AdSilent System: Play your piano silently with headphones
Do you love the sound and feel of your acoustic piano? But are you hesitant to practice in the evenings, weekends or in a clairaudient apartment? You want to play whenever you get the inspiration without disturbing anyone?
There is a brilliant technical solution for exactly this wish: the AdSilent System.
This system turns your acoustic piano or grand piano into a hybrid instrument. You can “mute” at any time at the touch of a button and enjoy the full sound from headphones – while playing on your usual, real piano action.
The best of two worlds: How adsilent works
The AdSilent System is a highly precise optical system that I, as a specialist, incorporate into your existing piano.
- In acoustic mode (normal): You don’t notice anything. Your piano is playing and sounds just like always.
- In silent mode (enabled): You push a lever. A filigree, padded bar intercepts the hammers just before they hit the string. The instrument is now mechanically “silent”.
- The sensor: Meanwhile, a high-resolution, non-contact (!) optical sensor bar under the keys captures every nuance of your game – from velocity to pedal usage.
- The sound: These signals are sent to a digital sound module that creates a perfectly sampled, high-quality piano sound that you hear through headphones.
your advantages
The installation of an AdSilent system is not an “either or” decision. It’s a pure “and”.
- Play 24/7: Practice at 3 a.m. at night or while the family is sleeping in the next room. They don’t bother anyone.
- Real gaming feeling: They practice on their own weighted piano action – not on a plastic keyboard. Their stop and technique are trained on the real instrument.
- Full acoustics: With a move, the system is deactivated and you will enjoy the full, rich sound of your acoustic piano again.
- Modern functions: Depending on the model, the system offers useful extras such as an integrated metronome, recording functions or various instrument sounds.
Why the installation by the master is crucial
A mute system is a high-precision component that directly intervenes in the complex action of your piano.
As a master piano technician, my top priority is: the acoustic function and the feeling of playing must never be impaired. I guarantee professional installation, in which the stop strip and the sensors are precisely calibrated. The system is adjusted in such a way that the playing feel remains precise in acoustic mode.
This is not a work for a hobbyist, but an intervention that requires deep mechanical understanding.
Frequently Asked Questions about the AdSilent System
Can an AdSilent system be built into any piano?
In almost every one. Whether grand piano or piano – most instruments can be retrofitted without any problems. There are very few structural exceptions (e.g. extremely old or small designs). During an on-site assessment, I check the space and the compatibility of your action.
Does the installation change the feel of my piano?
In acoustic mode (when the system is off): No. With a masterful installation, I adjust the action in such a way that they don’t feel any difference. In silent mode: The feeling is slightly different, as the hammer path is slightly shortened by the stop bar. However, since the sensors measure contactless optically, there is no “resistance” as with older systems.
How long does the installation take and does the piano have to be picked up?
No, transport is usually not necessary. I install the AdSilent system directly on site, including the sensor strip and precise calibration of the stop bar. How long the installation takes depends on the instrument – I’ll discuss that with you during the preliminary inspection. If desired or if further work on the instrument is pending, the installation can also take place in my master workshop.
Does the system sound “electronic”?
no. The AdSilent uses high-quality digital “samples” (recordings) of real concert grand pianos. The sound over good headphones is impressively realistic and dynamic.
You will find more answers on the Frequently Asked Questions page.
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