The Schimmel piano “Classic” model C 116 received numerous awards, such as the reddot design award 2018 for its clear minimalistic and timeless design. Together with renowned artists the German piano manufacturer developed the Schimmel Art Collection.  1952 Schimmel Pianos caused a sensation with the presentation of the first transparent acrylic glass piano. The glass piano was improved 30 years later by Nicholas Schimmel. The piano soon became famous as it toured the world with the entertainer Udo Jürgens. Today the glass piano is highly demanded for TV shows, concerts tours and stages. The Pegasus piano designed in cooperation with Luigi Colani transcended the traditional form of pianos. The piano is positioned on an acrylic glass plate so the piano seem s to hover in mid-air. The stool is part of the piano body and the lid opens automatically. The grand piano designed by the artist Otmar Alt attracts attention with its colourful, flamboyant design. The Schimmel models “Classic” and “Konzert” are artfully crafted since 1885 in Germany. Based on the quote of Wilhelm Schimmel “Quality prevails” the company's production is based on tradition, innovation and handcraft. Committed to a high quality “Made in Germany" is of elementary significance for the piano manufacturer. The selection of high-quality materials and the use of CNC machines guarantee precision parts of a constant high quality. The majority of the production process is nevertheless hand work based on the experience of artful craftwork grown over years. Instruments by Schimmel Pianos are made of more than 10.000 pieces, that are fitted precisely and artfully in hand work. For a constant improvement of their products and production processes Schimmel is involved in research and development. New developments are fostered through own innovations as well as cooperation with renowned scientists and institutes (Fraunhofer Society, Physikalisch Technische Bundesanstalt Braunschweig, Wilhelm Klauditz Institut für Holzforschung). The development of the own company software CAPE (computer assisted piano engineering) facilitates the construction of new models with a higher precision and quality. Instruments by Schimmel Pianos have received numerous awards, making Schimmel the most highly awarded German piano brand.