Pianos Toronto: Used Pianos Sale, Pianos for Sale
February 22, 2012, 15:51
Irmler
Hobart M. Cable was established in 1900 in LaPorte, IN and was built in the United States for over 65 years. The "Cable" name, and more significantly, Hobart M. Cable has always been recognized as an American standard and an American favorite name brand. America Sejung Corp. has been meticulous and diligent to again make available to North America an instrument that perpetuates this heritage.
History
Johann Christian Gottlieb Irmler founded his company in 1818 in the musical city of Leipzig. Soon after few years his instruments gained great popularity. The old factory required expansion. A nearby area was purchased and new factory including a steam power station was built during the next 5 years. This major investment underlined the growing demand of his instruments in these early years.
In 1842 Johann Christian Gottlieb Irmler invented a new action for grand pianos, which allowed faster repetition and better control compared to the constructions used in these days. In the same year he was honoured by the King of Saxony with the Great Golden Saxony Royal State Medal for his achievements. The highest award of the state of Saxony.
The excellent grand pianos gained a wide reputation, which helped to make his instruments very popular outside of the German Empire. Numerous instruments were exported, mainly to the thriving Russian empire and the Scandinavian kingdoms.
Until 1900 Irmler received many awards, such as the Great Golden and the Golden Medal of his Majesty the King of Saxony. He was appointed to carry the official title of purveyor to the Court of his Royal Highness the Duke of Mecklemburg-Schwerin, and his Highness Duke of Anhalt.
In 1943 together with the many other piano firms , among them also Bluthner, the factory was bombed and burned down to the ground. The factory buildings in Leplaystrasse and the big magazine in Turnerstrasse were completely destroyed. This would normally have been the end of a successful history. But the family soon after World War II decided to start the business again. Under the Russian occupation it was very difficult the re-establish proper buildings suitable for piano making. When Mr. Irmler passed away the family escaped to the west. In 1953 the eastern German administration decided not to continue this great history.
In 1999 the well known Irmler Piano Company was re-established. Based on the philosophy of Johann Gottlieb Irmler today Irmler Piano GmbH manufactures affordable instruments with an outstanding value to make it possible for everyone to enjoy playing the piano.
The new Moon-time-System which makes it possible to hear the music only by ear phones was launched into the market with great success. More than 10 % of all instruments are now equipped with the revolutionary system. From now on Irmler friends could play their instrument as long as they want without disturbing their friends or neighbours.
Irmler Moon Time
Moontime pianos combine the advantages of acoustic pianos with those of digital pianos.
There will be no need to alter your playing style as you continue to experience the authentic touch of an acoustic instrument. You can combine your Moontime piano with your other equipment (PC, HIFI etc.).
Your Irmler Moontime is fully MIDI compatible and allows you to produce your own MIDI music tracks. During your playing you can mute the acoustic instrument and listen to your music "silently" though headphones, or external speakers, for practice without restrictions.
Choose from more than 80 digitally sampled sounds (3 pianos, 3 electric pianos and harpsichord etc.). Adjustable room acoustics. Enjoy your playing to the fullest. We supply you with everything necessary: Headphones, MIDI controller, sound generators and mute system.
Taken from Official site