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Pianoteq 8

Pianoteq 8

Play Realistic Pianos & More

117 ratings
56 reviews
🎵 Music
Free
In-App Purchases

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • May 3, 2023
  • October 10, 2025

Developer

MODARTT
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About

This virtual instrument uses advanced physical modeling to generate realistic sounds for a wide range of instruments, including pianos, electric pianos, and guitars. It offers compact file sizes and faithful sound reproduction, making it ideal for musicians on the go. Connect a MIDI device and start playing, or use it as a plugin in other music applications.

✓Physical modeling sound generation
✓Simulates pianos, electric pianos, guitars, and more
✓Realistic playability
✓Compact file size
✓Works as a plugin
✓MIDI device compatible
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Pianoteq 8. Based on 117 reviews and a 4.6/5 average, it highlights the 18 positives and 10 negatives reviewers mention most about this Music app.

Positive things

  • 🎶Realistic piano sounds
  • 💻Cross-platform compatibility
  • 💡Physical modeling technology
  • 🤏Small app size
  • 🎹High playability and expressiveness
  • 🎧Excellent sound quality
  • 🖱️Good tweakability
  • ✨Amazing deal for desktop users
  • 📱Portable and convenient
  • 🔌Plug and play with MIDI
  • 🚀Fast response times
  • ✅Polished and stable app
  • 🎁Generous demo option
  • 💳Multi-platform payment model
  • 🎚️Great touch controls
  • 🎸Also great for guitar sounds
  • 🔊Unmatched modeled instruments
  • ✨Professional quality sound

Negative things

  • 💸Expensive pricing
  • 🤔Steep price for casual users
  • 🛒Difficult purchase process
  • 💻Requires additional license slot
  • 👎Terrible user interface
  • 💰Priced for kings and elites
  • 💸Not worth the price for some
  • 💵High price for iPad users
  • 😤Frustrating customer service
  • 🚫Not for limited budgets
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What's New in Pianoteq 8

8.4.4

October 10, 2025

- fix for rare crash. - icon update.

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In-App Purchases

$49.99

Grand C. Bechstein DG

C. Bechstein D 282 concert grand

User reviews

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Love it! ❤️✨

Pianoteq 8 is a beautiful program! The only limitations you could have when using it, is the limitations you place upon yourself as a musician. And, whatever hardware you’re running it through. Spend the money, get a really good weighted midi keyboard, and you could do concerts with this program…I have! Much love and thanks to the designers of this program.
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Moses KnightsheadMoses Knightshead

Very realistic piano sounds great but one thing…

Everything is great I just wish y’all can make it so all the full 88 keys are functional some keys do not work
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So far have to many issues

I wanted a simple plug in that I could use right away without any issues…..I’m having significant latency issues. I thought it may be because I’m running on an iPad… so I downloaded on the app. I can’t activate because I was not sent a serial number…I got an email saying my account was successfully created but it did not include a serial number so far it’s been a big headache.. there needs to be a phone contact for tech support !
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captainmichaelmrcaptainmichaelmr

Very good app

I would recommend this app. The quality of the piano sound is excellent and there’s a lot of possibilities to tweak such things as the sound of the sustained pedal hush and microphone placement in the virtual room. I think some more resources such as YouTube instructional videos might be helpful to get the best out of it.
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FintannFintann

Amazing

Works as well on my iPad Air M3 as it does on my PC and Mac Mini M4.
Thanks so much for including all the versions for one price
MrSmith60MrSmith60
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Reported Bugs

8 issues

Some keys do not work

Bug

Significant latency issues

Bug

Cannot activate due to missing serial number

Bug

Stuttering audio on iOS

Bug

App not updated for new iOS

Bug

Impossible to order from App Store

Bug

Bug in purchase through App Store

Bug

MIDI file saving not working

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Add Yamaha p125 instrument

Feature

iPad only version

Feature

Add second row of keyboard

Feature

Increase/decrease number of visible keys

Feature

FAQ

What is Pianoteq 8?

Pianoteq 8 is an award-winning virtual instrument that uses advanced physical modeling to simulate the sound of a wide variety of instruments, including pianos, electric pianos, harpsichords, vibraphones, and guitars. It generates sounds in real-time by calculating the physics of how instruments produce sound, offering a more realistic and dynamic experience than traditional sample-based instruments.

What instruments can I play with Pianoteq 8?

Pianoteq 8 can simulate a diverse range of instruments. This includes various types of pianos, electric pianos, harpsichords, vibraphones, guitars, and steel drums. The physical modeling technology allows for faithful reproduction of their unique characteristics and playability.

How do I get started with Pianoteq 8?

To start playing, connect a MIDI device to your iPad or iPhone and launch the Pianoteq app. You can also use Pianoteq as a plugin within compatible Audio Unit host applications like GarageBand or Cubasis. All instruments are available in demo mode until a license is purchased.

Is Pianoteq 8 free to use?

Pianoteq 8 offers a demo mode for all instruments, where some keys may be disabled. To unlock the full functionality and all instruments, you will need to purchase a Pianoteq STAGE license or link to an existing user account with a valid license. Licenses purchased on the App Store are cross-platform compatible.

What are the benefits of using Pianoteq 8?

Pianoteq 8 stands out due to its realistic playability, achieved by modeling the physical properties of instruments. It also boasts a compact file size compared to traditional sample-based virtual instruments, making it ideal for mobile devices. Its sound reproduction is so faithful that it has been endorsed by renowned piano manufacturers.