This model represents a number of acoustic phenomena and is controlled by parameters. So, the (partial) set of samples is used as the input to a mathematical model. They can even create an instrument that is not derived from samples at all if they wish. So, the modelled instrument is not constrained by the set of samples like a sample-based VSTi is.
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The model does not need to have a full set of samples (all pitches, multiple velocities, etc.) as it can derive sound from an incomplete sample set. Pianoteq could actually take the samples from any VSTi out there as starting point. The remaining instruments, including the endorsed pianos, likely used the same approach. This is how all the instruments on the KiVir project that Pianoteq supports were recreated ( ). Basically, pianoteq start with samples from an acoustic instrument and use them as input to their model. Pianoteq does not use samples directly but most of their instruments are indirectly derived from samples. This is probably explains why every time a new model is released, they learn something new and are able to fine-tune some of the other models. My understanding is that Pianoteq does not use samples but they do sample pianos as a reference point to fine-tune the parameters of the models. Pianoteq doesn't use samples, right? It's just a different set of parameters passed to their mathematical model? When using external reverb impulses, Pianoteq will store (if possible) the path of the WAV file relative to the Pianoteq presets folder, or to the user home folder.
The tempo / time signature of the metronome is now embedded in midi files recorded with Pianoteq. The metronome tic toc sound has been slightly changed. SysEx messages are now kept in midi files when saving (instead of being removed). When navigating in the MIDI sequence, Pianoteq will restore the position of the pedals. The VST3 plugin is now able to take into account the "tuning" parameter of VST3 note events (useful for users of alternative tunings in Dorico). Revoicing of grand pianos Steinway D, Steinway B and K2.
Would love to see how that is affecting the long term plans for Pianoteq. Interesting to see they are still learning things from creating new models. Steinway D, B and K2 models were revoiced in PTQ 6.4.