C. Bechstein A 6
Elegant, smart, Art Deco
About C.Bechstein A 6
The highlight of the C. Bechstein Academy series is now even more impressive. Its newly developed acoustic assembly and refined action lend the successor to our classic Academy A 124 even more breathtaking sound and volume.
The significantly longer maximum string length and optimized cast-iron frame design made
it possible to improve the geometry of the soundboard and adjust the contour of the bridge to make the transfer of vibrations even more vivid. This maximises the sound and volume delivered by the popular, modern piano body with traditional elements in spectacular fashion.
Finish: polished black
Weight: 553 lbs
W × H × D: 59.4’’ x 48.8’’ x 24.4’’
Specifications
C. Bechstein Academy upright piano
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
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).