Pianoteq 3

Changes history

 

Version 3

Version 3.6.8 (2012/01/16)

  • Fixed a bounce issue with Logic 9.1.6.
  • The pianoteq VST dll is now autonomous, it does not depend anymore on the pianoteq standalone executable.

Version 3.6.7 (2011/06/14)

  • Native VST for the Linux version.
  • Fixed an issue with the trial versions.

Version 3.6.6 (2011/01/17)

  • Add a "MIDI Dialect" option for high resolution MIDI messages: The "Disklavier XP" mode enables the recognition of "extended precision" midi files recorded on high-end Disklavier pianos, such as the ones available on the international e-piano competition website. The "Hi-res CC#88" mode enables recognition of the MIDI high resolution velocity prefix for note-on and note-off messages, such as the ones sent by the VAX77 MIDI keyboard.

Version 3.6.5 (2010/10/20)

  • Key range of K1, C3 and M3 grand piano extended to 105 keys.
  • Keyboard transposition can be controlled with the computer keyboard, or custom MIDI mappings.
  • Pianoteq Standalone now recalls both A and B presets on startup.
  • (2010/10/25) fixed issue with Gamelan.fxp.
  • (2010/10/25) fixed activation issue on windows.

Version 3.6.4 (2010/09/15)

  • New Xylo add-on, featuring Xylophone & Bass Marimba.
  • Added drag and drop for microtonal Scala files on the Pianoteq interface.

Version 3.6.3 (2010/07/05)

  • Fixed an occasional crash of repeated notes with some velocity curves.

Version 3.6.2 (2010/06/30)

  • Introducing the Celesta and Glockenspiel instruments.
  • Added a humanize option to the Strike Position slider (right click on the slider).

Version 3.6.1 (2010/05/20)

  • The Mac version now includes a 64-bit version of the standalone application and the Audio-Unit plugin.
  • The preset menu was reorganized.
  • Fixed issue with multi-channel pitch-bend messages when used for microtuning purposes (with devices such as http://www.h-pi.com/ ).
  • (2010/06/10) Fixed issue with the Pianoteq PLAY version not recalling a few settings (reverb switch etc)

Version 3.6.0 (2010/03/24)

  • New K1 Grand Piano instrument.
  • User selectable folder for user presets and add-ons.
  • The default MIDI file for the standalone version can now be changed.
  • Jack MIDI support for the Linux version.
  • Increased the filter sweep speed for the wah-wah effect.
  • Minor bugfixes and features.

Version 3.5.3 (2010/02/17)

  • Updated engine and interface for the new Clavinet add-on.
  • New "Mute" parameter in the actions panel.
  • Added a Wah-Wah effect section.
  • 29400Hz is now available as an internal sample rate in the options/perf panel (provides excellent sound quality with lower cpu usage).
  • Improved the audio load curve, and added a warning in the options/perf panel for suboptimal buffer sizes.
  • Various optimizations for netbooks, Pianoteq 3.5.3 runs smoothly on an atom N280 netbook when using an internal sample rate of 29400Hz.
  • Minor bugfixes and features.

Version 3.5.2 (2009/12/15)

  • Updated engine for the new Cimbalom add-on.
  • Minor bug-fixes.
  • (2009/12/16) Fixed a crash of the RTAS version.

Version 3.5.1 (2009/11/05)

  • Fixed VST-specific bug when loading old projects or FXB files in the VST plugin.
  • Fixed crash when loading some custom keyboard mappings.
  • Slightly improved performance of multicore-rendering on windows.
  • Minor adjustement of the damper model. KIViR.ptq also updated.

Version 3.5.0 (2009/10/28)

  • Engine upgrade, with improved resonances, for all instruments.
  • C3 and M3 pianos have been revoiced, and their soundboard replaced.
  • Small improvements on the electric pianos, a new preset R1 Bark has been introduced.
  • The KIViR historical instruments have been updated (small improvements).
  • Note Edit for DETUNE and VOLUME in Pianoteq Standard.
  • Note Edit for other parameters in PRO version.
  • Note Edit, Sound Recording, and Preset Manager window can be detached from the main interface.
  • Added a note-off velocity curve, and a sustain pedal position curve.
  • New parameters available for most instruments: (hammer) Strike Point, and Damper Position.
  • Adjustable playback speed for the standalone midi player, adjustable volume for the metronome.
  • The compare button has been replaced by an A/B button, for switching between two presets.
  • Pitch bend range extended to +- 2400 cents.
  • Direct Sound behaviour improved with respect to Unison Width and Soundboard Impedance.

Version 3.0.5 (2009/07/16)

  • Added 'Rock Piano' commercial add-on.
  • Added a few command-line options for the Linux version
  • (2009/07/21) Fixed redrawing issues on Linux
  • (2009/07/27) Fixed a small performance regression
  • (2009/08/05) Updated the windows version in order to fix an "always on top" issue of the standalone application

Version 3.0.4 (2009/06/04)

  • Fixed a crash when using pitch bend as a VST parameter.
  • Reduced the default tremolo rate for Rhody.
  • (2009/06/18) fixed cpu count detection on Linux
  • (2009/06/18) fixed plugin reset at the beginning of tracks on Logic

Version 3.0.3 (2009/05/15)

  • Native Linux (x86) version now available, with Jack and ALSA backends.
  • Added vibraphone model.
  • Auxiliary output buses available for the AudioUnit version.
  • (2009/05/18) A few fixes for the Linux version.

Version 3.0.2 (2009/04/10)

  • Minor modifications to the C3 instrument sound: more punch in fortissimo, slightly longer notes and slightly longer harp resonance.
  • Auxiliary channels available for Pro Tools.

Version 3.0.1 (2009/03/07)

  • Performance improvements for G5 cpus.
  • Fixed bug with midi mapping presets (saving / loading / etc)
  • Various small bugfixes.
  • (2009/03/20) Fixed some random "lag" issues with Logic / Garageband 5 / Pro Tools on Mac.

known issue: there is a 'mouse offset' bug with Pro Tools on Mac. When this bug occurs, a workaround is to move the mouse cursor over the bottom of Pianoteq interface.

Version 3.0.0 (2009/02/19)

  • New acoustic model
  • Mic position - up to 5 mics
  • Multi channel - up to 5 channels
  • New grand pianos C3 and M3
  • Supports electro-acoustic pianos Rhody and Wurly
  • Unlimited perspectives
  • Advanced preset and parameter managers
  • (2009/02/20) Fixed bug preventing from loading FXP presets saved with pianoteq 2

Version 2

Version 2.3.0 (2008/06/18)

  • Improved reverb
  • Various small bugfixes

Version 2.2.2 (2007/12/29)

  • Fixed an initialization bug occuring in some VST hosts when the audio device is not running at 44100 Hz
  • Improved linux compatibility (not supported) (2008/01/12)
  • Improved multi-users installation (2008/01/26)
  • Fixed an automation bug with Live (2008/03/06)

Version 2.2.1 (2007/12/20)

  • Model update for the CP-80 add-on
  • Added flat temperament
  • Fixed bug concerning export of VST parameters

Version 2.2 (2007/10/01)

  • New preset, C2 chamber, with a closer, intimate, ambiance and clarity
  • Added resonances for 'dry' notes (without sustain pedal), particularly noticeable when playing staccato chords (C2 chamber and C2 concert)
  • Improvement of space location for harp and sympathetic resonances
  • Slightly re-voiced C2 concert for better transparency
  • Some convenient keyboard shortcuts were added to the standalone version
  • (2007/10/09) fixed the vst and rtas plugins of the windows trial version

Version 2.1 (2007/07/17)

  • New preset, C2 concert, with an improvement of the piano model at fortissimo and increased dynamics
  • Improvement of the string resonance
  • Improvement of the harp resonance with partial pedalling
  • RTAS version (Mac and PC) for Pro Tools 7.3 or better
  • Pitch bend support (bug fixed on 2007/07/27)
  • Drag and drop for midi (stand-alone only) and fxp files
  • Instantiation as a mono AU or RTAS plugin (2007/08/03)
  • Fixed a crash which could happen with the gui closed (2007/08/03)

Version 2.0.1 (2007/05/05)

  • Multicore rendering (for dual-core CPUs and hyperthreaded Pentium 4, can be enabled in the 'options' menu)
  • Receptor compatibility (distributed as a single dll in a zip file)
  • Fixed parameter automation
  • Small modification in the sympathetic resonance model (some resonances were too loud) (2007/05/15)
  • Stand-alone: added 'clear menu' entry in the various recent files menus
  • Stand-alone: output channel selection for ASIO sound cards
  • Stand-alone: metronome volume now adjustable
  • Stand-alone: fixed wav export bug

Version 2.0.0 (2007/04/04)

  • New soundboard model for all presets
  • New piano preset, C2
  • Stand-alone player
  • Microtuning with Scala support
  • Key release velocity
  • Stereo width slider
  • Lid position, open/half-open/closed
  • Smooth adjustment of parameters during play

Version 1

Version 1.0.4

  • Many small bugfixes
  • Midi controllers pre-assigned to the various sliders of the interface
  • Handle program-change midi messages (VST only)

Version 1.0.3

  • Small adjustments of the default settings for the C1 presets

Version 1.0.2

  • The Universal Binary version of Pianoteq is now available
  • Minor performance enhancements were achieved for Athlon and Core CPUs
  • Fixed a bug in the fxp load/save under MacOS
  • Fixed the installer so that Pianoteq now works with MacOS 10.3.9 (Panther)

Version 1.0.1

  • Added "Load FXP" and "Save FXP" entries in the options menu, allowing AudioUnit and VST users to exchange Pianoteq presets easily
  • Fixed a bug preventing Pianoteq from loading in Logic