Most entry and mid-level digital pianos are hampered by the same design limitations that have been around since their inception in the 1980's. Each key triggers up to 3 or 4 different pre-recorded piano samples (digitally recorded clips), which may be fine for music that doesn't require a lot of dynamic flexibility, but almost impossible to use for classical repertoire or any other kind of music calling for expressive nuances in color, tone, and dynamics.

In this video, Hugh Sung explains how the Pianoteq program represents the next evolution in digital piano technology. Instead of relying on pre-recorded samples, Pianoteq actually generates the physics of the piano's hammer and string actions in real time. With this approach, rather than being limited to 3 or 4 levels of sound, Pianoteq can take full advantage of the entire 127 step range of the MIDI velocity scale and deliver an incredible range of expressiveness previously unheard of in digital pianos.

Pianoteq is available for download for Mac, PC, and Linux computers, and can be connected to any MIDI-capable keyboard with a MIDI/USB cable or a digital audio interface.