Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX vs Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand
Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand wins on intimate delicacy; Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX offers a broader, more luminous sound but demands more parameter tweaking.
Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX delivers a brilliant, expressive sound. Its strength is a versatile, modern tone. This wider sonic ambition sometimes produces artificial notes at specific velocities, requiring user intervention.
Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand excels in conveying fragility and intimacy. Its strength is a highly specialized, consistent character. This focused sonic profile provides limited versatility for brighter compositions.
Choose Pianoteq Shigeru Kawai SK-EX if you prioritize a widely applicable, bright grand piano sound and accept occasional tonal adjustments. Choose Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand if you value consistent intimacy and subtle sonic textures.
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Insights from Real-World Use
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.
Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand
- Pianoteq is where it's at, I've decided. I'll be getting pro as soon as its back in my budget, I've been playing around with the settings, and given my pickiness, I'll definitely want to edit it to th
- I’m about to buy the license and know I want the upright as that’s my background. I’ve been gravitating to the Steingraeber as my other choice - it has that softness and intimacy you show in your movi
- The intimate, slightly dry delicacy of the Steingraeber Intimate preset feels very apt for conveying fragility.
- Steingraeber in Pianoteq 7 is astonishing. Top end is like glass.
- I did try them a while ago! Really good! I might miss the escapement but they felt good to play just not my personal favourite!