XLN Audio has announced the release of Addictive Keys, a collection of three virtual keyboard instruments.

Addictive Keys is a powerful tool for musicians, producers and songwriters, setting a new standard for virtual keyboard instruments. With its unique sound creation ability, smart workflow and fast loading times, Addictive Keys is suitable for any production style or music genre.

Mix and match different microphone perspectives, add professional effects and advanced envelopes to create truly unique sounds. Two years in the making, Addictive Keys is the ultimate blend of engineering, innovative design and creative expression. The standalone version is perfect for spontaneous jamming and live performances and the plug-in version support all major DAW hosts.

Addictive Keys features

  • Three instruments:
    • Studio Grand – a Steinway Model D grand piano
    • Modern Upright – Yamaha U3 upright piano
    • Mark One – a Fender Rhodes Mark I electric piano
  • Warm tone and unique sound.
  • Fast loading and workflow.
  • Mix and match microphone perspectives.
  • Production presets.
  • Creative and professional effects.
  • MyCloud – Work from anywhere.

The Addictive Keys Studio Collection (VST/AU/standalone) is available to purchase for 179 EUR. The instruments are also available separately; The Studio Grand is currently 49 EUR (regular 99 EUR), Modern Upright 99 EUR and the Mark One costs 79 EUR. The Addictive Keys engine is included in all offers.

In addition to the Studio Collection, a free version of the Studio Grand – with 3 of the 6 recorded microphone perspectives, 49 of the 88 keys (4 octaves) – offers customers a way to try out the Addictive Keys platform, with the possibility to add one or more instruments as the need arises.

More information: XLN Audio / Addictive Keys