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Seismic Isolation for Piano Forte

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Unleash the Soul of Your Piano

Imagine a grand piano that sings with newfound clarity, its notes vibrant, responsive, and free from the constraints of the floor beneath it. Townshend Audio’s Seismic Isolation for Piano Forte redefines piano performance by breaking the acoustic connection between your instrument and the ground. A surprising amount of a piano’s sound—rich, resonant, and dynamic—is lost through its legs, absorbed by the floor, and muddied by structural vibrations. Our cutting-edge isolation technology sets your piano free, unlocking its full tonal potential while silencing disruptive vibrations that travel to adjacent rooms or buildings.

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Key Benefits You’ll Love

Unrivaled Clarity:

Users consistently praise the isolators for cleaner bass, clearer treble, and a more responsive playing feel, particularly for soft dynamics and timing nuances.

neighbor-friendly

The neighbor-friendly aspect is noted, as the isolators reduce floor-transmitted vibrations, making them ideal for apartments or shared spaces

Floating Piano

The slight “wobble” (due to the piano floating on Load Cells) was mentioned by one user but deemed unnoticeable during play after adjustment

Why Your Grand Piano Needs Seismic Isolation

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Grand pianos, whether a petite 400-pound Yamaha or a concert-ready 1,100-pound Steinway, transmit a surprising amount of sound through their legs into the floor. This not only muddies the tone but can also disturb neighbors. Townshend Seismic Piano Forte Isolators use advanced Seismic Load Cell™ technology to decouple your piano from the floor, virtually eliminating vibrations that interfere with sound quality and travel through the building structure. The result? A more responsive piano, crystal-clear notes, and a neighbor-friendly performance that lets you play with confidence.
Tailored to Your Piano’s Weight and Make
Every grand piano is unique, with weights varying significantly by make and model:
  • Petite Grand (e.g., Yamaha GB1K, 4’5”–4’10”): 400–500 lbs
  • Baby Grand (e.g., Kawai GX-2, 5’11”): 540–700 lbs
  • Medium/Parlor Grand (e.g., Steinway Model M, 5’7”): 500–700 lbs
  • Ballroom/Semi-Concert Grand (e.g., Bösendorfer 214, 6’2”–7’): 900–1,000 lbs
  • Concert Grand (e.g., Steinway Model D, 8’11”): Up to 1,100 lbs
To ensure your piano floats compliantly and is fully isolated, we customize the Seismic Load Cell™ capacity based on your piano’s specific weight and make. Each isolator, comprising a suspended triangular platform supported by three adjustable Load Cells, is placed under the piano’s legs and can support up to 500 kg (1,100 lbs) total. For heavier pianos or unique setups, we offer bespoke solutions with higher-capacity Load Cells.

What our customers say about us?

These piano isolators are wonderful. Perhaps their original purpose was to prevent neighbours from being disturbed by the thunder of mighty chords through floorboards. But there’s a counter-melody here. Somehow these isolators sweeten and clarify the sound of the instrument itself. Instead of a muddy confusion of carpet, wood and plaster I hear pure notes singing freely in the air. It’s a joy to have them under the castors of my pianos

Stephan Hough-Classical pianist, composer, and writer

The Townshend under-piano floating isolators have been a remarkable upgrade to my 1909 Bosendorfer piano. The slightly muddy sound of this vintage piano has been transformed, the bass is much cleaner and articulate, and the whole piano benefits from a huge leap in clarity, without sacrificing the quintessential charm of the instrument. A several thousand pound upgrade in an instant!

Rafael Todes- Allegri Quartet

In the beginning I was afraid that my piano would ‘wobble’ a little too much because of the isolating system. My grand piano weighs 295 kg, so we changed the tension a bit. It still wobbles a bit, but I don’t notice it when playing. The sound is more relaxed, more sonor, not louder. It sounds natural, with warm, fabulous basses, and a less ‘tingling’ sound in the higher part of the piano… It’s especially easier to play soft, to separate lines. I feel more free in small timing details. My piano feels more ‘agile’: it reacts quick and feels more sensitive.

Yvonne Van Dongen- Piano Maestro

Somehow these isolators sweeten and clarify the sound of the instrument itself. Instead of a muddy confusion of carpet, wood and plaster I hear pure notes singing freely in the air. It’s a joy to have them under the castors of my pianos. Thrilled with these!”

 

Stephan Hough

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frequently asked questions

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

Townshend Audio’s mechanical low pass filter exemplifies true decoupling, offering a level of vibration isolation that far surpasses conventional attenuation methods. By effectively isolating components from vibrations down to below 3 Hz, Townshend ensures that high-fidelity audio systems perform at their best, free from the distortions caused by external vibrations.

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“Somehow these isolators sweeten and clarify the sound of the instrument itself. Instead of a muddy confusion of carpet, wood and plaster I hear pure notes singing freely in the air. It’s a joy to have them under the castors of my pianos. Thrilled with these!”
Spephen Hough
Spephen Hough a renowned pianist and MacArthur “Genius” award winner
The Townshend under-piano floating isolators have been a remarkable upgrade to my 1909 Bösendorfer piano. The slightly muddy sound of this vintage piano has been transformed, the bass is much cleaner and articulate, and the whole piano benefits from a huge leap in clarity, without sacrificing the quintessential charm of the instrument. A several thousand pound upgrade in an instant!”
Rafael Todas
Rafael TodasAllegri String Quartet
I have used the Townshend Piano Isolators on Steinway, Fazioli, Bösendorfer and Kawai pianos, and am impressed by the significant effect they have on sound quality and projection.”
Mark Swartzentruber
Mark SwartzentruberThe Cross-Eyed Pianist
In the beginning I was afraid that my piano would ‘wobble’ a little too much because of the isolating system. My grand piano weighs 295 kg, so we changed the tension a bit. It still wobbles a bit, but I don’t notice it when playing. The sound is more relaxed, more sonorous, not louder. It sounds natural, with warm, fabulous basses, and a less ‘tingling’ sound in the higher part of the piano… It’s especially easier to play soft, to separate lines. I feel more free in small timing details. My piano feels more ‘agile’: it reacts quick and feels more sensitive.”
Anonymous European Pianist
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The Science of Sonic Freedom

At the heart of our Piano Isolators lies Townshend’s proprietary Seismic Load Cell™ technology, a revolution in vibration control honed over decades in high-fidelity audio engineering. Each isolator is a precision-engineered platform suspended by adjustable Load Cells, comprising a high-tensile steel spring encased in a flexible synthetic rubber jacket with air-resistant damping. This creates a low-pass mechanical filter that isolates vibrations from 3 Hz upward, effectively floating your piano in a vibration-free zone.
Why It Matters: A piano’s sound travels not only through the air but also through its legs into the floor, where it becomes muffled or distorted. This structural coupling dulls the instrument’s responsiveness and muddies its tone. Our isolators sever this link, ensuring every note resonates with pristine clarity.

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A Neighbor-Friendly Revolution

By decoupling the piano from the floor, our isolators virtually eliminate vibrations that transmit to adjacent rooms or buildings, making high-level practice sessions peaceful for those nearby.

Beyond elevating your piano’s performance, Townshend’s Seismic Isolation for Piano Forte is a game-changer for shared spaces. Vibrations from a piano can travel through floors and walls, causing annoyance in adjacent rooms or neighboring buildings—especially in apartments, studios, or historic venues. Our isolators stop these vibrations at the source, ensuring your music stays where it belongs: in your space.
Eliminate Structural Noise: By isolating vibrations above 3 Hz, our technology prevents the “irritating boom” that couples through floors to nearby rooms 

Practice Without Disturbance: Enjoy high-level playing at any time without worrying about complaints, making it ideal for urban settings or multi-unit buildings.

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Preserve Historic Spaces

In venues with sensitive floors or structures, our isolators protect both the piano and the building, ensuring your music leaves no trace.

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Engineered for Elegance and Ease

Designed with both performance and practicality in mind, Townshend Piano Isolators are as unobtrusive as they are effective:
Universal Fit: Each isolator comprises a suspended triangular platform supported by three adjustable Seismic Load Cells™, placed under the piano’s legs. They accommodate any grand piano, with customizable load capacities for perfect balance.

Simple Installation: Setup is straightforward, requiring no modifications to your piano. Adjustable Load Cells ensure precise leveling, even on uneven floors.

Discreet Design: Crafted in the UK with durable materials, the isolators blend seamlessly under your piano, preserving its aesthetic while delivering unmatched performance.

Robust and Reliable: Backed by a 5-year warranty, our isolators are built to withstand years of use, supporting the weight and dynamics of even the most spirited performances.

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Why Choose Townshend Audio?

Immerse yourself in sonic truth with Townshend Audio’s Fractal Speaker Cables and Interconnects, engineered for ultimate transparency.
Featuring proprietary Fractal™-treated copper, these cables banish distortion and unveil a captivating, lifelike soundstage that redefines audio fidelity.
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Why Choose Townshend Audio?

For over 50 years, Townshend Audio has been a pioneer in vibration control, trusted by audiophiles and professionals worldwide. Our Seismic Isolation technology, celebrated in products like the Allegri+ Preamplifier and Seismic Podiums, has redefined clarity in high-fidelity audio. Now, we bring that expertise to the world of piano forte, offering a solution that transforms your instrument and respects your surroundings.
Proven Expertise: “Townshend’s obsession with vibration control pays off,” delivering “startling improvements in focus and dynamics” (Hi-Fi World, 2024).

Innovative Legacy: Founded by Max Townshend, our designs challenge conventional wisdom, prioritizing purity and performance (Townshend Audio, 2024).

Global Acclaim: From concert pianists to home musicians, users praise the “immediate and noticeable” improvement in sound quality (Townshend Audio, 2024).

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Why Choose Isolda Speaker Cables?


Most speaker cables in the audio industry overlook the science of transmission line theory, resulting in micro-reflections that smear and veil the purity of sound. These reflections bounce between the source and speaker, muddying the music you love. The Isolda DCT Speaker Cable eliminates this issue through its unique geometry, closely matching the impedance of your amplifier and speakers. The result? A crystal-clear soundstage, lifelike 3d imaging, and seismic bass that transforms your listening experience.

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Engineered for Audiophile Perfection

Crafted by hand in small batches, Townshend Isolda cables feature closely spaced, insulated flat copper conductors encased in a polyester braid sheath. This design makes them virtually immune to Radio Frequency Interference (RFI), ensuring a silent background that lets every note shine. Whether you’re listening to intricate classical compositions or powerful rock anthems, the Isolda delivers sound so natural, it feels like the artist is in the room.

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Pure, Uncolored Sound

 

The Isolda DCT’s impedance-matched design (8 ohms) eliminates signal reflections, delivering music exactly as recorded. The Ear praises it as “one of the best speaker cables money can buy” for its neutral, fatigue-free sound.
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Seismic Bass Power

Closely spaced EDCT copper ribbons produce deep, articulate bass with unrivaled solidity. townshendcable.com highlights “bass with a power that is truly seismic,” making every low note punchy and precise.
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Stunning 3D Imaging

he cable’s low-inductance geometry creates a holographic soundstage, placing instruments with pinpoint accuracy. 6 Moons notes it “can convey a huge and realistic soundstage,” immersing you in the music.

 

 

 
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Silent Backgrounds

 

Virtually immune to RFI due to its flat, closely spaced conductors, the Isolda DCT ensures pitch-black backgrounds.
 
With genuinely silent backgrounds,” letting subtle details shine.“
 
 
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Perfect Impedance Matching

With an 8-ohm impedance matching typical speakers, the Isolda DCT prevents distortion from mismatched cables. townshendcable.com explains this preserves square waves, ensuring “no ringing or distortion.”
 
 
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Unequal Lengths, Same Sound

Unlike other cables, Isolda DCT Speaker Cables perform flawlessly even in unequal lengths. Thanks to their advanced impedance-matching technology, the sound from each speaker remains identical, regardless of cable length. This flexibility makes them ideal for any audio setup, from compact home systems to sprawling high-end rigs.

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Explosive, Precise Dynamics

 

EDCT-treated conductors deliver lightning-fast transients and vast dynamics for thrilling playback. Every note snaps with energy from whispers to orchestral peaks, as HiFi Pig praises its “bass clarity and space,” emphasising high-current handling, ideal for dynamic genres like rock or classical. The Isolda DCT brings music to life with unmatched precision and power.
 
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Natural, Fatigue-Free Sound

We’ve engineered the Isolda DCT for a relaxed, natural sound, free from harshness or edge. Impedance matching and RFI immunity ensure effortless music flow, perfect for vocals or acoustics, and one astute audiophile’s tale of his relief from “Alice-in-Wonderland” cable woes. Enjoy hours of fatigue-free listening with emotional depth and clarity.
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Unleash Your Music’s True Potential

 The Townshend Isolda DCT Speaker Cable is your key to audiophile bliss.

 Transform your hi-fi into a sonic masterpiece. Don’t just listen—experience music with seismic power, stunning clarity, and soul-stirring emotion today.

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