Modartt
Pianoteq 9
Physically modeled virtual piano instrument, vivid, expressive, and highly customizable.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXsupported+ iOS
Checked September 2026
Pianoteq 9 vs Toontrack EZkeys 2 (2026)
Pianoteq 9 is best for realistic, lightweight physically modeled piano sound instead of sample libraries; Toontrack EZkeys 2 is best for songwriting and chord progressions. Pianoteq 9 starts at an unpublished price and Toontrack EZkeys 2 at €179 one-time.
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Songwriting piano with Bandmate, chord suggestion and a Fazioli grand.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
| Pianoteq 9 | Toontrack EZkeys 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | realistic, lightweight physically modeled piano sound instead of sample libraries | songwriting and chord progressions |
| Starting price | Not public | €179 one-time |
| Free version | Yes | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Formats | Standalone, VST3, AU, AAX | VST3, AU, AAX |
| OS | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS | Windows, macOS |
| Key features | Real-time physical modelling synthesis (no samples), Modelled sympathetic resonances, Up to 8 simultaneous microphone placements, Per-note editing (PRO edition), Under 50MB install size | Bandmate groove generator, Suggest Chords, Grid editor, 1,350+ MIDI files, Songwriting scales, Multi-sampled Fazioli grand |
| Developer | Modartt | Toontrack |
Questions people ask
Pianoteq 9 starts at a price not published online; Toontrack EZkeys 2 starts at €179 one-time.
Real-time physical modelling synthesis (no samples), Modelled sympathetic resonances, Up to 8 simultaneous microphone placements, Per-note editing (PRO edition), Under 50MB install size.
Bandmate groove generator, Suggest Chords, Grid editor, 1,350+ MIDI files, Songwriting scales, Multi-sampled Fazioli grand.