Pianoteq Steinway Model B vs Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand
Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand wins on intimate delicacy; Pianoteq Steinway Model B demands more user adjustment for specific character.
Pianoteq Steinway Model B offers expressive freedom. Users report it delivers diverse characters when tweaked. However, many find its upper-mids harsh or unnatural without significant effort. This requires time and deep parameter knowledge.
Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand consistently provides a delicate and intimate sound. Users find its "Intimate" preset particularly effective for fragility. This specific character limits its versatility for broader applications directly out of the box. Its unique sound design does not easily adapt to varied musical styles.
Choose Pianoteq Steinway Model B if you accept extensive tweaking for varied character. Choose Pianoteq Steingraeber E-272 concert grand if intimate, delicate tones are your priority.
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Insights from Real-World Use
Pianoteq Steinway Model B
- Pianoteq’s upper register seems super harsh, grating, and un-piano-like, such as around 2:04. ... I find myself modulating my dynamics to produce the “tone” I’m looking for, yet Phil is going all-in o
- Pianoteq Steinway Model B excels at delicate playing with a sparkly quality.
- Perhaps the streaming audio was pushed a bit too far. When I lower the volume, the midrange seems strong without the tone issue you describe and I heard. Love the preset! Wish I could use it with stag
- Steinway B (maybe an unpopular opinion, but I like the Close Mic preset ... Modartt also may redo some of the old grands with the new magic they have...
- From 0:29 on the OP's video, the Steinway B recording, I can't imagine a more perfect example of a stale modelled piano, but at least it has the bright.
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!