A gilded art-case piano was delivered to Buckingham Palace, followed by several more Bechstein pianos to Windsor Castle and other royal residences. In 1881, Bechstein began supplying pianos to Queen Victoria. By that time three piano makers, all of which were founded in 1853, became established as the industry leaders across the world: Bechstein, Blüthner and Steinway & Sons. īy 1870, with endorsements from Franz Liszt and Hans von Bülow, Bechstein pianos had become a staple in many concert halls and private mansions. In 1857, Hans von Bülow (Liszt's son-in-law) gave the first public performance on a Bechstein grand piano by performing Liszt's Piano Sonata in B minor in Berlin. Ĭarl 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. Bechstein piano factory was founded on 1 October 1853 by Carl Bechstein in Berlin, Germany. His first pianos were made for other companies. Bring some sheet music and take your time to choose a piano that is perfect for you.Young Carl Bechstein studied and worked in France and England as a piano craftsman, before he became an independent piano maker. Piano Dimensions - Height: 116.5cm / Width:145.5cm / Depth: 56cmįree piano delivery ground floor UK including London.Ĭome in and play this or any of the other pianos in our complete piano range, we have pianos for all budgets and playing standards. Free delivery ground floor UK and discount delivery worldwide.Hoffmann pianos are always beautifully toned, have superb volume balance between the registers, and have actions that offer faultless repetition, accuracy, and sensitivity. The pianos are handmade in Germany, and made by the finest artisans using the finest materials - resulting in pianos of the highest standards in all aspects of the instrument. Hoffmann pianos are always high on the list when considering the worlds finest piano makers. Hoffmann Model 117 upright piano is a used piano. It also uses a Renner action for a smoother touch. The piano is finished in a beautiful mahogany cabinet and is handmade in Germany by experienced artisans. The tonal registers are distinct and sublime, the bass is deep and resonant, the middle meets this with clarity and durability, and the trebel tops this off with distinction and resiliance. It is powerful, yet can be played delicately, the touch is responsive, accurate, and immediate. Hoffmann Model 117 upright piano in mahogany will satisfy the most discerning of pianists. Hoffmann Model 117 upright piano in mahogany cabinet is one of the best upright pianos ever produced, due to its quality of sound and performance capabilities. Safe, Insured, FREE Ground Floor Delivery.
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