VIRTUOSO SELF-PLAYING PIANOS
Bringing modern technology to classic instruments. Work with 1066 Pianos, transforming traditional pianos into self-playing masterpieces for musicians and collectors, all expertly fitted in our workshop in Cambridge.
Real Live Music
Library Of Over 5,000 Songs From All Genres
Wirelessly Operated by An iPad
Make Your Piano Concert Ready With Virtuoso Self-Play
It's not about replacing the old; it's about enhancing it, and 1066 Pianos can help you enjoy the charm of your classical piano while embracing the convenience of modern technology. Perfect for homes, events, or businesses looking to add a touch of sophistication.
Imagine your beloved piano not just as a musical instrument but as a centrepiece of innovation and entertainment. Self-Play technology allows you to hit play, sit back, and listen to your piano play your favourite tracks from a library of over 5,000 classics without the need for a musician. Wirelessly operated from an iPad, our team of experts can fit Self-Play to most pianos. Contact us to find out more.
Listen To Our Clients Experience With The Installation of Virtuoso Self-Play
Explore Our Self-Play Process
Initial Assessment – We evaluate your piano to ensure optimal compatibility.
Precision Installation – Our technicians discreetly install Virtuoso Self-play with zero impact on the piano’s integrity.
Programming & Customisation – Set up your personal music library and playback preferences.
Fine-tuning & Demonstration – Ensuring flawless performance before final delivery.
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A 50% deposit is required. We will then collect your piano, and the work commences. We look forward to providing you with a concert experience in the comfort of your own home.
"People are completely mesmerised by it, it really does feel like there is a professional in here playing"
Listen To Our Director Talking Through The SelfPlay Process
Elevate Your Instrument Even Further With Record and Playback Functionality
A brilliant feature for learners and seasoned performers alike, 1066 Pianos is also proud to offer the playback feature for piano upgrades and custom builds. Our SilentPlay feature can be fitted to virtually any piano with very few exceptions, with the option of a mute rail which switches off the acoustic piano and an optical midi rail hidden under the keys, to give you a full electric piano experience.
Self-Play - How Does It Work?
Every note has its own solenoid which is placed at the very back of the key. Rather than the player pushing the key down at the front, this pushes the key up at the back. The hardware and software hidden in the piano tell the solenoid how to perform, and it will play music beautifully with control and expression. The system has over 1100 graduations of loud to soft and can be refined to a very high standard of performance.
Our Self-Play system makes no difference at all to the manual playability of your piano. The solenoids that operate the keys push the keys up from the back and are just sitting waiting to work without interfering with the playing at all. In fact, you can even play along with Self-Play at the same time! It’s a great tool for practising exam pieces, and playing alongside the virtual pianist to improve and perfect timing.
"In the day I just turn up the volume a little and the whole home is filled with music, when we entertain it plays beautifully in the background… it’s a perfect edition to our family home"
- JM, Surrey
Combine tradition and innovation
Call 1066 Pianos and learn how Self-Play can transform your piano into a self-playing marvel.