The Baldwin R1 Artist Grand
Measuring exactly 5’ 8”, the Baldwin R1 Artist Grand delivers the full spectacle of a grand piano in a smaller size. Our R1 combines traditional
grand piano styling and performance to deliver the full, rich, resonant sound expected from a much larger instrument.
A mid-sized grand that delivers rich, resonant sound
Measuring exactly 5'8", the R1 Artist Grand falls in the middle of Baldwin's size range for grand pianos. This means it will fit beautifully into
almost any home. Superior craftsmanship and materials set this piano apart from Baldwin's competitors. The R1 features a one-piece,
continuously-bent rim design constructed entirely of maple. In addition, the soundboard is made of the finest quartersawn spruce available so
that you can enjoy wood with a tighter grain pattern and improved uniformity for exceptional tonal characteristics. The piano’s sharp keys are
made from genuine African ebony wood with an added radius for a superior feel, and the Baldwin-engineered Renner hammers deliver world-
class note-to-note clarity and consistency, while its superior action provides faster key repetition rates, in addition to an increase in dynamic
tonal range. The three pedals are traditional — soft, sustain and sustenuto — and constructed from solid brass, and the fallboard utilizes a
pneumatic, slow-close mechanism design.
Measuring exactly 5’ 8”, the Baldwin R1 Artist Grand delivers the full spectacle of a grand piano in a smaller size. Our R1 combines traditional
grand piano styling and performance to deliver the full, rich, resonant sound expected from a much larger instrument.
A mid-sized grand that delivers rich, resonant sound
Measuring exactly 5'8", the R1 Artist Grand falls in the middle of Baldwin's size range for grand pianos. This means it will fit beautifully into
almost any home. Superior craftsmanship and materials set this piano apart from Baldwin's competitors. The R1 features a one-piece,
continuously-bent rim design constructed entirely of maple. In addition, the soundboard is made of the finest quartersawn spruce available so
that you can enjoy wood with a tighter grain pattern and improved uniformity for exceptional tonal characteristics. The piano’s sharp keys are
made from genuine African ebony wood with an added radius for a superior feel, and the Baldwin-engineered Renner hammers deliver world-
class note-to-note clarity and consistency, while its superior action provides faster key repetition rates, in addition to an increase in dynamic
tonal range. The three pedals are traditional — soft, sustain and sustenuto — and constructed from solid brass, and the fallboard utilizes a
pneumatic, slow-close mechanism design.
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BALDWIN ARTIST GRAND MODEL R1 Baldwin has been “America’s Favorite Piano” ever since company founder D.H. Baldwin vowed to
manufacture “the best piano that can be built” over 100 years ago. From concert stages to recording studios to family music rooms, Baldwin Artist
Grand pianos continue to set the industry standard for innovative design, classic styling and outstanding performance.
A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE Baldwin’s commitment to the art of crafting concert-quality grand pianos has long been recognized by
individuals who demand the best. Regardless of the genre, a Baldwin piano speaks the language of music with eloquence and passion. Golden tones
ring with definition and authority. Keys respond to the most subtle command. No matter which Baldwin you choose, you’ll own an instrument that is
preferred by many of today’s finest pianists, composers , conductors , symphony orchestras and performance venues.
INNER & OUTER RIMS Baldwin Artist Series grand pianos feature a one-piece, continuously bent rim design, constructed entirely of maple. This
enhances both the structural attributes of the piano and its sound characteristics, helping to produce full, rich tone.
SAND CAST PLATE Baldwin plates are made using a sandcast process which results in high-strength, stress-free castings. This sandcast process,
combined with the use of virgin iron ore, produces a plate that does not contribute unwanted resonance, thereby helping to create the classic
“Baldwin Sound.”
PLATE MOUNTING SYSTEM Baldwin’s exclusive method of mounting the plate to the inner rim assembly allows for fine adjustments which are
not possible with other mounting procedures. A threaded plate to inner rim mounting system allows the plate to be set at the optimum height for
downbearing on the bridge.
ACU-JUST® HITCH PINS Baldwins’s patented Acu-Just® Hitch Pin design allows the downbearing of each string — the angle at which the string
crosses the bridge — to be very accurately adjusted. With Baldwin’s plate mounting system and Acu-Just® Hitch Pins, downbearing can be set with
a degree of accuracy previously considered impossible. This contributes to superb tone throughout the entire scale.
SOUNDBOARD To ensure a soundboard of consistently superior quality, Baldwin selects only the finest quartersawn spruce available. A tapered
design contributes to the responsive character of the soundboard, providing outstanding tonal quality.
BRIDGES & RIBS Baldwin Artist Grand bridges are constructed of 10 plies of vertically laminated hard rock maple. Vertical laminations contribute
to the sustaining tonal quality of the Baldwin grand. Ribs, crafted of quartersawn spruce, are expertly notched to the inner rim.
SYNCHROTONE® STRINGS Developed by Baldwin researchers using computer aided design programs, patented SynchroTone® bass strings
produce consistently rich and detailed fundamental tones and harmonic overtones.
PINBLOCK The Baldwin grand piano pinblock consists of multiple plies of hard rock maple. By alternating the grain direction of each ply, tuning
pins are snugly held. Because the plies are joined with a waterproof adhesive, the integrity of the Baldwin grand pinblock is not adversely affected by
humidity.
ACTION Consisting of more than 7,500 parts, the Baldwin designed Renner action and hammers feature the exceptionally responsive touch that
professional players prefer. Baldwin-engineered premium hammers are used to ensure world-class, note-to-note consistency and excellent tonal range.
KEYS & KEYBED Artist Grand keybeds are constructed of cross-grained hardwood with a maple cap. This design ensures long term dimensional
stability. Baldwin keys feature all-maple reinforcement parts. Sharp keys are made of ebony wood and have a refined radius for superb feel.
Available in the following finishes Satin Ebony, High Polished Ebony, Satin Mahogany, High Polished Mahogany, Satin Walnut, High Polished Walnut,
Satin Cherry and High Polished Cherry
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS: Dimensions 5' 8" length; 4' 9 1/2" width; 3' 3" height
Hammers 100% Virgin Wool
Outer Felt 16 1/2
Inner Felt 5
Strings SynchroTone IITM
Speaking Length 48 7/8"
Soundboard Solid Eastern White Spruce
Soundboard Area - Sq. In. 1,686
Tapered Soundboard Yes
Bridge Material Hard Rock Maple
Bridge Design 10-Ply Vertically Laminated
Ribs 11 Quarter-Sawn Spruce
Hitch Pins Acu-JustTM
Action Baldwin/Renner
Action Material Hard Rock Maple
Keys Individually Balanced
Keys Material Spruce
Key Shoes Beech
KeyBed Laminated Hardwood
KeyBed Plies 21
Rim Design 26 Ply - Inner and Outer Rims
Brace Construction Glued, Mortised and Dowelled
Plate Cast Iron Sand Cast
Plate Suspension Threaded Plate Mounting System
Pinblock Material Hard Rock Maple
Number of Pinblock Plies 11
Tuning Pins Nickel Plated, Blued Steel
Warranty Parts - Lifetime | Labor - Ten Years
manufacture “the best piano that can be built” over 100 years ago. From concert stages to recording studios to family music rooms, Baldwin Artist
Grand pianos continue to set the industry standard for innovative design, classic styling and outstanding performance.
A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE Baldwin’s commitment to the art of crafting concert-quality grand pianos has long been recognized by
individuals who demand the best. Regardless of the genre, a Baldwin piano speaks the language of music with eloquence and passion. Golden tones
ring with definition and authority. Keys respond to the most subtle command. No matter which Baldwin you choose, you’ll own an instrument that is
preferred by many of today’s finest pianists, composers , conductors , symphony orchestras and performance venues.
INNER & OUTER RIMS Baldwin Artist Series grand pianos feature a one-piece, continuously bent rim design, constructed entirely of maple. This
enhances both the structural attributes of the piano and its sound characteristics, helping to produce full, rich tone.
SAND CAST PLATE Baldwin plates are made using a sandcast process which results in high-strength, stress-free castings. This sandcast process,
combined with the use of virgin iron ore, produces a plate that does not contribute unwanted resonance, thereby helping to create the classic
“Baldwin Sound.”
PLATE MOUNTING SYSTEM Baldwin’s exclusive method of mounting the plate to the inner rim assembly allows for fine adjustments which are
not possible with other mounting procedures. A threaded plate to inner rim mounting system allows the plate to be set at the optimum height for
downbearing on the bridge.
ACU-JUST® HITCH PINS Baldwins’s patented Acu-Just® Hitch Pin design allows the downbearing of each string — the angle at which the string
crosses the bridge — to be very accurately adjusted. With Baldwin’s plate mounting system and Acu-Just® Hitch Pins, downbearing can be set with
a degree of accuracy previously considered impossible. This contributes to superb tone throughout the entire scale.
SOUNDBOARD To ensure a soundboard of consistently superior quality, Baldwin selects only the finest quartersawn spruce available. A tapered
design contributes to the responsive character of the soundboard, providing outstanding tonal quality.
BRIDGES & RIBS Baldwin Artist Grand bridges are constructed of 10 plies of vertically laminated hard rock maple. Vertical laminations contribute
to the sustaining tonal quality of the Baldwin grand. Ribs, crafted of quartersawn spruce, are expertly notched to the inner rim.
SYNCHROTONE® STRINGS Developed by Baldwin researchers using computer aided design programs, patented SynchroTone® bass strings
produce consistently rich and detailed fundamental tones and harmonic overtones.
PINBLOCK The Baldwin grand piano pinblock consists of multiple plies of hard rock maple. By alternating the grain direction of each ply, tuning
pins are snugly held. Because the plies are joined with a waterproof adhesive, the integrity of the Baldwin grand pinblock is not adversely affected by
humidity.
ACTION Consisting of more than 7,500 parts, the Baldwin designed Renner action and hammers feature the exceptionally responsive touch that
professional players prefer. Baldwin-engineered premium hammers are used to ensure world-class, note-to-note consistency and excellent tonal range.
KEYS & KEYBED Artist Grand keybeds are constructed of cross-grained hardwood with a maple cap. This design ensures long term dimensional
stability. Baldwin keys feature all-maple reinforcement parts. Sharp keys are made of ebony wood and have a refined radius for superb feel.
Available in the following finishes Satin Ebony, High Polished Ebony, Satin Mahogany, High Polished Mahogany, Satin Walnut, High Polished Walnut,
Satin Cherry and High Polished Cherry
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS: Dimensions 5' 8" length; 4' 9 1/2" width; 3' 3" height
Hammers 100% Virgin Wool
Outer Felt 16 1/2
Inner Felt 5
Strings SynchroTone IITM
Speaking Length 48 7/8"
Soundboard Solid Eastern White Spruce
Soundboard Area - Sq. In. 1,686
Tapered Soundboard Yes
Bridge Material Hard Rock Maple
Bridge Design 10-Ply Vertically Laminated
Ribs 11 Quarter-Sawn Spruce
Hitch Pins Acu-JustTM
Action Baldwin/Renner
Action Material Hard Rock Maple
Keys Individually Balanced
Keys Material Spruce
Key Shoes Beech
KeyBed Laminated Hardwood
KeyBed Plies 21
Rim Design 26 Ply - Inner and Outer Rims
Brace Construction Glued, Mortised and Dowelled
Plate Cast Iron Sand Cast
Plate Suspension Threaded Plate Mounting System
Pinblock Material Hard Rock Maple
Number of Pinblock Plies 11
Tuning Pins Nickel Plated, Blued Steel
Warranty Parts - Lifetime | Labor - Ten Years