YC5 Rock Piano: Bold Sound for Modern Music

The YC5 Rock Piano is a virtual grand piano for Pianoteq which adds a lot of bite to your pop/rock recordings, and fits beautifully in a mix with drums and electric instruments. Its characteristic bright timbre is adapted for expressive playing and suitable also for some jazz recording sessions.

Modelled from a well known Japanese grand piano frequently seen on stages, the YC5 is perfect for producers, composers, and pianists looking for a versatile and powerful piano sound.

a Pianoteq instrument pack

Get this pack with Pianoteq Stage (2 packs), Standard (3), or Pro (4).

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starting from 139.00 €

Already own Pianoteq (3.0.5 or higher)? Buy this separately as an add-on.

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for 49.00 €

  • Original 200 cm (6'7") grand piano
  • Perfect for pop, rock, blues and indie music
  • Sound generated and evolving as you play
  • Seamless dynamic response
  • 13 presets included

Listen to the YC5


YC5 Grand Piano

Pop/Jazz/Blues/Modern demos

Hear the YC5 in action in various musical styles. Whether you're playing rock, pop music, jazz, or even ragtime, this piano adapts seamlessly to your musical needs.

All audio examples were recorded with a selection of YC5 presets using their default settings, unless stated otherwise (customized). Post processing compression has been applied in several cases.


Classical demos

Like all Pianoteq instruments, the YC5 offers smooth velocity response and highly nuanced expressiveness. Discover how its bright timbre can also be elegant and shine effortlessly in classical pieces.

Regular updates for enhanced realism

Since its inception, the YC5 has undergone several updates, including refined attack and soundboard modelling, to create an even more immersive playing experience.