Steinberg The Grand 3 (ESD); virtual piano instrument for HALion; three grand piano models (Yamaha C7, Bösendorfer 290 Imperial, Steinway D) with detailed sampling and distinct character; also includes Yamaha CP80 electric grand and upright Nordiska Pianino; supports true sostenuto, sympathetic resonance, sustain resonance, re-pedaling, and key-off samples; four microphone positions per grand (close, player, room, side) with seamless blending; up to 20 velocity layers per key; polyphony setting up to 300 voices; Eco mode for reduced system load; ambience section with algorithmic and convolution reverb, 3-band EQ, compressor, and limiter; dynamic voice allocation for efficient performance; integrated tuning editor with 11 presets and user-defined temperaments; MIDI controller assignment via learn function