SCHULZE POLLMANN PIANOS
ABOUT SCHULZE POLLMANN PIANOS
A HERITAGE BRAND
Schulze Pollmann Pianos are a family enterprise that embodies pride and passion in piano building as set on by its original German founders Albert Schulze and Paul Pollmann in 1928. German piano builder Paul Pollmann worked extensively for famous piano makers Ibach and Steinway & Sons in Germany before moving to Northern Italy to join anotherreputed German specialist piano builder, Albert Schulze in creating the commencement of Schulze Pollmann piano manufacture, incorporating German reliability and Italian flair. The new factory was set up in Italy’s Val Di Fiemme region which is famed for its wood, also used by Antonio Stradivari in the making of his world famous violins. Paul Pollmann managed the Schulze Pollmann factory until 1942, whereupon he was superseded by his son Hans who remained director until 1970. Over many decades, Schulze Pollmann pianos have earned an excellent reputation for fine quality built instruments that are reliable and durable with sweet yet powerful sound; all being typical features of great German tradition. In respect of these principles, Schulze Pollmann has fulfilled, through the decades, to introduce the elegancy and creativity of its Italian character, skilfully combining tradition, aesthetics, technology and innovation.
QUALITY & RELIABILITY
The combination of quality materials, skilled piano craftsmen and the use of cutting-edge computerised technology and machinery ensures a high standard of consistency and reliability through all stages of the production process forming a reputation of enduring quality. Schulze Pollmann dedication to German build quality and design, are built using the finest of materials including German Roslau piano wire, German Klinke tuning pins, German Abel hammers and several other parts and materials sourced around Europe. The solid construction of a finely built braced back ensures lasting durability.
CABINET BEAUTY
Schulze Pollmann pianos are instantly recognized due to the stunning exotic Italian veneers used. Whether it be Italian walnut, mahogany or European cherry, the beautiful natural designs of briar, feathered mahogany and stunning peacock tail create a ‘masterpiece’. These veneers are skillfully laid by Italian marquetry artisans to both top and bottom front panels finished in high gloss.
EUROPEAN TONE & TOUCH
The tone of all Schulze Pollmann pianos is unmistakably European in sound, warm and rich , as you would expect from a European piano builder. The richness and depth of sound are guaranteed by the Roslau strings of German origin and premium quality German felt hammers. Expert piano technicians dedicate time and craft to the voicing of each individual hammer, bringing musical vitality to each instrument produced. The playing mechanism and the keyboards are set up and regulated to obtain a perfect balance of leverages and fine tolerances. Precision adjustments and settings create responsive firm consistent touch to all Schulze Pollmann upright and grand pianos.
