Schimmel 7' Model 213 Glas

Anyone who has ever experienced the Schimmel Grand K 213 Glas in a concert hall, with its shimmering golden trim, reflecting the stage lighting in a thousand multicolored facets, knows that this unusual instrument is a star among stars. The stately curves of its traditional grand-piano form make it a real eyecatcher.

Its crystal clear sound throughout its entire range, enhanced and rendered even more transparent by the acrylic cabinetry, is an inspiration to pianists and music lovers alike. Seen from a distance, the instrument sparkles like a precious jewel; seen from close up, its fine materials and workmanship and technical perfection become clearly evident.

Its keyboard and action assembly with its outstanding dynamic-modulation capability responds precisely to the finest nuances in touch. And in the midst of all this glasslike beauty, a heavy cast-iron plate supports the tons of tension exerted by the approximately 220 strings.

Glass has a magic all of its own. Its history dates back almost five thous-and years. Discovered in Mesopotamia, the cradle of all culture, glass in a seemingly infinite variety of forms has conquered the world. Whether crystal clear or in colours like the windows of cathedrals, whether intended for daily use, for jewelry or for decorating a table set for a banquet – down through the ages and throughout all cultural epochs, glass has occupied an important place in the life of mankind.

In its original form, comprised of minerals, it is brittle and fragile. Transparent acrylic plastic, an achievement of modern science, combines the optical characteristics of glass with a flexibility which renders it virtually impervious to damage by impact. Yet in whatever form we encounter it, glass has an enchantment all its own. A convincing proof of this is the Schimmel grand K 213 Glas with acrylic plastic cabinetry, created by Nikolaus W. Schimmel. A uniquely fascinating instrument.