Rare Martin Sassmann Pedalcembalo (Harpsichord with Independent Pedalboard) – 1970
Condition: Excellent / Ready to play
Year of manufacture: 1970Total Length: 230 cm
It is an exceptional and highly rare Pedalcembalo (harpsichord with pedalboard) built by Martin Sassmann. This complete, concert-sized instrument (230 cm) is in excellent structural and mechanical condition. It offers the ultimate home practice solution for professional organists, church musicians, and conservatory students.
This unique instrument consists of two completely independent elements:
1. The Harpsichord (Upper Instrument):Keyboards: 2 manuals (double harpsichord).Disposition: 3 registers providing a rich variety of early music timbres and dynamic contrasts. Ideal for pieces requiring manual changes (e.g., Bach’s Italian Concerto)
2. The Independent Pedalboard (Lower Instrument):Type: Fully autonomous pedalboard unit with its own separate soundboard, frame, and heavy stringing on the floor.