Pianoteq Blüthner Model One vs Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX
Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX wins on immediate gratification; Pianoteq Blüthner Model One demands more effort to achieve satisfaction. Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its expressive and highly realistic sound. Users consider it a must-have due to its stunning detail and responsiveness. Some find certain notes can sound artificial, but most expect ongoing improvements.
Pianoteq Blüthner Model One earns divided opinion, with many users finding its realism needs improvement. Its customization options are highlighted, creating depth. Achieving a truly organic sound can require significant tweaking.
Choose Pianoteq Blüthner Model One if deep customization and sound shaping are your priority. Choose Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX if you prioritize immediate expressive playability and realism.
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Insights from Real-World Use
Pianoteq Blüthner Model One
- I love the Pianoteq's Bluethner which I also use often.
- The sound doesn't convince me at all, or maybe the Blüthner is not my piece of cake.
- Thank you! It's the default (Prelude) preset with the mics moved round to the audience perspective. I also cut the bass a little and add a touch of mastering compression.
- I didn't hear a lot of difference between the two. In fact, I wasn't able to guess correctly which was which. So the NY Steinway is an improvement, I think, but the older pianos don't seem much change
- The Bluethner is a piano with special qualities! Thick velvety bass and piercing, bell like treble!
Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX
- Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX expansion is a must-have, exceeding expectations for any piano.
- Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX is a very expressive piano and a new go-to.
- Extremely positive review, emphasizing the Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai's brilliant sound.
- This Pianoteq is a must-have; I would purchase it even without a free copy.
- Luscious, warm, sweet, luminous tone, potentially as good as a real Kawai piano.