Modartt
Pianoteq 9
Physically modeled virtual piano instrument, vivid, expressive, and highly customizable.
VST3supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXsupported+ iOS
Checked September 2026
Pianoteq 9 vs XLN Audio Addictive Keys (2026)
Pianoteq 9 is best for realistic, lightweight physically modeled piano sound instead of sample libraries; XLN Audio Addictive Keys is best for quick, great-sounding piano and keys. Pianoteq 9 starts at an unpublished price and XLN Audio Addictive Keys at an unpublished price.
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Four keyboard instruments: Studio Grand, Modern Upright, Electric Grand and Mark One.
VST3not supportedAUsupportedAAXsupportedCLAPnot supportedWINsupportedMACsupportedLNXnot supported
| Pianoteq 9 | XLN Audio Addictive Keys | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | realistic, lightweight physically modeled piano sound instead of sample libraries | quick, great-sounding piano and keys |
| Starting price | Not public | Not public |
| Free version | Yes | No |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Formats | Standalone, VST3, AU, AAX | VST, 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 | Studio Grand, Modern Upright, Electric Grand (CP-80 inspired), Mark One, ExploreMaps preset navigation, Standalone included |
| Developer | Modartt | XLN Audio |
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Pianoteq 9 starts at a price not published online; XLN Audio Addictive Keys starts at a price not published online.
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.
Studio Grand, Modern Upright, Electric Grand (CP-80 inspired), Mark One, ExploreMaps preset navigation, Standalone included.