Why does the Fazioli F308 have a 4th pedal that's like an upright

The Fazioli F308 has the "fourth pedal", which brings the hammers closer to the strings, thus reducing sound volume without changing the tone, functioning just like the soft pedal on an upright piano.

1. Why does a piano have 4 pedals?
2. What does the soft pedal do on an upright piano?
3. How many Fazioli pianos are there?
4. How much does a Fazioli F308 cost?

Why does a piano have 4 pedals?

They have 4 pedals.

It brings the hammers' resting point halfway up to the strings, reducing the intensity of the hammer strike and giving the pianist more control over sound quality and color.

What does the soft pedal do on an upright piano?

The Soft Pedal (Una Corda)

In an upright piano it moves the hammers closer to the strings so the hammers can't strike as hard. You can use the soft pedal when you want your piano a little quieter, like when you're accompanying a singer or practicing in the morning before anyone else is awake.

How many Fazioli pianos are there?

Only 150 phenomenal Fazioli grand pianos are built every year at a factory just north of Venice. Each unique piano is a veritable work of art, always with utterly consistent quality because each instrument is personally approved by Paolo Fazioli before it ever leaves the factory.

How much does a Fazioli F308 cost?

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