Wolfsburg: The German car manufacturer Audi, famous for its elegantly sleek and sporty design, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. For this special occasion, Audi decided to design a unique device that represents the company's commitment to stunning design. Despite the futuristic aesthetics of this piano, it clearly meets all the basic requirements of Bösendorfer Grands. The most striking feature of the Audi design is the closed bass side, which extends seamlessly all the way to the floor. It does not show an unusual corporate presence, but serves as a sound reflector towards the auditorium. What's more, the fabric-covered music desk seamlessly enhances the sound towards the pianist. The aluminum lire, roof bar and legs, the perfectly matching gray cast iron frame complete the Audi design. A fascinating interplay of form and sporty elegance.
Introducing the Bösendorfer piano:
Resonance
In principle, it is very similar to the violin, the whole body - not only the soundboard - which supports the production of sound. The actual core of the piano bar consists of a 10mm quarter saw, specially fluted by our craftsman to allow it to be bent to a silhouette around the inner edge. This is unique to Bösendorfer. When a note is played, the integrated spruce components become acoustically active and form a full resonating body that allows the entire instrument to play. The timbre and the legendary clear and brilliant sound are extremely rich. This complex construction is part of the Viennese piano tradition.
From delicate pianissimo to magnificent fortissimo
The Bösendorfer Grand shows optimal controllability. Our activity, developed in cooperation with artists and technicians, is due to our own sophisticated specification. This action is based on the transmission of the finest articulation of masterly playing.
Custom bass strings
Each bass string is made in a unique Bösendorfer style. The steel core is a base of one or two layers of copper. Carefully woven strings are an essential element of the warm and loud Bösendorfer bass
Independent Capo d'Astro
Bösendorfer is the only piano manufacturer to use a detachable and independent Capo d'Astro in the upper register. This is how we ensure the highest precision setting in the upper register, which guarantees the original Bösendorfer Sound generations: A unique sound for several generations.
Traditional sand casting
We use traditional sand casting to create our frame. Raw frames, manufactured in Austria, can rest outside the factory for 6 months. This releases all the internal stress of the forging process, which allows the frame to remain calm under 20 tons of tensile stress. Pure stability.
Open block
The highest tonal stability: Our open pinblock consists of 3 layers of 7 mm sawn maple with cross-sections glued together. Installed on a foundation of red beech, this construction provides a solid base for pegs tied together with strings. The top layer is finished with 1.5 mm walnut veneer. Our open pin block: solid foundation.
Stringing individually
Each string is secured with a handmade loop. Over time, this improves tuning stability and is particularly service-friendly.
Natural materials
The basis of each Bösendorfer Grand is spruce, which is naturally air-dried and is the ideal soundboard. The four seasons, the sun, the wind and the wide temperature differences carefully prepare this wood for its ultimate purpose: to resonate. At Bösendorfer, we use more than 80% more spruce wood in our instruments than any other manufacturer. When we add the natural drying process to our production time, it actually takes 6 years for the Bösendorfer Grand to reach you.
Custom design
The exclusive production of nearly 300 devices per year allows us to meet your unique needs. Whether you want to use precious veneers, your favorite colors or your own logo, carefully engraved by the craftsmen: Everything is possible. Bösendorfer craftsmen create a color sample before production begins and collaborate with you during the design process. After your approval, your own unique tool is ready: A tool as extraordinary as you.
"Made in Austria"
Bösendorfer Grands are not just an investment item, but a value that lasts several generations. Skilled Bösendorfer craftsmen reveal the inner color, unique color, dynamics and expression of the Bösendorfer sound. Perfectly generated. It takes the commitment of Bösendorfer craftsmen a year to build the Bösendorfer Grand. A personal touch that you feel the moment you play. Austrian quality, Viennese soul.
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