Bechstein represents the pinnacle of piano building in the world. The durability, impressive power, beautiful voice and exquisite design of these pianos make them really irresistible. On uprights, the number is usually stamped on the frame above the tuning pins. Bechstein has a wonderful and beautiful sound, full of warmth and intimacy. Monday, 4th may sadly, the troubled times have moved forwards, and we have had to make some fairly serious adjustments.
Bechstein pianos for sale london, uk markson pianos. Bechstein d 282 with its singing, richly coloured voice, suitable for many different music genres. In 1853 carl bechstein, having explored the secrets of french and english piano making, realizes that musicians are searching for a grand piano that will suit both robust virtuoso playing and a more delicate touch. Bechstein piano lock all that i know, at this stage, is that it is a pin blank that is needed. See more ideas about upright piano, piano for sale and piano. A powerful grand piano with a beautiful sound, made of the finest materials. Bechstein europe, pianomakers build musical masterpieces by hand. Bechstein research and development department, with exactly the same redesigned successful features possessed by concert grand pianos c 234 and d 282. A professional grand, a serene musical partner with a distinctive personality.
Bechstein, estonia, shigeru, steinway concert grandsyana reznik duration. Quantum leap pianos was developed over the course of two years and brings four industrystandard pianos. Here are some photos of an interesting bechstein piano, courtesy of david winston, proprietor of period piano in kent. This deluxe piano is cased in walnut veneer rather than polished mahogany exterior. Authorized by bechstein, the pianoteq model reproduces the outstandingly brilliant and powerful sound of the c. Bechstein recently announced a technicalcooperation agreement with the chinese piano maker hailun, and it is widely believed in the industry that major components for some bechstein andor w. Bechstein piano pricing guide suggested list prices. Bechstein instruments, however, big figures are printed on the soundboard, next to the brands logo, sometimes concealed behind the strings or dampers.
Bechstein you can also find the e model which is 280 cm long, which is also unfortunately no longer manufactured, but due to its dimensions, it can enjoy large concert halls or. The most common colours are black, rosewood, and a few walnut mainly pre 1900, with post 1920s ones more often. In addition, the vario digital system is open to thirdparty applications and supports the exchange and interaction with them in many different ways. This outstanding piece took 1800 working hours to create, over a total production time or 32 months. Bechstein is in the highestrated category of prestigious luxury pianos at and competes admirably with steinway ny.
Now, by glancing at the caliber of both brands that youre looking at, im assuming that youre looking at c. Not a single design or material decision has been made with cost in mind. Protect your piano from dust, fingerprints, bangs and bumps. These jewels formed by masters hands are the best money can buy and deliver a wealth of luxurious details. Virtually every inch of the piano is handmade to the nth degree. With our vario app we want to make digital functions which are relevant for your piano playing as easy to access as possible.
Famous pianists and composers such as liszt, debussy, godowsky, schnabel, backhaus, rubinstein and. Music, drawing, musical instruments, music download, grand piano, fortepiano, keyboard free png size. Browse our available selection, or use our filters to refine your search by size, price, location, distance from you, or color. This means that the pianos have been kept operational, and their prices high. What makes these pianos so special is the quality of design and manufacturing producing a rich tone and velvety smooth playing experience. In addition, the digital grand is also available on a ready to play usb ssd flash drive at the price of eur 349. Having read the guidelines issued by the government and phe, and for the protection of our staff and their families, we have taken the decision to close our showroom for face to face discussions. In older pianos, the serial number might be located on the inner face of the case, next to the action assembly. Bechstein grand piano covers in many fabrics and colors. The piano is coated with six kilos of silver and costs 170,000 euro. Sell my bechstein piano we purchase bechstein grand and baby grands as well as bechstein uprights. Do you want to buy a bechstein piano, at besbrode pianos we always stock a large selection of bechstein grands and uprights in our leeds showroom. Bechstein grand piano model m 143331 living pianos.
Bechstein, so you should be safe in that regard unless the piano is made before 2006, at which point the majority of the bechstein name was owned by samick, which should bring cause for concern. From my ailing memory i seem to remember that these are actually more a key operated latch than an actual lock. Carl bechstein established brand value so successfully that the effect has lasted well over a century. Bechstein is in an elite league of the worlds preeminent piano manufactures including hamburg steinway, bosendorfer, fazioli and few others. The excellence of materials, individually processed with care down to the finest detail, makes it incomparable to any lowersegment instrument.
Bechstein usa 301 upland road williamsport, pennsylvania 17701 57033781. Bechstein b 212 grand piano is a grand piano for the professional, connoisseur and ambitious player who wants the very best. It also offers you stateoftheart technology in highquality acoustic pianos, and grand pianos. Bechstein instruments are the ne plus ultra of upright and grand pianos. Bechstein pianos due to distribution reductions, we are now only in a position to offer the c. Bechstein piano prices and value upright, grand new, used. Bechstein has succeeded in resurrecting this historic treasure. Bechstein piano range, the highest is the concert 8, which is 1 cm high and is a concert instrument. This list does not include the many furniture styles and finishes. Bechstein grand piano model m for sale living pianos online piano store. Kontakt serves as a reference as regards sound quality and richness in detail. The myth of excellent piano craftsmanship that was initiated in 1853 with the foundation of the company in berlin, germany. Bechstein manufactures world class grand and upright pianos since 1853. Bechstein grand piano takes more than a year of work hours.
History of bechstein pianos and carl bechstein s personal relations with leading musicians. Due to distribution reductions, we are now only in a position to offer the c. Fabulous upright and grand pianos for beginners and professional pianists. Nb unlike all other makes, serial numbers on bechsteins are the last ones used each year. Trident studios was a british recording facility, located at 17 st annes court in londons soho district between 1968 and 1981.
Bechstein of the bechstein pianofortefabrik piano and grand piano manufacturer in seifhennersdorf, germany, 14 january 2003. Bechstein says that all bechstein pianos are manufactured in seifhennersdorf, germany, and that w. The models v b are often confused as they are the same length, the v, like all earlier grands always had a fishtail style cabinet, whereas the b built. Faust harrison pianos bechstein pianos authorized new york. We are especially keen on grands made between 1890 and 1935, and also some modern ones, upright models from 6 to 10 and modern ones. Bechstein piano factory was founded on 1 october 1853 by carl bechstein in berlin, germany carl bechstein set out to manufacture a piano able to withstand the great demands imposed on the instrument by the virtuosi of the time, such as franz liszt. It was constructed in 1967 by norman sheffield, drummer of the 1960s group the hunters, and his brother barry. Bechstein pianos authorized new york city piano dealer. Bechstein pianoforte fabrik gmbh, berlin and seifhennersdorf, germany. Bechstein piano manufacturer, is seen at the lifestyle concept store franzen in duesseldorf, germany, 22 august 2015. Bechstein is generally regarded as the premier piano of the world. Bechstein berlin logo in gilt frame dpa a piano manufacturer prepares pianos which are to be tuned in the branch shop of the c. Bechstein europe, piano makers build musical masterpieces by hand.
It presents a unique and strong tone and is recommended to pianists with advanced skills who will bring out beautiful sounds on this piano at home, if they have enough space that the piano can easily fill. Bechstein is a legendary brand thats steeped in tradition, appreciated by top pianists and driven by a passion for the piano. Prices are given only for the lowestpriced style of each model. Many technologies and even more attention to detail. Bechstein piano manufacturer, in seifhennersdorf, germany, 3 march 2003.
The former saechsische pianofortefabrik saxonian piano manufacturer was bought in 1992 by the bechstein company also a piano manufacturer from. Bechstein pianos have been famous for their brandspecific characteristics that empower players to express themselves freely. If this is missing, then there is usually one engraved into a wooden strut under the middle of the piano. Markson pianos bechstein designer artcase grand pianos. Bechstein the following 35 files are in this category, out of 35 total. Piano music should only be written for the bechstein. Although not yet comparable to a rare oneofakind violin, a good bechstein piano of prewwii vintage may be a desired musical instrument. Bechstein a124 upright piano products and services. Browse through the history of our company that is also a fascinating success story. The list is part of the original bechstein trademark logo, it can be seen under the strings in the center of a pianos soundboard. Mar 15, 2017 thierry chatelain mozart marche turque classique piano bechstein duration. Hoffmann bechstein usa 301 upland road williamsport, pennsylvania 17701 57033781. In the trade this is called the case number and us usually about 3 times less than the actual number, so for instance, we had a bechstein no.
Interestingly enough, on the market for used grand pianos by c. The bechstein company continued operations under the management of his sons. Carl bechstein set out to manufacture a piano able to withstand the great demands imposed on the instrument by the virtuosi of the time, such as franz liszt. Any such price list would only cause confusion in the marketplace. Bechstein digital grand kontakt the daw piano completely rethought. My name is jack by manfred mann was recorded at trident in march 1968, and helped launch the studios reputation. They said that the prewar logo that listed all royal clients and was on all prewar bechstein pianos, may be placed today on a custom ordered bechstein piano upon customer request. A highquality piano motivates beginners and advanced players with its good sound and subtle action assembly. If youre thinking of buying or restoring a bechstein grand piano then youre getting a piano with a fine touch, rich tone and aesthetically pleasing cabinet. Bechstein vario complements the professional, and creative possibilities of your acoustic instrument in a digital way.
Bechstein piano lengths in the 1900s i n 1902 bechstein changed the styles and lengths of all grands made, and 5 new models were introduced as listed above. Bechstein stands for outstanding quality standards in piano making. W e normally stock at least three restored bechstein grand pianos. Bechstein digital grand is available worldwide as of october 1st, 2016 as a download product for windows and macos for the price of eur 249. Bechstein digital grand will be available from today. Bechstein piano factory was founded on 1 october 1853 by carl bechstein in berlin, germany.
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