Overview

Pianoteq 9 is an award-winning virtual piano and instrument suite that uses physical modelling to recreate the tone of pianos and other instruments. Instead of relying on samples, it generates notes in real time, allowing for a lightweight and responsive playing experience.

Main Features

• Physically modelled grand pianos endorsed by leading manufacturers
• More than 20 instrument packs including electric pianos, plucked strings, and historical keyboards
• Instant load and real-time note generation without the need for samples
• Seamless dynamic response with timbre varying naturally from pianissimo to fortissimo
• Modelled sympathetic resonances for realistic blending of notes and sustain pedal effects
• Extensive control over dozens of physical parameters to customize piano tone

What is New in Pianoteq 9?

• Enhanced soundboard vibration model improving stereo and spatial perception
• New Italian Triple Harp added to the Harp instrument pack
• Darker, cinematic “Sombre” presets for grand pianos and felt presets for historical pianos
• Updated binaural presets and improved interface for mixing and moving up to 8 microphones

Software Editions

Pianoteq 9 is offered in four editions:

• Stage: Entry-level version with choice of 2 instrument packs; suitable for users who do not require extensive sound modification.
• Standard: Adds piano model tweaking, advanced tuning, external reverb loading, instrument morphing, and 3 instrument packs.
• PRO: Offers per-note editing of physical parameters, thousands of editable overtones, support for up to 192 kHz audio, and 4 instrument packs.
• Studio Bundle: Includes all features of PRO plus all currently available instrument packs.

Platforms and Formats

Pianoteq 9 runs on Windows, macOS, Linux, and iOS platforms. It can operate standalone as well as in various plugin formats including VST3, AU, AAX, and NKS.

Artist Testimonials

The software is praised by artists such as Brian Eno, Jungle, Mikey Rowe, Steve Nieve, Stuart Crichton, and Paul 'Wix' Wickens for its sound quality, expressiveness, versatility, and low CPU usage.