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In 1700, Bartolomeo Cristofori invented the Pianoforte, a keyboard instrument that allowed musicians to control the volume of each note by varying their touch. This invention replaced the harpsichords fixed sound with a dynamic range. (to) The pianofortes introduction in 1700 impacted music by allowing performers to vary their touch. Its expressive potential gradually helped composers to reshape the culture of music.(“Who Invented the Piano? All about Bartolomeo Cristofori”) -
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Christian Ernst in Germany developed the pyramid piano. another step toward more compact piano designs. -
use of multiple strings per note and refined string arrangements -
replaced leather covered hammers and became standard in the 1840s-50s -
the modern standard 88 keys became common around this time. allowing a full range of noises -
early electric pianos emerged in the 1950s.
these used electromagnetic pickups instead of strings and hammers -
high end manufacturers began focusing more on sustainable materials and responsible sourcing of wood components -
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