C. Bechstein pianos have been in production from 1860 to this present day. A famous event for the company was in October of 1860, when the world renowned composer Franz Liszt purchased his first Bechstein and subsequently raved about its’ qualities. At a length of 178cm or 5’10”, this piano has the ability to deliver a robust yet balanced sound, something to be expected from one of the world’s premier piano makers. We have meticulously rebuilt this Model M using the highest quality parts, while adding some additional adjustments to fully enhance its’ sound.

The sound of a C. Bechstein results from the careful selection of the raw materials for the case—laminated beech and high-density priming under the lacquer or the veneer—and the high-precision manufacturing of the braces that compose the back frame, which results in an outstandingly robust assembly.  The tensioned rim is designed to support the acoustic body directly. Moreover, Bechstein makes the inner and outer rims separately in order to control the different tensions in the different types of wood: German copper beech for the inner rim; multi-layered beech plywood for the outer rim.