{"product_id":"c-bechstein-residence-r-4-classic","title":"C. Bechstein Residence R 4 Classic","description":"\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eThe medium-sized C. Bechstein Residence R 4 Classic is the epitome of balance. The very feeling of playing this upright piano is one of extraordinary refinement and effortlessness. The sound is elevated by wonderfully balanced overtones. This balance is also maintained externally: The piano’s proportions are perfect, and its classic profile blends elegantly yet modestly into almost any interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSublime to the ear, exquisite to the touch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eBesides its grand pianos, C. Bechstein is known all over the world for investing a lot of development time and craftsmanship in upright pianos. You can hear and feel this from the very first note. The Residence R 4 Classic instantly produces a pure, sublime sound and a uniquely singing, melodic line. This extraordinary sound is wonderfully easy to shape and experience thanks to the extreme responsiveness and the large dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClassic aesthetics that inspire generations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eThe C. Bechstein Residence R 4 Classic boasts a classic shape and clear, elegant lines. At the same time, the perfectly refined construction and harmonious architecture of the piano are designed to optimise the preservation of its action, so you can be sure that every subtle nuance of your music is accurately transformed into wondrous C. Bechstein sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eACOUSTIC ASSEMBLY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOUNDBOARD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eThe soundboard and ribs are made from specially selected, fine-grained European mountain spruce, which is stored for years and dried carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBACK FRAME\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eSix highly robust, quadruple-laminated braces made of layers of solid pine form the stable backbone of the upright piano. This premium quality construction guarantees climatic stability as well as impressive tonal volume and exceptional tuning stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePINBLOCK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eHigh-quality pinblock material made from cross-laminated and compacted sheets of beech veneer for excellent, even tunability and tuning stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTUNING PINS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eQuality tuning pins made from nickel-plated steel. Balanced torque, low torsion, excellent tunability and tuning stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAST-IRON FRAME\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eThe cast-iron frame has the stability needed to withstand the enormous string-tension. Thanks to the careful sizing and traditional method of sand casting by hand, the cast-iron frame also enhances the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTRINGS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eMade from quality piano wire with high tensile strength and valuable copper wire from Germany, the strings have been calculated to maximize string length with balanced registers, harmonious overtone spectrum and excellent tuning stability. The strings are held in place by agraffes in keeping with C. Bechstein’s traditional design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eACTION \u0026amp; EQUIPMENT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC. BECHSTEIN DYNAMIC TOUCH DESIGN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eThe highly reliable C. Bechstein actions are developed in-house and allow perfect control and execution in any position of the key movement and offer quick repetition as well as a pleasant and even touch. Every key is balanced individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEYBOARD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eA quality keyboard made of solid spruce keys, man-made white key tops with a pleasant grip and ebony sharps. Precise key movements with high-quality, wear-resistant bushing felt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePEDALS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eConcert: 3 pedals: Piano (una corda), moderator (optional Sostenuto) and forte (damper).\u003cbr\u003eResicence: 3 pedals: Piano (una corda), moderator and forte (damper).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC. BECHSTEIN HAMMERHEADS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eDeveloped and produced in-house, C. Bechstein hammerheads are a significant and consistent factor in the unique sound of the C. Bechstein Concert \u0026amp; Resicence lines – made with the highest-quality elastic felt and walnut mouldings. 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