Swiss Grand - Edition Beurmann

• Features a concert grand piano from the Züricher manufacturer Hüni & Hübert, built in 1860.
• Offers a rich, full sound with a deep, resonant bass described as "deep black" by collector Andreas Beurmann.

Product Overview

Swiss Grand - Edition Beurmann features a concert grand piano from the Züricher manufacturer Hüni & Hübert, built in 1860. This instrument is noted for its rich, full sound and a deep, resonant bass that is described as reaching "to the core," making it suitable for both classical and contemporary compositions.

Details

The library includes over 3,400 individual recordings, capturing the piano in a unique acoustic environment. Each note is sampled at 32 dynamic levels, ensuring a nuanced performance. The release noises of the keys are recorded in eight variations per note, adding realism to the playback. The instrument is presented in its original tuning of 437 Hz, with presets available for 440 Hz as well.

Recording was done using Wagner™ U47w® tube microphones through Crane Song™ Flamingo® preamps and Universal Audio™ 2192® converters, all at a high resolution of 192 kHz/24 Bit. The close attention to detail in both the instrument and the recording process allows for an intimate timbre that retains key and mechanical nuances, making it a compelling choice for scoring contexts that require depth and character.