Hi, I was thinking for the Pianoteq 7 release, they should physically model a Yamaha or Kawai concert grand (Kawai EX, Yamaha FC, CF, or CFIII) because I thought it would be interesting at physically modelling popular pianos from the 1970-1990's, especially Yamaha.
There's already a Yamaha piano modelled, the YC5 Rock piano (Yamaha C5).
As far as I know, Yamaha doesn't want one of their pianos being modelled. Thus, Pianoteq has just called it YC5. The description says: "YC5 is modelled from a well known Japanese grand piano, frequently seen on stages and widely appreciated by touring artists for its musical qualities and reliability. It is also a popular instrument at conservatories and other music schools."
One thing that's always puzzled me is that we have the YC5, that 'well known Japanese grand piano', and yet the KIViR collection includes the Yamaha CP-80, named in full ( https://www.modartt.com/free_stuff ). Can anyone explain that?
One thing that's always puzzled me is that we have the YC5, that 'well known Japanese grand piano', and yet the KIViR collection includes the Yamaha CP-80, named in full ( https://www.modartt.com/free_stuff ). Can anyone explain that?
My guess because it is a freebie, and perhaps because it is a digital reproduction of a product long out of production or patent. OTOH a Concert 5 (or a current variant) is still a production model.
I would go for another Bechstein model, the current Bechstein is my most favorite piano on PTQ.
