I had been mostly ignoring the K2 piano and not even considering it as an option... until I realized that it was the PERFECT piano for a song I was working on. It hit the mark better than any of the others, so it suddenly changed from a "reject" to a "favorite" must-have.

I've made the leap, within minutes of Modartt's announcement of their most excellent Summer Sale (it was now or never )

I went with the Bechstein (LOVE that sound), the Steinway D (because it's such a reference, and of course the vast range of presets - it's a literal mini-ecosphere), and in a surprise last-minute change of heart, the Anton Petrov (something about its sound is so simple and warm and honest...).

The Steinway B and Steingraeber were close also-rans that I'll surely be supplementing my library with in due course. And perhaps the Blüthner. But these 3 should keep me occupied for the time being

And so it begins!

Before you make another purchase you may want to contact people in support, explain your situation to them and see if you can get some sort of a deal, a discounted studio.

I myself got one very recently as I received an upgrade from PIANOTEQ PRO to all the instruments of the PIANOTEQ Studio Bundle at a price reduction.  I got even the Karsten Collection as part of it!

My current signature shows just the instruments I had previously.

...If you’re going to want smaller grands to play accompaniments... a backdrop to often a featured instrumentalist or vocalist who naturally would want to shine out as much as he or she could...

Sorry, off topic, but I can't leave this alone.  To any "soloists" out there: you'll sound better if your accompaniment (piano, band, orchestra, whatever) is an equal partner in the music, not a bland backing track. You'll perform better from having something truly alive to respond to, the whole track will sound more vibrant and engaging, and that puts you in a good light.  I've met artists who understand this, and I've met artists who are too insecure to share the stage with a real musician.  The second group tend not to do as well.

Fleer wrote:

Viridis wrote:

I personally like Blüthner very much.
...
I hear the 'ü' sound in it.
...

THAT’s the best Blüthner description I ever read.

That's perfect!

Viridis wrote:

I downloaded all the samples and did blind listening, as a major step in my decision

And also that's maybe the best advice I've seen here too.

Wonderful Viridis.

The Blüthner was the piano which sold me on the grand piano range, def. don't overlook it.

Noted, thank you! I will spend some more time with the Blüthner and listen for the ü!

Viridis wrote:

I personally like Blüthner very much.
...
I hear the 'ü' sound in it.
...

THAT’s the best Blüthner description I ever read.

That's perfect!

And also that's maybe the best advice I've seen here too.

Wonderful Viridis.

The Blüthner was the piano which sold me on the grand piano range, def. don't overlook it.

But the Bluthner is the best sounding piano IMO... but you won't be able to know without having the entire instrument pack!

I personally like Blüthner very much.
...
I hear the 'ü' sound in it.
...

THAT’s the best Blüthner description I ever read.

But in the end, you decide what you like most.

I downloaded all the samples and did blind listening, as a major step in my decision.

Good luck!