best for film, game, or podcast composers who need quick, cinematic piano parts with realistic performances and flexible effects, without deep piano programming. It is also useful for producers adding piano textures to a mix, and for those who want to drag MIDI phrases to other instruments.