Carl Bechstein took the bold visions of the greatest Romantic composers to heart in developing his brilliant pianomaking concept in 1853. His expertise in sound and touch revolutionized the piano, which went on to become the foremost means of musical expression. C. Bechstein is a manufacturer that affords the luxury of handcrafting masterpieces—and you can hear and feel the difference. The company’s R&D department, outfitted with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by experienced master pianomakers, constantly improves the manufacturing processes. C. Bechstein grand and upright pianos are masterpieces with a unique tone profile, the legendary C. Bechstein sound. Their exceptional quality makes them secure long-term investments. This chapter reveals some of the “secrets” of C. Bechstein’s art of pianomaking.
