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Baldwin R1 5' 8" Artist series grand (NEW in 2000)

Hand crafted in the U.S.A.
New in 2000

Model R1 Artist Grand
The Model R1 combines traditional grand piano styling and performance with Baldwin's time-tested 5'8" scale design. A perfect size for many homes.

Shown in Satin Ebony

TONE QUALITY:
Hammers: 100% Virgin Wool
Outer Felt: 16 1/2
Inner Felt: 5
Hammers Description: Since hammers are the "heart of the piano", Baldwin uses hammers from the Renner Company--Best quality felt. Manufactured to Baldwin's specifications. Produces exceptional tone. Final voicing by Baldwin craftsmen.
Strings: SynchroTone IITM
Speaking Length: 48 7/8"
Strings Description: Baldwin's patented SynchroTone II process enables the production of bass strings with the longitudinal vibration mode tuned in the manufacturing process, resulting in bass tones with greater clarity and sustain.
Soundboard: Solid Eastern White Spruce
Area - Sq. In.: 1,686
Tapered: Yes
Soundboard Description: Baldwin soundboards amplify the string energy to produce a richer, longer lasting piano tone. They are meticulously constructed, custom fit and then tapered for improved amplification.
Bridge Material: Hard Rock Maple
Bridge Design: 10-Ply Vertically Laminated
Ribs: 11 Quarter-Sawn Spruce
Hitch Pins: Acu-JustTM
Bridge Description: An integral part of the soundboard assembly, the bridge and ribs distribute the energy from the strings throughout the soundboard area. Acu-JustTM hitch pins provide precise downbearing on the bridge for each individual string allowing for improved tonal resonance.

Touch and Response
Action: Baldwin
Material: Hard Rock Maple
Action Description: Our exclusive Baldwin Action is designed and crafted to provide highly sensitive response for the most demanding pianist.
Keys: Individually Balanced
Keys Material: Spruce
Key Shoes: Beech
Keys Description: Real ebony wood sharps with radiused top, and chip-proof, stain-resistant materials are individually balanced and reinforced with maple to provide exceptional durability and note-to-note consistency.
KeyBed: Laminated Hardwood
KeyBed Plies: 21
KeyBed Description: The keybed provides a solid foundation for the keyframe and action allowing for precise and stable regulation.

Tuning and Durability
Rim Design: 26 Ply - Inner and Outer Rims
Brace Construction: Glued, Mortised and Dowelled
Plate Cast Iron: Sand Cast
Plate Suspension: Threaded Plate Mounting System
Rim Description: All inner and outer laminations are pressed in one operation to form a single rim. Combined with Baldwin-designed rim braces, plate and mounting system, all elements work together to provide superior performance and long-term stability.
Pinblock Material: Hard Rock Maple
Number of Plies: 11
Tuning Pins: Nickel Plated, Blued Steel
Pinblock Description: The Baldwin 41-ply pinblock is constructed of cross-grain plies of the finest hard rock maple using a proprietary process which provides outstanding tuning stability.

Cabinetry
While a piano must have extraordinary sound, it must also be beautiful. With more than 100 years of woodworking and design experience, Baldwin is uniquely qualified to craft piano cabinets which are not only durable, but also provide timeless beauty.

This 2000 Baldwin R1-EBY (EbonySatin) is all original and in perfect condition. To learn more about this amazing piano please call us @ 1-847-679-9160 or simply come in and play this magnificent piano (3640 W Dempster, Skokie, IL)

Store hours:
Mon-Thurs 10-7pm
Fri 10-6pm
Sat 10-5pm

Price: $20,000

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