Johannus Orgelbouw
Johannus Orgelbouw b.v. is a company that was founded in 1972 by Hans Versteegt and his wife (at that time) Rineke. In the 1980s the company was sold. Johannus is currently located in Ede, Netherlands. Their specialty is in classical home and church organs. The Johannus organs are being exported to over 80 countries. They produce organs according to both BDO and AGO specifications.
Organ Series
Johannus has seven non-custom and one custom organ series.
- Studio - These organs are designed for churches with low budgets and for studios. There is one model with 1 manual and no pedals, and two models with two manuals and pedals.[1]
- Opus - The Opus series organs are designed for the most modest of budgets. There are three 2-manual versions and one 3-manual version available.[1]
- Vivaldi - Released in 2008, a new organ with the most recent technology. These organs take place between Opus and Sweelinck.[1]
- Sweelinck - These organs are designed for small churches and those who have a moderate budget. There are two 2-manual versions and one 3-manual version available.[1]
- Rembrandt - The top non-custom line of the Johannus Organs. These are designed for large churches and concert halls, but may also be installed in living rooms. These organs have drawknobs, and there are one two-manual version, two three-manual versions and one four-manual version available.[1]
- American Classic VII - This large three-manual organ is designed for large churches that have a large budget. Many of the items that are optional on the previously-mentioned models are standard on this organ.[1]
- Exclusive Design - These organs are specially designed for living rooms and halls. There are 2-manual and 3-manual organs available on these series.[1]
- Monarke - The Monarke line of organs is designed to be completely custom. It is the best way to build exactly the organ you want. Organs are available with any number of manuals, pipe facades, and any features the owner feels are necessary.[1]
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