C.Bechstein Academy A116
C. Bechstein Academy A 116 Accent: Finest sound and touch
C. Bechstein A 116 Accent upright: a premium instrument made in Germany by C. Bechstein. Unequalled quality, voice, touch and sound volume.
The A 116 Accent piano boasts all characteristics of the premium uprights made in Germany – the best pianos worldwide, except for the C. Bechstein instruments of the Masterpiece class. The A 116 Accent piano perfectly demonstrates the expertise of the German engineers. A market leader in the top segment for more than 160 years, Bechstein can rely on its unique R&D department to build a bridge between the Bechstein legend and state-of-the-art production processes. Using high technology, Bechstein makes wooden and metal parts of unequalled precision that form the base of the brand’s pianos, which are famous for their exceptional durability and beautiful voice. The final hand-processing of the action and sound assemblies further enhances the instruments’ quality, like the brilliant cut that transforms a gemstone into a jewel.
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The C. Bechstein Academy A 116 Accent piano applies the latest findings on material strength and sound optimization. As to the third crucial factor in your purchasing decision, value for money, the A 116 Accent model is surprisingly affordable, even though it satisfies all requirements of a full-fledged quality piano: perfectly balanced voice, pleasant touch and compatibility with all styles of music. Moreover, the Bechstein pianos are famous for imparting a modern flair to the noble and traditional Bechstein brand.
Bechstein: a legend that moves with the times.
| Parts | Details |
| Work hours | 7 months, 120 hours |
| Overall character | Instruments with perfect voice and touch. |
| Soundboard (wood) | Mountain spruce grown slowly at elevations between 800 and 1,000 meters. |
| Soundboard (design) | Sound board element adapted to the individual models. |
| Acoustic assembly (materials) | Sound bodies made of carefully selected spruce, beech and pine. |
| Cast-iron frame | The special composition of the cast iron and the particular form of the frame dampen its vibrations and boost the string energy. |
| Agraffes / Capo bar | Agraffes ensure precise positioning of the bass strings. The middle and treble strings rest on a capo bar. |
| C. Bechstein Bridge Calibration System (BCS) | The bridges are made of German red beech using modern CNC technology, which guarantees good transmission of sound and frequencies to the soundboard. |
| Pinblock (material) | Hardwood multiplex. |
| Keyboard | Durable, resilient keyboard with ideal lever ratio that meets professional requirements. Keyboard designed and engineered by the C. Bechstein R&D department. |
| Action assembly | Highly complex professional action made up of 2,000 parts and designed in accordance with C. Bechstein’s Keyboard and Action Engineering and Geometry standards. |
| Action assembly (hammerheads) | Hammer heads made by C. Bechstein Germany. Materials: mahogany core covered with felt made in Germany of New Zealand wool using a secret, traditional method. |
| Action assembly (design) C. Bechstein – Friction Control System (FCS) | The Touch with optimum weight and friction coefficients achieved by using the latest design technology. |
| C. Bechstein individual voicing | Individual voicing by expert technicians for a distinct, transparent, multifaceted voice. |
| Case / Finish | Case manufactured at the C. Bechstein production site from some twenty top-quality parts. Elegant finish (high-gloss lacquer). |
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