Bösendorfer is one of the world's most exclusive piano manufacturers, producing fewer than 400 instruments per year. Singapore Piano Shop provides specialist tuning and care for Bösendorfer pianos in Singapore.
About Bösendorfer Pianos
Founded in 1828 in Vienna by Ignaz Bösendorfer, the company is one of the oldest surviving piano manufacturers in the world. In 2007, Bösendorfer was acquired by Yamaha Corporation, which has maintained the Viennese manufacturing tradition. Bösendorfer is famous for its extraordinarily resonant bass register and the distinctive "singing" quality of its tone. The flagship Imperial 97-key model (with 8 extra bass notes below the standard 88-key range) is one of the most celebrated instruments in the piano world.
Popular Bösendorfer Models in Singapore
- Bösendorfer 155 (baby grand)
- Bösendorfer 185 (grand)
- Bösendorfer 200 (parlour grand)
- Bösendorfer 214 (artist grand)
- Bösendorfer 225 and 280 (concert grands)
- Bösendorfer Imperial 97 (concert grand with extended bass)
Services We Provide for Bösendorfer Pianos
- Bösendorfer piano tuning
- Bösendorfer regulation
- Bösendorfer voicing
- Bösendorfer inspection and assessment
Common Bösendorfer Piano Issues in Singapore's Climate
Bösendorfer pianos are extremely rare in Singapore and are typically found only in the most prestigious locations — luxury hotel lobby bars, high-end recording studios or private collectors. Their Viennese-style action is slightly different from American and Japanese actions and requires a technician with appropriate knowledge. The extended bass register of the Imperial model requires careful tuning of the additional strings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How rare are Bösendorfer pianos in Singapore?
Bösendorfer pianos are among the rarest fine instruments in Singapore. The company produces only a few hundred pianos per year worldwide. If you own a Bösendorfer in Singapore, it is a truly exceptional instrument.
Can you tune a Bösendorfer Imperial 97-key?
Yes. The Imperial's additional bass strings below the standard A0 are tuned according to the harmonic series. We have knowledge of the appropriate tuning approach for these additional strings.