sjgam wrote:New to Pianotteq and just have the two intro pianos - K2 and Steinway D. Really pleased with them.
In other plugin companies the latest instrument is typically the best as it inherits the latest modeling techniques.
In general is this true with the Pianoteq Instruments or has this Version 6 update leveled them all to the same playing field and its just what instrument suites your style/taste?
My short trial time suggests to my ears that the Grotian (concert royal preset) has the "richest" sound to my ear.
And open to thoughts/suggestions on expansion choices - I am only interested in the acoustic pianos.
Do not mind subjective opinions either.
I happen to own every model of every piano in Pianoteq and am glad to offer you these insights:
If you are interested in expanding your acoustic piano arsenal, you have four basic choices: Blüthner, Grotrian, Steinway Model B (7 foot Studio Grand) and the Yamaha YC5 (6'7"). I enjoy all of these pianos and regularly switch between them, depending upon the repertoire. In all honesty, there is no ONE piano that I use any more than the others (besides the Steinway D and K2, which you already own).
IF I were forced to decide between any TWO of the four choices, I would select the Grotrian and the Blüthner, because most of my repertoire is classical in nature. Both the Steinway B and Yamaha YC5 are very, VERY good; if I had to select between the Steinway B and Yamaha YC5, I believe the B would edge out the YC5 even with classical repertoire.
Back to the matter at hand, If I could select any two models, I would select both the Grotrian and Blüthner in that order. If I were forced to select a concert grand AND a studio grand, I would select the Grotrian and Steinway B.
Please note that you will be very happy with any of the four choices. In the end, I believe you need to play the demos and make your own decision. Just keep in mind, there will be NO bad choice on your part; as funds become available you can always add to your arsenal of pianos.
Hope this helps.
Cheers,
Joe