I have spent a lot of money on VI libraries over the decades. I use what I need when I need it.

The SampleTank/IKM libraries are an inexpensive, solid way to start out. I like that the Player is free and often, when there are conflicts, upgrading that free player makes everything work again. I now spend more time in the NI/Kontakt/Komplete universe but there are a few libraries in the IKM world that I really like, especially the Alan Parsons Imperial and their new Bösendorfer 200.


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Digital Performer11, Logic, Finale27/Dorico/Encore/SmartScore/Notion/Overture