PETROF Grand Piano – True value European Excellence, Romantic Tone & Timeless Craftsmanship since 1864

Experience the unmistakable warmth and elegance of a PETROF grand piano — an instrument celebrated worldwide for its romantic European voice, rounded tonal character, and expressive musicality. Handcrafted in the Czech Republic and built upon a proud family tradition dating back to 1864, PETROF pianos continue to captivate pianists, teachers, recording artists, and collectors seeking refined European craftsmanship.

Designed for discerning musicians who value nuance, colour, and expressive control, this PETROF grand delivers a beautifully balanced tonal spectrum — gentle yet powerful, intimate yet capable of filling a concert space with warmth and sophistication.

Recognised with the prestigious European Excellence Seal (EEX), PETROF instruments are built using carefully selected European materials and patented design innovations that ensure long-term stability, tonal consistency, and exceptional musical performance.

The Signature PETROF Sound – Romantic, Warm & Expressive

PETROF acoustic pianos are renowned for their uniquely lyrical tonal palette. Their sound is often described as:

• Romantic and singing in the mid-range
• Rounded and warm across the bass
• Gentle yet clear in the treble
• Exceptionally responsive to expressive playing

This makes them particularly suited to classical repertoire, chamber music, jazz, lyrical contemporary styles, and home environments where musical character matters as much as projection.

European Craftsmanship Since 1864

Founded by Antonín Petrof, the company remains one of Europe’s most respected family-owned piano manufacturers. Every instrument reflects:

• Traditional European piano-making heritage
• Premium resonance woods sourced within Europe
• German engineering and action technology
• Skilled hand assembly and individual voicing

The result is an instrument built not only to perform beautifully today, but to mature musically over decades of use.

Premium Materials & Advanced Construction

This PETROF grand piano combines time-honoured design with modern engineering precision:

• European tight-grain spruce soundboard for exceptional resonance
• Wedge-tapered soundboard construction enhances tonal response
• Wet sand-cast iron plate for structural stability and tuning integrity
• German Röslau steel strings and Degen copper bass winding
• German RENNER–PETROF action for precision control and reliability
• Individually voiced German hammerheads for refined tonal balance
• Multiplex beech pinblock ensures tuning stability and longevity
• Ebony Makassar outer rim veneer for sophisticated aesthetics

Every element is carefully chosen to maximise musical expression, structural strength, and tonal depth.

Performance-Focused Playing Experience

• Precision-balanced keyboard crafted from tangential-sawn spruce
• Ebony black keys for superior feel and durability
• Full pedal system including Unacorda, Sostenuto, and Sustain
• Hydraulic slow-close fallboard for safety and longevity
• Large braked castors and thick legs for stability and mobility

The result is an instrument that feels responsive, refined, and deeply musical — equally suited to advanced students, professional pianists, and serious enthusiasts.

Technical Specifications

Dimensions & Weight

• Length: 1730 mm
• Width: 1525 mm
• Height: 1025 mm
• Weight: 320 kg

Soundboard & Acoustic Design

• Material: European tight-grain spruce
• Active Area: 1.293 m²
• Ribs: 11 spherical
• Soundboard Construction: Wedgewise tapered (9–7 mm)

Structure & Frame

• Cast Iron Plate: Wet sand casting, light gold metallic diamond finish
• Inner Rim: 9-laminated beech & birch
• Inner Rim Thickness: 35 mm
• Outer Rim: Solid alder core sandwich with Ebony Makassar veneer
• Wooden Frame Posts: 3 longitudinal spruce posts

Stringing & Bridges

• Strings: Röslau (Germany) steel, Degen (Germany) copper winding
• Bridge Material: Solid maple (bass & treble)
• Bridge Pins: Steel, round tips
• Agraffes: Brass (1–53)
• Duplex Scaling: Front d2–c5, Rear ais–c5

Action & Keyboard

• Action: German RENNER–PETROF
• Hammerheads: Individually voiced German manufacturer
• Keyboard: Spruce, individually lead balanced
• Black Keys: Ebony

Pedals & Hardware

• Left Pedal: Unacorda (Piano)
• Middle Pedal: Sostenuto (Prolongement)
• Right Pedal: Sustain
• Hydraulic Slow-Close Fallboard: Yes
• Felts: Red & Black

Why Choose a PETROF Grand Piano in Sydney, Australia

• Over 160 years of European piano-making heritage has been imported here in Australia since the early 1920’s
• Romantic tonal character loved by expressive pianists worldwide
• European Excellence Seal (EEX) certified materials
• German action technology and premium European components
• Hand-voiced for musical individuality & loves our East Coast stable climate
• Ideal for homes, studios, Education and teaching spaces, Stages and performance environments world over

Discover the PETROF Experience

A PETROF grand piano is more than an instrument — it’s a musical partner designed to inspire creativity and emotional expression for generations. Whether you’re a passionate home pianist or a seasoned performer, this instrument offers a uniquely European voice that stands apart from modern mass-produced designs.

Contact our piano specialists today to arrange a private demonstration and experience the romantic warmth of PETROF craftsmanship in person. @CarlingfordMusicCentre