Pianoteq K2 Grand Piano by Modartt

Overview

The K2 Grand Piano is a stunning creation exclusively developed for Pianoteq, blending elements from several renowned pianos into one exceptional instrument.

Key Features

Sound generation evolves during playback
Dynamic response
211 cm (6'11") grand piano from Modartt. Not a replica of a specific model; a blend of elements from multiple pianos.
105 keys (A-1 to F8)

Technical Specifications

Note Range: A-1 to F8
Plugin Formats: VST3, AU, AAX
Standalone: Yes
Piano Length: 2.11 m (6’11”)
Key Range: 105 keys (A-1 to F8)

Ideal Use Cases

Professional concert pianists requiring a highly responsive and nuanced virtual instrument for practice and performance.
Film and game composers needing a versatile grand piano sound that can adapt dynamically to various emotional cues.
Music students and educators seeking a realistic and expressive piano for learning, teaching, and composition exercises.
Studio musicians and producers wanting a grand piano that offers profound depth and character for diverse recording projects.
Live stream performers looking for a high-quality, reliable piano sound that responds instantly to their playing.

Insights from Real-World Use

Strengths

mess with physics
totally simulated
endorsement from Steinway and Sons
you can make it sound like almost anything you like

Weaknesses

almost too perfect sometimes

Tone: sweetness, sweet, warm, rich, perfection

Review Snippets

Pianoteq K2 Grand Piano's Binaural mode is great for practice and track work.
Pianoteq's C. Bechstein pianos sound great; I love them.
Pianoteq K2 Grand Piano lets users manipulate sound physics for interesting and useful effects.
The K2 Grand Piano Warm is very warm, sweet, and calm.
I have had Pianoteq 7 for a few weeks, Standard Edition, with the Steinway, K2, and Steingraeber (also historical pianos & harps). My keyboard is several time zones away, so I have been using human- recorded MIDI from the International Piano Competition, mostly Bach pieces. Most of the music I work
Roland's modeling has its pros and cons compared to Pianoteq, with the pro being that the hammer attack sounds more thick and natural, but I think Pianoteq's resonance and string modeling is superior in most every other way.
Most of these sound at least like good authentic concert pianos. ... Honorable mention to the Garritan, but it confirms for me that I made the right choice in getting Synthogy Ivory 2 and that Spectrasonics Keyscape will also be an essential purchase.
I upgraded from 6 to 7 and honestly cant really tell a difference, maybe very minor. They REALLY need to work on getting that nasally metallic bell-like timbre sounding more woody and natural. Its just so thin (for lack of a better word) in the mid and upper registers in so many of the presets.
the audio technica ath m50x Sound wonderful with Pianoteq! I tested 5 other Headphones (more expensive) and for me the ATH M50x sounded the best, plus you don’t need any amps etc! You will like them, especially with the new steingraeber they sound truly wonderful!
Steingraeber also my favorite! Especially in the Warn preset with biannual sound recording and small equaliser modification.
As for Pianoteq, I like the K2 model best, which is sort of Modartt's 'ideal.
Hi. I've been tweaking the K2 piano a lot these last days and I've come to a quite rich sound that is close to a Kawai grand and since the strings here are...
I think that the price to pay for a 30mb software vs several gigabytes for a sampled piano. If you think it’s too thin, maybe you should consider sampled pianos. Both have their pros and cons but in its league, Pianoteq wins the race of flexibility, usability, and the sound is, at least, pretty amaz
K2 too perfect? Just adjust the "condition" slider to taste. I like it around 75% to give it more richness and warmth!
I feel overall a better sound experience, more woody, natural. If you hear it with headphones you will feel it. Also the interface has been refreshed (the keys for example), amongst other improvements. For 29€ it can’t be a bad decision to upgrade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What host software is required to use the K2 Grand Piano?: The K2 Grand Piano operates within the Pianoteq host. It is also available as an add-on for Pianoteq 9.
Is the K2 Grand Piano a sampled or modeled instrument?: The K2 Grand Piano uses a modeled sound engine. This means its sound generation evolves during playback and it is totally simulated.
What platforms are compatible with the K2 Grand Piano?: The K2 Grand Piano is compatible with Mac, Windows, and Linux operating systems.
What are the key features of the K2 Grand Piano?: Key features include half pedal and repedal/catch functionality, sympathetic resonance, and adjustable microphone positioning. The piano also offers 105 keys, ranging from A-1 to F8.
What genres and use cases is the K2 Grand Piano best suited for?: The K2 Grand Piano is ideal for classical, jazz, pop, and film/scoring genres. It is also suitable for recording, practice, live performance, and songwriting.
What is the length and key range of the K2 Grand Piano?: The K2 Grand Piano has a length of 2.11 meters (6’11”) and a key range of 105 keys (A-1 to F8).
What are the available plugin formats for the K2 Grand Piano?: The K2 Grand Piano is available in VST3, AU, and AAX plugin formats, and also supports standalone use.