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Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand vs Repro

Both stand on virtual instruments. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand

Paid MacWindows

This library pairs a sampled Yamaha CFX with three perspectives and an included player, while offering both standalone and plug-in use. Check platform, processor, memory and storage requirements before purchase.

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Repro

Free trial LinuxMacWindows

Repro combines two distinct synths with sequencer, effects and polyphonic options in a plug-in that requires host software. A free trial is available, while Linux builds have beta status and less support.

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The facts

Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert GrandRepro
Free planNoA free trial
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onMac, WindowsLinux, Mac, Windows
Lowest paid planGarritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand: $199.95, paid onceRepro: €149, paid once
Plans published11
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitegarritan.comu-he.com
On virtual instruments#18 of 25#13 of 25

Garritan Abbey Road Studios CFX Concert Grand: what it does well

  • Three microphone perspectives
  • 32 included presets
  • ARIA Player included
  • Standalone app and four plug-in formats

What to know first

  • Full installation requires 133 GB of free space
  • Download and activation require internet
  • Mac requirements specify Intel-based Apple hardware

Repro: what it does well

  • Includes Repro-1 and Repro-5
  • Repro-5 supports up to eight-voice polyphony
  • Repro-5 includes over 950 factory presets
  • Compatible with Maschine and Komplete Kontrol hardware

What to know first

  • Requires host software; no standalone app
  • Linux builds are beta and less supported
  • Demo emits a crackling sound

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