MODARTT Releases PIANOTEQ Version 3

After two years of intensive research in several fields — acoustic models, electro-acoustic models, algorithms — MODARTT proudly presents the long awaited and much improved version 3 of PIANOTEQ. It once again shows that PIANOTEQ is being in the lead as the most innovative and adaptable software piano on the market.

New acoustic model

One of the most exciting new features in version 3 is the new acoustic model which simulates the sound radiation of the soundboard and the cabinet. Developed in close cooperation with demanding musicians, it brings stunning realism, clarity and brilliance.

Unlimited sound perspectives

This new acoustic model allows the user to place up to 5 microphones anywhere around the piano in an additional illustrative interface. A mixer is available for combining the mics into 5 output channels, with the possibility to adjust separately level and delay. PIANOTEQ 3 offers thus full control of the sound source and unlimited possibilities to choose the "colour" of the piano sound, similar to what professional audio engineers do when recording. The resulting experience is simply an amazing audio immersion!

In binaural mode, for headphone usage, a head model is used for simulating the sound heard by a person located where the head is placed in the interface. The head can be rotated in any direction and even its size can be changed.

New models for vintage electric pianos

With PIANOTEQ 3, a broad family of keyboard instruments is now covered, from historical harpsichords and pianoforte to contemporary grand pianos and electric pianos. The different models even share some features; for example, the electric pianos have a sostenuto pedal and the acoustic pianos can use the tremolo effect or the limiter. More surprising: you can change the sound speed in the air that is used by the model…

Features in short:

• New acoustic model
• Mic position — up to 5 mics
• Unlimited perspectives
• Multi channel — up to 5 channels
• New grand pianos C3 and M3
• New product: electric pianos add-on
• Use out of the box or create
• your own instrument
• New interface design
• Advanced preset and parameter
• manager