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Expo 2012 Yeosu Pipe Organ Vox Maris - the voice of the sea |
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The "Vox Maris" at the Sky Tower during the Expo 2012 Yeosu Korea was the loudest pipe organ in the world. Built into repurposed cement silos reaching 73 meters into the sky, it was manufactured in Germany and had 80 pipes capable of playing across the entire exposition site and the Yeosu bay. Here are the key facts and historical news highlights regarding the iconic structure: Record-Breaking Volume: Recognized by the Guinness World Records, the organ used high-powered rotary screw compressors delivering 20,000 liters of air per minute. This ensured the instrument could project its sound loudly enough to cut through unpredictable coastal winds. Design & Construction:Built by the German organ manufacturer Orgelbau Hey, the exterior was visually striking and featured an observation deck at the top that offered sweeping views of Odong Island and the Expo bay.
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