SCHIEDMAYER Studio, 5.5-octave celesta, C–F5 range, oak black

SCHIEDMAYER 5,5 oktave celesta, c-f5 range, model Studio, oak black

Currently, Schiedmayer Celesta GmbH is the only manufacturer in the world that builds celestas according to the guidelines of its inventor, Wiktor Mustel.

The 5.5 octave Celesta allows the interpretation of the complete Celesta repertoire.

The large Studio model conceived for bigger stages and concert halls or theatres. Specific resonators and larger metal sound plates are used to produce an unsurpassable warm and brilliant sound.

Characteristics:

• Standard tuning: A1 = 442hz - other tuning on request | without extra charge
• Cabinet finish: black oak
• Dimensions: w 137cm x d 82cm x h 101cm
• Weight: 121 kg
• 3-year manufacturer warranty

Important specifications of Schiedmayer celestas:

• The felt hammer is set in motion by pressing the key
• The felt hammer strikes the steel sound plate from above
• The sound plate is placed above a wooden resonator
• Sound plates made of high-alloy-steel produce the pure, heavenly sound of the Celesta
• Full size grand piano’s key lenght – precise light touch, high modulation capability
• Sustain pedal places to the right of the middle of the instrument
• Hammers specialy designed for the Celesta heavenly sound rich in overtones. Accurate voicing
• Handles with more protection for the instrument
• Flight Case (optional for an additional fee) for safe transportation/storage with fold down ramp. Customized lettering on request

The celesta was invented and patented in 1886 by Victor Mustel in Paris. The name celesta, which Victor Mustel created especially for this instrument, was already evident in the patent.

The unmistakable sound of the instrument is produced by its special mechanism: by pressing a key on the keyboard a felt hammer is triggered which strikes the top of a sound plate. Beneath the steel plate is a wooden resonator. The celesta has a pedal for damping and, as a transposing instrument, sounds an octave higher than notated.

Schiedmayer has been producing celestas since 1890 and celebrates 130 years of celesta making in 2020. Since 1975, it is the sole manufacturer that builds celestas according to the inventor’s original specifications.