The Model 225 is a an ideal choice for pianists, teachers and musicians for professional concert venues, recordings and performances.
It has the singing tone, great balance and sensitivity required for any music style.
It has the singing tone, great balance and sensitivity required for any music style.
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| Description | This piano model possesses the power and sensitivity required for serious professional performances and concert halls of any musical genre. | The world's most advanced piano !Each Shigeru EX Concert piano is conceived as the next step in the evolutionary art of the piano. Fewer than twenty of these works of great art are produced worldwide each year. With its superb sound and wonderfully responsive keys, the EX is a rare treasure that raises the bar of possibility. Brochure | Resplendent sound!The GX-5 is an artist's "grand piano for all seasons". With its resplendent sound and superb power, it adapts to an exceptional variety of instrumental and stage requirements. Brochure | Unparalleled heritage !The SK-6 is an instrument of profound beauty and character that will amaze the eyes and enchant the ears of its listeners. Brochure | Finest nuances, outstanding action, wonderfully coloured voice. A breath-taking parlour grand. catalog | This masterful grand piano is a benchmark!Noble voice and professional touch. The standard for pros and your own music room.catalog |
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The Model 225 is a an ideal choice for pianists, teachers and musicians for professional concert venues, recordings and performances.It has the singing tone, great balance and sensitivity required for any music style. | UNPARALLELED HERITAGE. Shigeru Kawai's dream, passion and honor. http://pianovertu.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/shigerukawai.movGRAND CONCERTThe Shigeru Kawai SK-EX concert grand is the pinnacle of the Shigeru Kawai range. Fewer than 20 are made by hand each year, making the SK-EX as remarkable for its rarity as for its sound. Extraordinary tone, incredible range and breathtaking response are the hallmarks of the SK-EX - an unrivalled concert grand piano. The largest of Shigeru Kawai pianos is worthy of any concert hall and is as dazzling to the eyes as it is to the ears. The unmatched sound, touch, and consistency of the concert grand piano are the result of exquisite materials and craftsmanship used in its construction. 
KIGARASHI SOUNDBOARD (KE-GAH-RAH'-SHE)The conical soundboard of a Shigeru Kawai piano is exclusively crafted from the finest spruce wood, which has been dried using the traditional Kigarashi process. A material can only achieve its natural balance through a long period of air drying. This meticulously executed, lengthy process forms the foundation that gives Shigeru Kawai grand pianos their unique and full sound.KONSEI KATAGI BELT (KON'-SAY KAH-TAH'-GE)The exclusive Konsei Katagi rim leverages different hardwoods to achieve the ideal sonic balance. For the inner rim, finely porous hardwoods are used to provide superior brilliance and projection of the high-frequency range of the sound spectrum. These are layered with wider-pore hardwoods that offer warmth and fullness to the sound. The synergy of structurally divergent hardwoods produces a powerful and pleasingly rounded sound, which is the hallmark of Shigeru Kawai grand pianos. 
THE MILLENNIUM III ACTIONOur Millennium III action utilizes extremely lightweight and rigid carbon ABS components to deliver faster repetition and more power with less effort. Microscopic surface textures on the action parts provide unique response and control. SOLID STRETCHER OVER-LAP INTEGRATED DESIGNThe Solid Stretcher Over-Lap Integrated Design (SOLID) creates an exceptionally rigid foundation to support the immense string tension. With SOLID design, the soundboard is manually fit to the rim. The soundboard and rim are then integrated into a single unit and securely fastened to the rim. The final harmonic structure possesses exceptional strength and rigidity, allowing for stable tuning and powerful sound. 
THE SHIKO SEION HAMMERSShiko Seion hammers take their name from the Japanese words for "ultimate expression". They are created exclusively and proudly by our master piano craftsmen. Without the use of heat or artificial hardeners, each hammer is hand-pressed and tuned to produce a melodious, well-balanced tone. 
EXTENDED KEYSThe overall size of the keys is extended to facilitate nuanced control across the entire playing surface. The key buttons also have an enlarged section to ensure increased resistance and power transmission. CONCERT CAPSTANThe use of hardwood maple key buttons adds stiffness to the keysticks for improved energy transfer. The redesigned key buttons on the Shigeru Concert Series instruments have been doubled in length to provide exceptional energy transfer and optimum power. TEMAKI BASS STRINGSIn Japanese, the term "temaki" means "hand-rolled." During the slow temaki process, the master craftsman patiently hand-spins each bass string for absolute precision and tension, ensuring rich character and superb depth of sound. 
SPRUCE STRUTSSpruce is known for its unique ability to conduct and preserve sound energy. However, it is generally considered too valuable and costly to be used as a structural material. In Shigeru Kawai pianos, all interior struts are made entirely of the finest spruce. CONCERT BRIDGESIdentical to those used on our renowned SK-EX concert grand piano, Shigeru Kawai concert bridges are individually made from brass bars to ensure optimal precision and strength. This results in a clear, powerful, and impressive tone. DOUBLE PIVOT DAMPEREvery feature of a Shigeru Kawai piano demonstrates the meticulous attention given to the needs and demands of professional pianists. The double pivot damper mechanism, originally developed for the Shigeru Kawai EX concert piano, is the only one that allows smooth and precise control of half-pedaling for delicate tonal expression. 
EXQUISITE CRAFTMANSHIP. The passion for excellence lies deep in the heart of every Shigeru craftsman.
UNRIVALED PROGRESS. True creativity can never stop striving. It must continually progress and evolve. THE EXPERT'S CHOICEPIANOS MADE TO PERFECTION."I really enjoy playing on these Shigeru pianos" - Alexandre Kantorow, Concert Pianist "I own a Shigeru Kawai piano at my house, which I selected because of its sound qualities and flexible action. The instrument is for me a reliable partner and it is always a new pleasure for me to play at home on a piano of such excellent quality!" - Mikhail Pletnev, Concert Pianist "I think SHIGERU KAWAI is the ideal piano nowadays to perform the music of Frederic Chopin. SHIGERU KAWAI brings with it some memories of the old Pleyels that Chopin himself used for his unforgettable music." Alexander Gadjiev, Concert Pianist "With its immaculate control and captivating sound, it is a true joy to play on a SHIGERU KAWAI." JJ Jun Li Bui, Concert Pianist Sophia Liu on the SK-EX. The SK-EX at the Orford Festival. Martha Argerich on the SK-EX. Previous Next | THE GX-5The GX-5 is an artist's "grand piano for all seasons". With its resplendent sound and superb power, it adapts to an exceptional variety of instrumental and stage requirements. The new standard in grand piano design surpasses the imagination. Combining state-of-the-art technology with traditional craftsmanship. Application of knowledge and experience handed down from generation to generation. Embodiment of the "made in Japan" piano philosophy. Lightness of touch usually reserved for the largest pianos. Rich, vivid and expressive tone to inspire creative passion. A new era of grand piano performance has arrived. A JOYFUL TOUCH TO AWAKEN THE IMAGINATION.The new GX series of grand pianos aims to reproduce the delicate control of a concert grand piano, offering a level of refinement that few pianists have had the opportunity to try. In order to achieve this bold objective, the length of the keys has been significantly increased to increase the distance of the balance point of each key, offering a more balanced weight from front to back, and allowing more precise and expressive playing at the back of the keyboard to unleash the pianist's imagination. What's more, the GX series' advanced Millennium III action incorporates high-tech materials such as ABS resin alloy with carbon fiber to sublimate everyone's playing experience. Carbon-ABS compound is both highly rigid and very light: these characteristics make it one of the most widely used materials in the aerospace industry as a superior alternative to wood. Thanks to these carbon-ABS parts, the GX series mechanics are more resistant and less prone to loss of performance over time, while offering superior response and control. This evolution in touch can be felt by the pianist every time he or she presses a key, from the first to the last note played.A CAPTIVATING PURITY OF SOUND THAT MESMERIZES THE ROOM.To create the characteristic sound of Kawai pianos, numerous woods are meticulously analyzed for their qualities and character, before the best are selected for each specific use. The soundboard is certainly the part with the greatest influence on the piano's individual tonal elements. Therefore, only woods complying with the most rigorous gravity and propagation velocity standards are carefully selected by experienced craftsmen to deliver deep, rich basses and brilliant, colorful, long-lasting highs. In addition to the soundboard, bridges and bars, the finest materials for the inner frame are meticulously selected, combining the unique properties of different hardwoods to create a hybrid layered piano. This enables a vast palette of sounds and even greater expressive power. To produce a richer, more immersive sound, the overall rigidity of the GX instrument body has been improved. The thickness of the top beam, which attaches to the outer frame, has been increased, enabling the pegboxes to withstand a tensile load of around 20 tons. The improved timbre of each note accentuates the three-dimensional feel of the sound. In addition, the increased rigidity of the piano's carbon steel pegs enhances the instrument's tuning stability to meet the demands of the pianist.SILENT AND POWERFUL, STRONG YET DELICATE, THE GX SERIES OFFERS A UNIQUE AND UNPARALLELED SONIC EXPRESSION.To reproduce the artist's infinite palette of emotions, the GX series uses top-quality grand piano hammers. These hammers are constructed from a type of wood with excellent acoustic characteristics, and the hammer felt is made from quality New Zealand long-haired wool. These felted hammers have a soft, delicate surface, but are strong and rigid on the inside. During pianissimo passages, the strings are struck by the delicate felt of the hammers to produce a soft, light tone, while fortissimo passages use the stiffer, harder felt part of the hammer to produce a heavier, more powerful sound. In addition, all hammers are under-felted to improve their strength. These steps enable experienced piano technicians to make the most subtle voicing adjustments to maximize the instrument's exquisite sound potential. It offers a wide variety of timbres, from pianissimo to fortissimo, and a wide range of musical expression. The instrument's duplex scale system provides harmonics in the mid and high ranges, adding depth and breadth to the overall sound. And to ensure optimum control of the keyboard surface, that magical point where pianist and piano become one, all black and white keys are covered with a premium Neotex coating. This unique material has moisture-absorbing characteristics that enhance touch control and prevent errors, inspiring a reassuring sense of satisfaction in the pianist.A LIFETIME OF JOY IN A GRAND PIANOPreserving the precious design of a grand piano while defining a new elegance: this is the design concept of the GX series. With its gentle curves and large console, the instrument's look respects the traditional characteristics and captivating form of a grand piano. Increasing the thickness of the top bar reinforces the instrument's overall structural rigidity, but also accentuates the singularity of this aesthetic, sublimated by the highly distinguished Kawai black color and the silky finish that gives the piano body its luxurious appearance of polished ebony. The beauty of the GX series becomes even more apparent when you open the lid of the instrument: the bewitching brilliance of the gilded frame, the delicate woodwork, the marks of quality all along the inner frame, the chic elegance of the warm black felt, the reassuring aspect of manual craftsmanship, and the presence of the Kawai logo. These are the characteristics that embody the spirit of the grand piano. Last but not least, GX series instruments feature useful mechanisms such as the multi-angle lid or Kawai's original "Soft Fall" system, which automatically folds the lid down smoothly, protecting the instrument maker's hands from lid accidents. | http://pianovertu.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/shigerukawai.movORCHESTRA GRANDThe sight and sound of the SK-6 will captivate any audience, wherever you perform. Whether in a large auditorium or your own personal studio, the style, timbre and voice of the SK-6 Orchestra Grand are perfect for any occasion. The Shigeru Kawai SK-6, an instrument of profound beauty, sits proudly in the middle of the Shigeru Kawai range, and boasts stability, consistent touch and a rich, well-balanced tone that is the envy of the best pianos in its class.
KIGARASHI SOUNDBOARD (KE-GAH-RAH'-SHE)The conical soundboard of a Shigeru Kawai piano is exclusively crafted from the finest spruce wood, which has been dried using the traditional Kigarashi process. A material can only achieve its natural balance through a long period of air drying. This meticulously executed, lengthy process forms the foundation that gives Shigeru Kawai grand pianos their unique and full sound.KONSEI KATAGI BELT (KON'-SAY KAH-TAH'-GE)The exclusive Konsei Katagi rim leverages different hardwoods to achieve the ideal sonic balance. For the inner rim, finely porous hardwoods are used to provide superior brilliance and projection of the high-frequency range of the sound spectrum. These are layered with wider-pore hardwoods that offer warmth and fullness to the sound. The synergy of structurally divergent hardwoods produces a powerful and pleasingly rounded sound, which is the hallmark of Shigeru Kawai grand pianos.
THE MILLENNIUM III ACTIONOur Millennium III action utilizes extremely lightweight and rigid carbon ABS components to deliver faster repetition and more power with less effort. Microscopic surface textures on the action parts provide unique response and control. SOLID STRETCHER OVER-LAP INTEGRATED DESIGNThe Solid Stretcher Over-Lap Integrated Design (SOLID) creates an exceptionally rigid foundation to support the immense string tension. With SOLID design, the soundboard is manually fit to the rim. The soundboard and rim are then integrated into a single unit and securely fastened to the rim. The final harmonic structure possesses exceptional strength and rigidity, allowing for stable tuning and powerful sound.
THE SHIKO SEION HAMMERSShiko Seion hammers take their name from the Japanese words for "ultimate expression". They are created exclusively and proudly by our master piano craftsmen. Without the use of heat or artificial hardeners, each hammer is hand-pressed and tuned to produce a melodious, well-balanced tone.
EXTENDED KEYSThe overall size of the keys is extended to facilitate nuanced control across the entire playing surface. The key buttons also have an enlarged section to ensure increased resistance and power transmission. CONCERT CAPSTANThe use of hardwood maple key buttons adds stiffness to the keysticks for improved energy transfer. The redesigned key buttons on the Shigeru Concert Series instruments have been doubled in length to provide exceptional energy transfer and optimum power. TEMAKI BASS STRINGSIn Japanese, the term "temaki" means "hand-rolled." During the slow temaki process, the master craftsman patiently hand-spins each bass string for absolute precision and tension, ensuring rich character and superb depth of sound.
SPRUCE STRUTSSpruce is known for its unique ability to conduct and preserve sound energy. However, it is generally considered too valuable and costly to be used as a structural material. In Shigeru Kawai pianos, all interior struts are made entirely of the finest spruce. CONCERT BRIDGESIdentical to those used on our renowned SK-EX concert grand piano, Shigeru Kawai concert bridges are individually made from brass bars to ensure optimal precision and strength. This results in a clear, powerful, and impressive tone. DOUBLE PIVOT DAMPEREvery feature of a Shigeru Kawai piano demonstrates the meticulous attention given to the needs and demands of professional pianists. The double pivot damper mechanism, originally developed for the Shigeru Kawai EX concert piano, is the only one that allows smooth and precise control of half-pedaling for delicate tonal expression. BOXWOOD BRIDGE CAPS
Boxwood is an extremely sturdy wood that is particularly effective in transferring higher frequency sound waves from the bridge to the soundboard. Boxwood bridge caps provide a projection of the treble range that complements the powerful bass of grand pianos.
EXQUISITE CRAFTMANSHIP. The passion for excellence lies deep in the heart of every Shigeru craftsman.
UNRIVALED PROGRESS. True creativity can never stop striving. It must continually progress and evolve. Weight & dimensions
THE EXPERT'S CHOICEPIANOS MADE TO PERFECTION."I really enjoy playing on these Shigeru pianos" - Alexandre Kantorow, Concert Pianist "I own a Shigeru Kawai piano at my house, which I selected because of its sound qualities and flexible action. The instrument is for me a reliable partner and it is always a new pleasure for me to play at home on a piano of such excellent quality!" - Mikhail Pletnev, Concert Pianist "I think SHIGERU KAWAI is the ideal piano nowadays to perform the music of Frederic Chopin. SHIGERU KAWAI brings with it some memories of the old Pleyels that Chopin himself used for his unforgettable music." Alexander Gadjiev, Concert Pianist "With its immaculate control and captivating sound, it is a true joy to play on a SHIGERU KAWAI." JJ Jun Li Bui, Concert Pianist Sophia Liu on the SK-EX. The SK-EX at the Orford Festival. Martha Argerich on the SK-EX. Previous Next | High-end piano hand-made in GermanyAn instrument with a marvelous singing voice made for professionals and advanced piano players. A mid-sized yet very powerful parlour 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 colours, singing treble, powerful bass and perfect register transitions make the C. Bechstein A 192 irresistible. The C. Bechstein A 192 model is a versatile parlour 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 half-tail as precious as a jewelThe mid-sized C. Bechstein A 192 parlour 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. 
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A parlour grand piano for connoisseursHand-made in Germany! The engineers in the C. Bechstein R&D department developed the exceptional B 212 parlour grand piano in close dialog with numerous pianists and conservatory teachers. Many features of this wonderful instrument are similar to those of the C. Bechstein C 234 and D 282 concert grands. The C. Bechstein B 212 parlour grand piano generates unrestricted playing pleasure and is the ideal everyday companion of pros and advanced amateurs in search of the very best. This parlour grand piano suitable for recitals is frequently found in conservatories and private music rooms. 
Manufacturing secretsThe manufacturing processes of the C. Bechstein B 212 parlor grand piano include secrets gathered by the brand’s piano-makers since 1853, as well as the latest discoveries of the C. Bechstein R&D department. Perfect mastering of the tensions within the acoustic assembly imbues each instrument with its own distinctive personality. The soundboard of a grand piano in the C. Bechstein A C. Bechstein Masterpieces have soundboards that reacts like a vibrating acoustic membrane and transforms the tones into long-lasting pleasures that unfold like blossoms. Moreover, the cast iron frame was redesigned to optimize both the sound duration and the acoustic energy. A windchest composed of nine layers of high-quality wood enables particularly fine tuning and ensures optimum tuning stability. At the C. Bechstein production site in Germany, a high level of vertical integration ensures the highest possible quality for all parts, including the hammer heads. This is why the mechanics of the C. Bechstein half-tail are so precise and professional. Bechstein B 212. This piano will win you over with its noble, transparent voice, rich in nuances, and its wonderfully cultivated touch. C. Bechstein B 212: a masterpiece made for you. https://pianovertu.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/bechstein-piano-video-1.mp4Dimensions and weights
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