Modartt has released Pianoteq 9.3, bringing a fresh virtual piano called YFX Japanese Grand to its physical modeling software. The new instrument costs $49 or €49, and users can try it through the updated Pianoteq app before buying.
The YFX takes its cues from Japanese grand piano design. Rather than rely on recordings of each note, Modartt uses math-based models to produce the sound. Its design draws on the advanced soundboard technology that arrived with Pianoteq 9.
According to the developer, the piano has a clear tone, even response, and plenty of detail from bass to treble. Lower notes are meant to stay firm and well-defined, even when the music gets busy, while the rest of the keys retain a smooth, balanced voice.
And there's no need to build each sound from scratch. Modartt has prepared a range of presets for solo work, live gigs, and recording sessions. Some are set up for studio speakers, while others suit headphone use.
Beyond the piano pack, version 9.3 fixes a few annoying issues. A memory leak has been patched, and users can once again see mic pickup patterns in the microphone controls.
Morphing also behaves as intended when someone edits an ingredient, which fixes a problem with changing sound settings. Windows users get another repair, with computer keyboard playing restored inside the VST3 edition.
The YFX can be tested in Pianoteq 9.3, giving players a chance to hear how the new model responds before paying for the full instrument pack.
The YFX takes its cues from Japanese grand piano design. Rather than rely on recordings of each note, Modartt uses math-based models to produce the sound. Its design draws on the advanced soundboard technology that arrived with Pianoteq 9.
According to the developer, the piano has a clear tone, even response, and plenty of detail from bass to treble. Lower notes are meant to stay firm and well-defined, even when the music gets busy, while the rest of the keys retain a smooth, balanced voice.
And there's no need to build each sound from scratch. Modartt has prepared a range of presets for solo work, live gigs, and recording sessions. Some are set up for studio speakers, while others suit headphone use.
Beyond the piano pack, version 9.3 fixes a few annoying issues. A memory leak has been patched, and users can once again see mic pickup patterns in the microphone controls.
Morphing also behaves as intended when someone edits an ingredient, which fixes a problem with changing sound settings. Windows users get another repair, with computer keyboard playing restored inside the VST3 edition.
The YFX can be tested in Pianoteq 9.3, giving players a chance to hear how the new model responds before paying for the full instrument pack.
