Twist/D: A radical, contemporary instrument
Twist / D
TRAMAZITE, PATINA, BRASS, STEEL, ALUMINIUM, TIMBER, LIQUID MINERALS
an exploration of form, function and experience
Twist/D is our first autonomous DESIGnER piano and is a tightly curated amalgamation of sculpture, experiential technical features and the touch, sound and feel of a fine grand piano. Sculpted in our signature Twist form, the instrument's surface has been enriched by a graded blue and white patina, paired with our proprietary blue Tramazite.
oUR designer piano is aN ART PIECE, COMBINING Luxury MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AND SCULPTURE.
A unique performance tool
Players of Twist/D are able to select the sound of an instrument on which to play, digitally sculpt it, and then decide which environmental setting they wish to play in. Computer modelled Steinways and Bechsteins from differing eras provide an array of tonal qualities to choose from.
Attack, tuning and reverb dials provide a compelling level of interactivity for the user. Inspired by vintage synthesisers and designed for optimum tactility, the analogue controls allow the player to transform the piano into a unique performance tool.
Bespoke soundscapes
The reverb dial controls environmental settings recorded as Based Upon journeyed into landscape. In a continuation of their practice, site-specific samples were captured, but this time in audio form. These have been documented in the artist’s signature way to become epic cinematic studies in which Based Upon is discovered with large, colourful balloons.
Vivid geometric intrusions upon wild, desolate vistas were popped to release a sonic explosion, becoming the basis of the unique environmental reverb settings used within the piano.
Specification | Details |
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Design Dimensions (Lid Closed) | 2026mm (W) x 1213mm (D) x 900mm (H) |
Design Dimensions (Lid Open) | 2026mm (W) x 1213mm (D) x 1862mm (H) |
Weight (Freestanding with ballast weights) | 355kg |
Weight (With fixing plate, no ballast) | 250kg |
Materials | Liquid metal, Patina, Tramazite, brass, steel, timber, aluminium honeycomb, composites |
Speakers | 1 x Sub 320W, 2 x 6” 75W, 2 x 4” 75W, 2 x Tweeters 75W |
Amplification | 8 channel amplifier with individual DSP |
Hz Range | 25Hz - 20,000Hz |
Polyphony | 256 notes |
Headphone Jack | 1/4” stereo jack (internal speakers mute on connection) |
Line Input | 1/4” stereo jack for external devices |
Line Output | Accessed internally: 2x phono (mono), 2x 1/4” mono, 1x 3.5mm TRS stereo jack for external sound systems |
Power | Mains operated 240V |
Voices | Eight Steinway & Sons and four Bechsteins |
Special Features | Nine site specific reverb environments |
Song Library | Twenty one curated tracks |
Pedal Inputs | Left: Soft (una corda), Middle: Surrender mode, Right: Sustain |
Keyboard Design | Eighty eight key master keyboard |
Key Surfaces | Ivory touch |
Key Action | Grand hammer action |
Key Features | Graded hammers, counterweights, triple sensor |
Where can I experience Twist / D? | Twist / D can be viewed by appointment at Based Upon’s gallery in Greenwich, London.
Please contact us to schedule an appointment at info@basedupon.com, or +44 (0) 20 8320 2122. |
Is Twist / D covered by a warranty? | Yes, Twist / D is covered by a two-year warranty. |
What is the lead time? | On average, the lead time to commission a Twist / D is approximately six months. More complex bespoke commissions may take additional time; we would be delighted to discuss this with you. |
How much does Twist / D cost? | Twist/D prices start from £150,000 excluding VAT. |
How do I order a Twist / D? | Please kindly contact us at info@basedupon.com, or +44 (0) 20 8320 2122 to make an enquiry. |
Twist / D
TRAMAZITE, PATINA, BRASS, STEEL, ALUMINIUM, TIMBER, LIQUID MINERALS