Pianoteq is an award-winning virtual instrument for PC, Mac, and Linux. It offers both standalone use and can be plugged into VST, AAX, and Audio Units hosts. What sets it apart is its physical modelling, accurately simulating real acoustic instruments' playability and complex behavior. With no samples, it has a tiny file size, perfect for laptops. The Standard version has powerful sound - enhancing tools like unison width adjustment, and lets you place up to 5 virtual microphones and load external reverb. You can morph and layer instruments. The Pro version gives you four instrument packs of your choice. Shaping sound through physical parameters is a unique feature. With just a few clicks, you can achieve what would take piano technicians hours or weeks on real pianos, like changing string length from a mini to a giant grand. You can even modify the soundboard's mechanical properties. Pianoteq Pro is a must - have for professional composers and recording studios. It supports internal sample rates up to 192 Khz, has a powerful Note Edit feature, and can turn an instrument into a multi - instrument with advanced keyboard splits.
Using Pianoteq is a breeze. For standalone use, just launch the software on your PC, Mac, or Linux system. If you want to use it as a plug - in, integrate it into your VST, AAX, or Audio Units host. When adjusting sound in the Standard version, play around with tools like unison width, hammer hardness, and string length. You can place virtual microphones around the instrument and load external reverb files for a more immersive sound. In the Pro version, select your four favorite instrument packs. To shape the sound, click on the physical parameter options. Be careful not to go overboard with extreme settings, as it might result in an unnatural sound. When using the Note Edit feature, take your time to adjust parameters for specific note ranges. For maintenance, keep your software updated to get the latest features and bug fixes. Also, make sure your system meets the minimum requirements to ensure smooth performance.
