Modartt Pianoteq 8 Stage Edition Virtual Piano Instrument (Download)

Pianoteq 8 Stage is a virtual piano that utilizes physical modeling to simulate the playability and complex behavior of real acoustic instruments. The entry-level Stage Edition is a good choice for budget-minded musicians who do not need to modify their sound in great detail.

Version 8 refines the engine and physical modeling to increase authenticity, and offers a fresh, streamlined user interface to enhance readability and usability. Pianoteq has partnered with Steinway & Sons, Steingraeber, Bechstein, Blüthner, Grotrian, and Petrof, each a venerated piano-manufacturing powerhouse. All of them have approved the sound of their pianos.

Pianoteq 8 Stage comes with two instrument packs of your choice. The software works on Mac, Windows, and Linux systems, operating in AAX, AU, VST, NKS, and standalone formats. Because there are no samples, the file size is just a tiny fraction of that required by most virtual instruments, making Pianoteq perfect for any laptop.