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The piano was invented in 1700. By the 1830's there was a need for louder, more powerful instruments that could be heard in
new large concert halls. Musicians wanted more volume (dynamics) without losing musical tone. The Steinway family created new inventions to meet this demand and protected their ideas by filing patents. In addition they used the best raw materials and controlled the entire production process in their own factory. The result was a more powerful instrument that was durable in the harsh North American climate. The popularity of Steinway pianos made it difficult to meet the demand with old production techniques. In 1853, when their factory opened they could make one piano a week, but by 1860 they could make 35 pianos a week. They employed over 350 people and employed new technologies like steam power to increase their production.
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