C. Bechstein Academy | A2

The C. Bechstein Academy A 2 piano

The smallest model of the C. Bechstein Academy line and your big introduction to C. Bechstein

The sound of our new Academy A 2 develops with full volume and the ideal balance, resulting in soft, natural sound in your home. The instrument was perfected and its sound enhanced with the utmost care to further underline the incomparable fundamental character of our C. Bechstein Academy line.The sound of our new Academy A 2 develops with full volume and the ideal balance, resulting in soft, natural sound in your home. The instrument was perfected and its sound enhanced with the utmost care to further underline the incomparable fundamental character of our C. Bechstein Academy line.

Its extensive range of sound creates scope for emotions of all sizes, from exceedingly delicate to powerful. Each and every note and nuanced touch can be produced with precision.

Experience first-hand the excitement of the latest addition to our C. Bechstein range and treat yourself to the enjoyment that a premium acoustic instrument from our manufactory can provide.

The C. Bechstein Residence R 2 Millenium upright piano, designed by Volkmar Rommel, features an impressive and unique combination of compactness and sonorous tone. You will be delighted by its rich colours and wonderful playability. The visual clarity and reduced lines are perfect for an interior that tends to favour understatement.

Simply world-class in the art of building artisan-made pianos

The C. Bechstein Residence models are simply world-class when it comes to the art of building artisan-made pianos. That’s because in each of these individual pieces, the principles of C. Bechstein grand-piano construction are integrated in many fine details.

Whether for private use by real piano connoisseurs or professional use at universities or in music studios, a piano from the Residence range will satisfy all of your demands. The subtlety in sound and playability is also rooted in the stable architecture: due to their absolute resilience, Residence pianos are truly appreciated by frequent private players and professionals alike.

Besides the beauty of the sound, Residence pianos also radiate visual beauty with the design variants Classic, Contur, Elegance, Millenium and Style. Whether classic silhouettes or elegant details, timeless shapes or modern, award-winning design, each of these pianos is unique and allows you to choose the ideal model to suit your interior.

All these features make C. Bechstein Residence upright pianos the best of their kind. You cannot fail to be enchanted by these complete works of art that represent the finest in German piano design!

*Please note that the sizes of the four models may not be available for all variations of the cabinet. Feel free to contact us to discover the available options.

The music stand of a grand piano

The uniquely practical 122 cm K-400 features a grand piano-style music stand that puts music at eye level and provides a solid surface for scores and large music books. The two-part hinged lid adds to its distinctive appeal.

Touch

Millennium III Upright Action

The Millennium III Upright's action features components made from ABS-Carbon, a composite material created by infusing carbon fiber into our famous ABS Styran. ABS-Carbon is incredibly strong and rigid, enabling the creation of lighter action parts without compromising strength. The result is a more powerful, faster action offering greater control and stability than conventional all-wood actions.

Extended Key Length

Longer keys make the game easier to play and offer a more uniform response from the front to the back of the playing surface. The benefits for the player are better control and more power with less effort.

Tone

Solid spruce conical soundboard

The soundboard is the heart of a piano. Its role is to transform the vibrations of the piano strings into a rich, resonant sound. Kawai uses only solid quarter-grain spruce for the K series soundboards. Each soundboard is strategically tapered to maximize its tonal capacity. Only those that meet or exceed our strict quality standards are selected for use in our professional upright pianos.

The hammers

Mahogany wood core and double felt hammers secured with T-shaped staples.

Mahogany hammerblocks are lightweight and extremely responsive. Found only on the finest pianos, mahogany is used for the hammer moldings on the entire range of K-Series professional upright pianos. All K-Series hammers are stapled in a T-shape to preserve their shape, and feature an additional inner layer of felt to support the creation of exceptional sound.

Weight & dimensions

• The Fridolin instruments are part of the Schimmel brand family. This ensures that you are purchasing a valuable instrument for which Schimmel vouches with its name!
• All Fridolin instruments are built by Schimmel. With over 130 years of excellence in piano manufacturing, we ensure that Fridolin pianos also offer the soul of a German piano in terms of sound and touch.
• All Fridolin instruments are designed by Schimmel. Schimmel has won numerous design awards such as the Red Dot Design Award, the Good Design Award, or nominations for the German Design Award. Fridolin instruments have a chic and elegant appearance.
• All Fridolin instruments are manufactured using processes defined by Schimmel and supervised by German artisans from Schimmel. This ensures a promise of consistent quality.
• All Fridolin instruments are made from carefully selected materials, such as German hammer felt or Rösslau strings, to guarantee you the purchase of a valuable instrument.
• All Fridolin instruments come with Schimmel's extended factory warranty to underline that you're buying a durable instrument.
• Fridolin instruments are a smart investment for which Schimmel vouches with its name.

A dream piano

The C. Bechstein Concert 8: an incomparable professional piano. C. Bechstein upright pianos have been renowned for their legendary tone, touch, and durability for over 160 years.

The C. Bechstein Concert 8 is the epitome of professional pianos and surpasses ordinary grand pianos. Its acoustic ensemble, volume, colourful tone, and precise action command the admiration of discerning music lovers who are accustomed to the touch and sound volume of grand pianos.

Nearly a grand, hand-made in Germany

The acoustic ensemble of the C. Bechstein Concert 8 professional piano is comparable to that of the grand pianos also offered in the Masterpiece class. Among the shared characteristics of the Concert 8 and its "big brothers" are refined dynamics, colourful and progressively nuanced tone, as well as optimized sound development. With its particularly singing and enduring sound, this professional piano has already captivated great musicians such as the Beatles, Sir Simon Rattle, and Simon & Garfunkel, who have made it their preferred working instrument. Don't hesitate to ask our advisors to explain the details that make this piano's exceptional quality, including the use of fine woods for its components. You can also visit the C. Bechstein production site, where you will be fascinated by witnessing the craftsmanship behind the Masterpiece class instruments, especially this "king of upright pianos."