Impact Soundworks Fredonia Grand Organ

Explore the versatile sound palette of a cinematic scoring staple, recorded at a local church. The Impact Soundworks Fredonia Grand Organ is a meticulously sampled virtual instrument capturing the majestic grandeur of a full pipe organ. Recorded from the Schlicker Pipe Organ at SUNY Fredonia, this instrument offers a rich and powerful sound perfect for film, television, and game composers seeking authentic pipe organ tones.

The Fredonia Grand Organ features 39 individually sampled stops distributed across four divisions: Swell, Positiv, Pedal, and Great. Each division can be controlled separately, allowing for intricate layering and tonal shaping. With over 19,000 samples recorded in pristine 24-bit quality, every key is captured with long, looping sustains for realistic playability.

Multiple microphone positions provide versatile sound options, including Neumann KM184 XY, Mid-Side, Opus, QTC40 AB, and a pre-mixed stereo master. Users can mix and match these to suit their sonic preferences and mix environments.

The instrument comes with seven carefully curated presets that showcase a wide range of tones—from ethereal pads to majestic and powerful stops—ideal for cinematic scoring. A "stop randomizer" feature encourages creative exploration by generating unique stop combinations at the click of a button.

The user interface is designed for ease of use, placing all main controls on a single page. Stops can be controlled via the UI, keyswitches, MIDI CC, or host automation. Additional features include crescendo and swell controls, tremulants, and a comprehensive effects rack with over 30 modules, including EQs, compressors, reverbs, and amps to customize and polish your sound.

• Recorded from the historic Schlicker Pipe Organ at SUNY Fredonia
• 39 individually sampled stops across 4 divisions
• Over 19,000 samples with long, looping sustains
• Multiple microphone positions for flexible mixing
• Seven diverse presets from ethereal to majestic tones
• Stop randomizer for creative sound design
• Comprehensive effects rack with EQ, compression, reverb, and more
• User-friendly interface with MIDI and automation support