Classical Guitar for Pianoteq
The Classical Guitar for Pianoteq captures the rich, resonant tone of nylon-based classical guitars. Modelled after a blend of three instruments, this expressive virtual guitar is perfect for all kinds of music, from Paco de Lucia to Tom Jobim and Roland Diens.
Great care has been taken in order to add a myriad of essential vivid extra sounds, such as finger picking and subtle fret noises, mimicking the interaction between the musician and the instrument.
The expansive repertoire of the classical guitar spans transcriptions of baroque, classical, and modern works, as well as original compositions in a variety of styles.
a Pianoteq instrument pack
Get this pack with Pianoteq Stage (2 packs), Standard (3), or Pro (4).
Buy Pianoteqstarting from 139.00 €
- Classical Guitar with nylon and metal strings
- Supports palm mute, slides, harmonics, and more
- Adjustable finger and fret noises for enhanced realism
- Sound generated and evolving as you play
- 18 presets included with unique voicing and effects
Listen to the Classical Guitar for Pianoteq
Classical demos
This virtual guitar sounds especially lovely in classical music thanks to the inclusion of sympathetic resonances. Hear the Classical Guitar for Pianoteq in these demos of classical and early latin music.
All audio examples were rendered directly from the presets in Pianoteq with minor adjustments, unless stated otherwise.
Flamenco and Latin demos
Enjoy the realistic sound of Pianoteq in these dramatic pieces influenced by musical styles from Spain and Latin America.
Contemporary music demos
Discover how the Classical Guitar shines in these modern compositions, be it for a sweet folk song or an energetic blues.
Specialized interface and varied sonorities
A new interface panel was specifically designed for the guitar in Pianoteq, to give you access to the gestures of a real guitarist—palm mutes, harmonics, rasgueado, and more. It helps you grasp the intricate behavior of the guitar, even when played on a keyboard.
Multiple recording configurations are included in this pack: in addition to several superb classical guitar presets, you will find a 12-string guitar, a clean jazz tone, and even a distorted electric guitar, empowering you to push the boundaries of your creativity.
Authentic sound with every detail
Powered by Pianoteq’s advanced physical modelling, this virtual guitar introduces a unique layer of realism through the simulation of sympathetic resonance. By emulating the subtle interactions between vibrating strings and open strings, the model captures the harmonic richness and complexity that define the classical guitar.
An array of essential sounds—like finger-picking and other natural playing noises and buzz—have been carefully integrated to faithfully recreate the tactile nuances of the guitar.
© Marianne Barthélémy
The Poetry of guitar tone
The Classical Guitar for Pianoteq is modelled from three high-quality guitars, among which the C9 guitar from the luthier Jean-Marie Fouilleul.
Guitar sound is a language, defined by words, grammar, etc., and a language should be precise and rich at the same time to convey a poetic or philosophic thought, or a casual conversation! I seek to make delicate and coherent instruments and I think that the starting point of this, is a rich tone, dynamics, and balance.
—J-M Fouilleul.
