Steinway D : strange vibration with D5

[redlab]

Hi,

I'm in the process of trying pianos a few libraries before making my choice. A this point, I've just realized there's a buzz with the D5 key with Steinway (the harder you hit the more you hear it). I didn't hear it with Yamaha . Is it something accidental on my installation or do you have the same issue ? This kind of noise is really a blocker.

[ColdZero]

I noticed it too. It amazes me that a VST that costs this much has that little buzzy bell-like sound on that key. It is also present on D#5 and onwards and disappears around C6. Very distracting. I might have to return it and get my money back.

[andi]

Hi redlab and ColdZero!

What you hear is an overtone. If it bothers you, you can filter it out with the EQ under Edit:
D5: ~2350 Hz (Q10)
D#5: ~2490 Hz (Q10)

Best regards,
Andi

[David B.]

The colorful overtones are considered one of the charms of the Steinway concert grand. If you guys are looking for a very clean sound with strong fundementals then you should try the Fazioli F308. It's my favorite.

God Bless,

David

[ColdZero]

@andi said:

Hi redlab and ColdZero!

What you hear is an overtone. If it bothers you, you can filter it out with the EQ under Edit:
D5: ~2350 Hz (Q10)
D#5: ~2490 Hz (Q10)

Best regards,
Andi

I've returned it. Maybe one day I'll buy it again and try to EQ it out. And what David said about being a charm of the Steinway, I really don't believe that. It literally sounded like a tambourine being played in the background. I bought the Bosie Imperial and I am really enjoying that. Thank you for the help though.

[David B.]

@ColdZero said:
I bought the Bosie Imperial and I am really enjoying that.

The Bosendorfer Imperial is my second favorite Synchron Piano to play. It's so warm and rich.

God Bless,

David