Technical Information

Piano Shells

We use custom white Baby Grand shells made by Dutch Grand (Netherlands).

• Length: 146cm
• Width: 100cm
• Height (assembled): 85cm
• Height (packed down): 25cm
• Weight: 22kg

Piano Keyboards

Yamaha CP33 digital stage pianos — fitted directly into the Baby Grand shells.

Bass Keyboards

MIDI bass keyboards positioned above the pianos, used instead of a traditional bass guitarist.
This gives us maximum flexibility with song choices.

Drum Kits

We select the most appropriate kit based on venue size and event type.

• Yamaha Stage Custom
• Rogers Vintage Rock Kit
• Rogers Vintage Jazz Kit
• Roland TD-50K2 Electronic Drum Kit

Other Instruments

Additional musicians (guitar, sax, etc.) bring their own professional instruments.

PA Systems

We have two sound systems available:

• 2kW PA — for Popup Pianobar (up to ~100 guests)
• 6kW PA — for Duelling Pianos & One Piano Show (up to ~400 guests)

Mixing Consoles

We use one of the following mixers depending on the Act

• Soundcraft Ui12 — Popup Pianobar
• Soundcraft Ui24R — Duelling & One Piano Shows

Lighting

Coloured lighting for the band/performance area

• 3 × Ultrabrite RGB LED PAR64 lights
• LED piano trim lighting

If you require additional lighting or special effects, contact us →

Microphones

We use a selection of high-quality microphones:

• 2 × Sennheiser EW100 G4 handheld wireless mics
• RØDE NT4 stereo overhead
• Shure Beta 52A (kick drum)
• Shure Beta 57A (instrument)
• Shure GLXD14/B98 wireless instrument mic

Monitors / Foldback

Depending on the venue:

• In-ear monitoring — Xvive U4 (1–5 units)
• Wedge monitors — dB Technologies Flexsys FM12

We’re always happy to liaise directly with your venue to schedule a smooth load‑in before guests arrive.

Our piano shells are lightweight (22kg each) and fold down.
Rolled upright on wheels, they fit easily through most doorways.

A temporary loading area must be provided for unloading and reloading equipment.

Access can significantly affect setup time. Long corridors, steps & stais, restricted and slow lifts or difficult logistics will extend loading time and may incur additional fees.

Minimum access dimensions:

• Door width: 0.65m
• Lift size: 1.0m (L) × 0.65m (W) × 1.5m (H)

PianoFactor reserves the right to refuse load‑in if access is unsafe or could cause injury to crew or guests.

The client must provide suitable parking for the entire duration of the event—including load-in, the performance, and load-out. Parking arrangements will be outlined in the contract.

Suitable parking refers to on-site parking whenever possible, or nearby parking within walking distance if on-site options are unavailable.

Duelling Pianos

Minimum: 5.0m × 2.5m

One Piano Show

Minimum: 3.5m × 2.5m

Popup Pianobar

Minimum: 2.0m × 2.0m

If you’re unsure about space, contact us →

Load‑in

20 minutes (ideal access) to 1–2 hours (venues with long corridors, restricted lifts or complex access).

Setup

Approximately 1 hour.

Soundcheck

30 minutes. The room must be empty for health and safety reasons.

Tear‑down

Approximately 45 minutes.

Load‑out

Similar duration to load‑in.

Either of the following is sufficient:

• 2 x 13A sockets on separate ring circuits
• or 2 x 16A single‑phase sockets

If any changes or additional requirements arise, they will be outlined in the contract.

A stage is optional, and our performance can take place either on a stage or directly on the floor.
If the event setup requires staging—whether for visibility, aesthetics, or logistical reasons—the venue or client is responsible for providing all required stage components, setup, and removal.

Please inform us well in advance if your venue uses a sound limiter.

Limiters can be challenging — especially if poorly calibrated. For venues with restrictive systems, we can use our electronic drum kit to help control volume.

We always do our best to stay within limits, but incorrectly configured limiters can cut power abruptly and may pose a risk to equipment.

More information is available here: Sound Limiter Guide →

Duelling Pianos

The WOW Factor act for mid-sized to large events.

• A — 2 Pianos & Drums
• B — 2 Pianos, Drums & Guitar
• C — 2 Pianos, Drums & Sax
• D — 2 Pianos, Drums, Guitar & Sax

One Piano Show

Perfect for smaller venues, modest budgets or mid-sized events.

• A — Piano & Drums
• B — Piano, Drums & Guitar
• C — Piano, Drums & Sax
• D — Piano, Drums, Guitar & Sax

Popup Pianobar

Ideal for smaller venues or up-close events.

• Piano Only

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