Class
Reverse Engineering

Year

2019

Specs
  • 1:18 scale
  • Arduino coded note frequencies
  • Laser cut acrylic keys
  • Engraved wooden frame
Grade
  • A+

Model B Steinway Grand

This was a high school project, but it was also one of my very first projects. I vividly remember being transfixed by the whole design process—jumping out of bed early in the morning and staying in the lab until curfew.

Results

The final model is a fully functional, single octave, to-scale Steinway Model B Grand. Each key plays the actual frequency of the corresponding note; the lid is hinged, and can adjust to 4 heights; an LED indicates the power status.

And, of course, the Harry & Sons logo is proudly engraved on top.

See below for the design process.