Description: Photos now show the 3nd Generation. Primary difference is the keybed - instead of several layers of MDF it is now an engineered panel that is hollow inside for tremendous weight savings (Gen 2 was 97 lbs, this gen 3 is 72lbs). We also made some minor changes to action geometry and recessed the (now) foam strike rail into the bracing. It is a MIDI controller, based on the older QRS KS-1B system, with a brand new, genuine acoustic piano action complete with hammers. The only acoustic action component it does not have is the damper wire/head/felt (since there are no strings) but the damper levers are there to preserve the authentic feel (something that CAN be felt in the keystroke of an acoustic piano). There is no actual case (what you see is what you'll get), though it will be crated for shipping. We wanted to spend the money where it was most important - the action and keys. The keys are set to 13/32" keydip (distance the keys travel down when pressed) and the action has escapement ("letoff") and the dampers disengage halfway through the keystroke (slightly increasing touch weight) for a true acoustic piano touch/feel. The 88 keys are full size, actual acoustic studio piano keys. The action is a genuine, full size acoustic studio piano action. Felt hammers strike against felt blocks since there's no strings and that minimizes action noise. The touch is actually user adjustable - the key touch can be set to a slightly heavier or slightly lighter physical touchweight. There is no sound module/generator or speakers included with this setup. You will have to connect it to something in order for it to generate sounds you can hear. It's very simple and inexpensive (if you already own an iPod or iPad) to use the Garageband app and a set of headphones. You'll need what Apple calls a "camera adapter" to connect to our system which uses either a 5 pin MIDI port or USB (we include the cord that adapts from the 5 pin to the USB). Of course, you can also connect a sound module and whatever speakers that module supports. I recommend against anything Bluetooth due to the lag time from pressing a key to the sound coming from a speaker. Stick with wired unless/until technology eliminates the associated lag time. Questions? Contact me! Can the MIDI controller be upgraded from the KS-1B? Yes. Tell me what you want and we'll create the auction for it. That's the great thing about dealing with the actual company doing the manufacturing, you can request changes to the specs (which of course usually requires changes to the price...). Would you rather install your own MIDI controller and order just the action and keys with no sensor? Check my eBay store for that auction. Can we put it on a stand or in a fancier cabinet? Absolutely. Can we put it in your great grandmothers old upright piano that can't be tuned anymore? Yep - and it can look completely original (if that's what you want). We put digital piano mechanisms in former acoustic piano cabinets all the time - and have for over 20 years. We are very, very experienced at this and are glad to discuss this with you. 30 day handling time reflects the longest time usually needed to custom build one of these in a basic MDF "box". Most of the time it will be built and shipped much faster. Weight (minus shipping materials) is 97lb. It is 55" wide, 19-1/2" deep and 13-1/2" tall. I'm Howard Gustafson and I've been a piano technician 35+ years, specializing in retrofitting digital systems for most of that time. Your success using my products is extremely important to me so I welcome ANY questions (or suggestions!) you have regarding this setup. Below is a video showing a very similar setup we used to bring a dead Baldwin Hamilton back to life. The tuning pins were no longer tight enough for the piano to stay in tune, and the original action and keys were worn out. We paired it with a Casio PX870 and the video gives a brief glimpse of what turned out. Baldwin Hamilton converted to Digital Piano - YouTube Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Paste link into a browser window: [isdntekvideo]
Price: 3295 USD
Location: Texarkana, Texas
End Time: 2024-02-28T00:41:24.000Z
Shipping Cost: 25 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Unbranded
Model: Acoustic Studio
For Instrument: Piano
MPN: Does Not Apply
