Baldwin BP3T
48" Professional Studio
Grand Style in a High-Performance Upright
Baldwin always applies the same level of skill and experience to constructing a compact upright piano as it does to building its acclaimed grand pianos for the concert stage. The BP3T displays that ethos loudly and clearly in several stylish design elements. In addition to the depth of experience and craftsmanship, the BP3T benefits from the top-quality materials and tonewoods that are standard from Baldwin. Offering optimum playability, durability, and tone, the BP3T also captures the timeless elegance of the grand with its square, tapered leg, highly crafted cabinetry, and grand-based lid prop. All of which is enhanced by your choice of a gorgeous high-polish rosewood or high-polish ebony finish.
Classic design, handcrafted features to last you a lifetime
Like all Baldwin Upright Pianos, the BP3T still follows the acclaimed Baldwin Scale Design, a precise "recipe" to determine optimum shape of sounding area, string length, and placement of bridges and strike points to produce the best tone and balance all across the frequency range. At 124 cm (48") tall, the BP3T is able to accommodate a larger soundboard than most compact uprights, and therefore benefits from a full, powerful sound. Its longer strings are enhanced by the purity and balance of 100% virgin wool hammers. Also, Baldwin uses many of the same premium tonewoods and components that are employed in its top-of-the-line professional pianos, including a spruce soundboard, solid two-ply beech and hard maple bridge, spruce ribs and back frame, and a 19 ply hard maple pinblock. Baldwin's Full Blow Direct Action contributes to a superior feel and response, for an extremely expressive playing experience.
The best fit and finish for you
A piano naturally becomes the focal point of any room, and if your space is limited, you'll want to fill it with the finest piano built. The Baldwin BP3T is the best in its class.
Strung Back
Baldwin Pianos feature solid construction, with reinforced backs made of the finest materials. This enhances both the structural attributes of the piano and its sound characteristics, helping produce a full, rich tone.
Soundboard
To ensure a soundboard of consistently superior quality, Baldwin selects only the finest spruce available. A time-tested traditional design contributes to the responsive character of the soundboard, providing outstanding tonal quality.
Bridges & Ribs
The Baldwin BP3T bridges are constructed of two-ply beech and hard maple. This design contributes to the outstanding tonal quality of the Baldwin piano. Ribs, crafted of premium spruce, are hand selected and matched to each soundboard for maximum stability.
Strings
Baldwin strings, made by Mapes or Roslau, provide consistently rich and detailed fundamental tones and harmonic overtones.
Pinblock
The BP3T pinblock consists of 19 plies of hard maple, one of the most durable hardwoods. By alternating the grain direction of each ply, tuning pins are snugly held. The plies are joined with a waterproof adhesive, so the integrity of the Baldwin pinblock is not adversely affected by humidity.
Action
Baldwin’s acclaimed Full Blow Direct Action contributes to the superior feel and response that professional players demand. Baldwin only uses premium 100% virgin wool hammers to ensure world-class note-to-note consistency and excellent tonal range.
Keys & Keybed
Baldwin keybeds are constructed of cross-grained hardwoods. This design ensures long-term dimensional stability. Baldwin keys feature all-hardwood reinforcement parts. Sharp keys have a refined radius for superb feel.
3 Functional Pedals plus Quiet Play
Baldwin Uprights all feature 3 functional, musical pedals—sustain, bass sustain, and soft—allowing for the full range of musical expression. In addition, Baldwin Uprights include a Quiet-Play practice lever with a stop-position that allows for practice at a very soft volume.
Finishes
Polished Rosewood (HPR) (pictured)
Polished Ebony (HPE)
Hammers: 100% Virgin Wool
Strings: High-grade Music Wire from Roslau
Soundboard: Spruce
Bridges: Hard Maple and Beech - 2 Ply
Ribs: Spruce
Action Material: European-imported Hornbeam
Keys: Basswood w/hardwood reinforcement
Action Rail: Beech
Pedals: 3 – Sustain, Bass Sustain, Soft
Quiet Play: Mute Rail Lever with Stop Position
Fallboard: Slow-Close
Back Frame: Spruce
Plate: Cast iron
Pin Block: 19-ply Laminated Hard Maple
Tuning Pins: Steel (approx. 0.45% carbon)
Warranty: 10 years, parts and labor
Height: 48"
All specifications subject to change without notice.