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 modeled 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 laptop.

Version 9 of Pianoteq introduces a newly enhanced soundboard model that improves stereo and spatial perception with greater realism and depth. Every grand piano has been revoiced, offering an even more expressive, organic sound. The expanded sound palette adds new Sombre presets for cinematic expression, Felt presets for historical instruments, and refreshed Binaural modes for immersive headphone use.

The Electric Pianos pack has also been updated, with improved MKII and Reeds instruments that respond more dynamically across the range. We have collaborated with the best piano manufacturers in the world, Steinway & Sons, Steingraeber, Bechstein, Blüthner, Grotrian and Petrof, who all have approved the sound and playability of their physically modelled concert grand pianos available in Pianoteq.

This rich and diverse collection of virtual grand pianos will appeal to all musicians in search of the most famous piano sound signatures. Taking advantage of the model and its parameters, a morphing feature lets you merge several models to create unheard organic instruments. Pianoteq 9 PRO is the most advanced version, adapted for the creative composer and demanding studio engineer. In addition to the Standard version, it gives you all the tools needed to work in a truly professional environment, letting you adjust 30 parameters for each note on the keyboard and work with up to 192 kHz audio.

Pianoteq PRO now includes a fully redesigned microphone panel with support for up to 8 microphones in 3D space and an improved mixing interface for stereo and multi-channel setups. Pianoteq PRO comes with four instrument packs of your choice.

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 Electric Pianos Add-on: A virtual add-on that offers the iconic sounds of electric pianos, ideal for jazz, rock, and funk with full control over tone.
• Pianoteq YC5 Rock Piano Add-on: A virtual add-on offering the vibrant, punchy sound of a rock-style piano, perfect for energetic and driving music styles.

Features include:

• 4 Included instrument packs
• VST, AU, AAX, NKS, Standalone
• EQ, velocity curve, reverb unit
• Preset (fxp) loading
• Piano model tweaking
• Advanced tuning
• Microphones setting (up to 8 in 3D space)
• Loads external reverb impulses
• Instrument morphing and layering
• Note-per-note edit: volume, detune, attack envelope
• Note-per-note edit: all other physical parameters
• Thousands of editable overtones
• Supports up to 192 kHz audio

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