In addition to the included instruments, forthcoming instrument packs and upgrades to be released within a year from the date of purchase will be available for free.

Pianoteq PRO
Pianoteq PRO is the ultimate product for professional composers and recording studios, and has proved to be an indispensable tool in many recording projects - from movie soundtracks and TV commercials to the latest hit songs.

Pianoteq is an award-winning virtual instrument which you can install on your computer (PC/Mac). It is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and will even run on some ARM-based boards such as the Raspberry Pi. It can be used both in standalone mode and as an instrument plug-in in VST, AAX, and AudioUnits hosts.

What makes Pianoteq superior to other virtual instruments is that the instruments are physically modelled and thus can simulate the playability and complex behaviour of real acoustic instruments. Because there are no samples, the file size is just a tiny fraction of that required by other virtual instruments, making Pianoteq perfect for any modern laptop.

Version 9 of Pianoteq introduces an enhanced soundboard model that delivers richer stereo and spatial perception. All grand pianos have been revoiced for greater realism and expressiveness, and the expanded sound palette now includes cinematic Sombre presets, delicate Felt presets for historical instruments and refreshed Binaural modes for immersive headphone experiences. The Electric Pianos pack has been updated with improved MKII and Reeds models, while the Harp pack now features a brand-new Italian Triple Harp with an authentic baroque timbre.

Pianoteq collaborated with the best piano manufacturers in the world, Steinway & Sons, Steingraeber, Bechstein, Blüthner, Grotrian, and Petrof, all of whom have approved the sound and playability of their physically modeled concert grand pianos available in Pianoteq. This rich and diverse collection of virtual grand pianos will appeal to all musicians seeking the most famous piano sound signatures.

Authentic Pedal Articulations
Pianoteq, being modelled (using laws of physics instead of pre-recorded sounds), can compute the sound for all 127 pedal positions that the standard MIDI protocol allows. Sampled pianos, however, cannot afford to record the sound for all single notes at each possible pedal position, as the samples would require a massive amount of hard drive space.

Special Student/Faculty Offer! Choose from one of 3 FREE! (A $49 Value) Pianoteq Plug-Ins:

• Pianoteq Classical Guitar Add-on: A virtual add-on modeled after a classical guitar, offering realistic plucking, strumming, and nuanced sound control.
• Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX Add-on: A virtual add-on offering the renowned Shigeru Kawai SK-EX grand piano, known for its deep, rich sound and incredible precision.
• Pianoteq Vibes Add-on: A virtual add-on modeled after a vibraphone, offering shimmering, bell-like tones that are perfect for jazz and cinematic compositions.

Features include:

• Steinway Model D Add-On
• Steinway Model B Add-On
• Petrof AP275 + P284 Add-On
• C. Bechstein Digital Grand Add-On
• Steingraeber E-272 Add-On
• Grotrian Concert Royal Add-On
• Blüthner Model 1 Add-On
• K2 grand piano Add-On
• YC5 rock piano Add-On
• U4 upright piano Add-On
• Karsten collection Add-On
• Kremsegg 1 Add-On
• Kremsegg 2 Add-On
• Harpsichord Add-On
• Harp (now includes Italian Triple Harp) Add-On
• Electric pianos (updated MKII and Reeds) Add-On
• Hohner Collection Add-On
• Vibraphones Add-On
• Celeste Add-On
• Xylophone Add-On
• Steelpans instruments Add-On

System Requirements:

Mac

• Operating System: macOS
• Supported Plugins: VST2, VST3, AU, AAX, Stand-alone

Windows

• Operating System: Windows
• Supported Plugins: VST2, VST3, AAX, Stand-alone