C.Bechstein Concert Grand Piano A192

Concert A 192 (M/P 192) (6'4", 192cm) C.Bechstein Concert Finest nuances, outstanding action, wonderfully colored voice. A breath-taking parlor grand. High-end piano hand-made in Germany An instrument with a marvelous singing voice made for professionals and advanced piano players. A mid-sized yet very powerful parlor grand piano, the C. Bechstein Concert A 192 model is made to meet the requirements of music conservatories and demanding piano players. A professional action and a lyrical voice with wonderful colors, singing treble, powerful bass and perfect register transitions make the C. Bechstein A 192 irresistible. The C. Bechstein A 192 model is a versatile parlor grand piano that boasts all the manufacturing details typical of a concert grand. Although this model meets the requirements of recording studios and music conservatories, its convenient dimensions and sound volume make it just as suitable for playing at home. A jewel of a parlor grand piano The mid-sized C. Bechstein A 192 parlor grand piano is ideal for finishes in noble veneers or marquetry that make it a feast for the eyes. Don’t hesitate to ask your dealer for veneer samples and special finishes. Like all C. Bechstein grand pianos, the durability of the A 192 model is world-renowned and stems from manufacturing processes that involve a wealth of craftsmanship and last for several years. Rest assured that your children and grandchildren will love your A 192 as much you will. Its membrane-soundboard-system, for example, retains its excellent tension and vibration characteristics for decades. Ask your dealer for an in-depth presentation of the system developed by C. Bechstein for managing the sound and energy cycle of the soundboards hand-made in Germany.   Fabulous masterpieces for the highest demands, the ideal sound of many pianists worldwide. The perfect action renders every nuance. Unsurpassed excellence. Specifications WORK HOURS15 months, 420 – 500 hours (depending on model) OVERALL CHARACTERConcert instruments with perfect voice and touch that offer maximum sound volume and freedom of interpretation. SOUNDBOARD (WOOD)Mountain spruce grown slowly at elevations of 1,000 meters and higher in Val di Fiemme, Dolomites (similar to the tonewood used by Antonio Stradivari). SOUNDBOARD (DESIGN)Each soundboard is formed as a membrane with its projection surface adjusted to the instrument’s specific acoustic assembly, just like in violin-making. ACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY (MATERIALS)Finest spruce, mahogany, pine and sycamore maple. CAST-IRON FRAMEThe special composition of the cast iron and the particular form of the frame dampen its vibrations, boost the string energy and improve the transmission speed.The extremely smooth frame surface and the optimized arrangement of all sound-amplifying elements guarantee harmonic partials with the highest possible frequencies. RESONATOR SYSTEMThe B, C and D models are provided with an adjustable cast-iron resonator that optimizes both the timbre and the radiating force of the treble strings. AGRAFFES / CAPO BARAgraffes ensure a precise positioning of the bass and middle section strings. The treble strings rest on a capo bar that is part of the cast-iron frame. C. BECHSTEIN BRIDGE CALIBRATION SYSTEM (BCS)The bridges are made of high-quality vertically aligned sycamore maple layers using state-of-the-art CNC technology. Precision down to a hundredth of a millimeter guarantees perfect transmission of sound and frequencies to the soundboard. WOOD JOINTSReinforced wood-dovetail joints between rim-posts and the inner rim. PINBLOCK (MATERIAL)Superior quality picn-block with only a few crossed North-American hard-maple layers. Cast-iron frame without dowels, a traditional and high-quality process direct torque for concert pianos. KEYBOARDDurable, resilient keyboard with a lever ratio that is ideal for concert performances.Black keys covered with ebony wooden tops. White keys: high-quality mineral key-tops available as an option. Keyboard designed by the C. Bechstein R&D department. ACTION ASSEMBLYPrecise and highly complex professional action made up of 2,000 parts specifically calibrated to concert standards. Designed in accordance to C. Bechstein’s Keyboard and Action Engineering and Concert-stage, Geometry standards for performers. ACTION ASSEMBLY (HAMMERHEADS)The hammerheads made by C. Bechstein Germany deliver the best dynamics and finest nuances for concert standards. ACTION ASSEMBLY (DESIGN) C. BECHSTEIN – FRICTION CONTROL SYSTEM (FCS)Optimum weight and friction coefficients achieved by using the latest design technology.Optimum repetition speed thanks to the use of highest quality materials, ultra-precise calibration of each action and the accurate assembly of the various parts. C. BECHSTEIN DYNAMIC TOUCH BALANCING (DTB)Ultra-precise touch-weight distribution of the masses and spring force for each individual tone. C. BECHSTEIN INDIVIDUAL VOICINGOptimal individual voicing by Concert Master Piano Makers gives the musician additional aspects of quality. CASE / FINISHCabinets manufactured at the C. Bechstein production sites from some twenty top-quality parts.Elegant finish in every detail where a highly professional technique is used in applying high-gloss lacquer, followed by a longer drying process. Then, with numerous applications of hand-crafted sanding, from rough to very smooth, with different grains of abrasive material, the cabinet finish receives a texture close to the smoothenss of skin. With a number of polishing steps employing different waxes and polishing materials, a superior high gloss finish is finally achieved. Concert A 192 (M/P 192) Dimensions D 6'4'' / 192 cm ×  W 60.2'' / 153 cm   Weight   772 lbs / 350 kg