Fortepiano after Anton Walter 1795 — Benjamin Renoux Workshop

Guebwiller · Alsace · Since 2007

BenjaminRenoux

Independent
Piano Maker

Working the historic fortepiano and the modern piano side by side means questioning everything, every day. That is what I have done for nearly twenty years, without ever favouring one over the other.

Fortepiano after Anton Walter 1795 · Indian Rosewood

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19
years of experience
10+
fortepianos built
2
disciplines mastered

Areas of expertise

Manufacturing — piano action

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Manufacturing

From the historical fortepiano to the modern grand piano. Each instrument is a unique commission, designed for its performer, built to an absolute standard.

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Restoration — Pleyel 1bis

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Restoration

Grand pianos of all eras, from 1800 to the present day. Restoring a piano means restoring its full expressive capacity without betraying its soul.

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Modernisation — CAD design

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Modernisation

Entirely custom-made actions for late 19th and 20th century instruments. Approaching the touch of a modern piano without altering the sonic magic that gives the instrument its character.

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Philosophy

“Whatever I do, whatever the instrument,
above all I seek the beauty of sound.”

My clients

Concert pianistsConservatoriesOpera housesCollectorsPiano makers & workshops