Kawai K8 upright piano 1961

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocmXX_oMjXI[/embedyt] Kawai makes fine pianos in their Japanese factory, this is no exception. This piano was not made in polyester. The older ones do not have the perfection of polyester. But the design of the sound and action is superior to current equivalent models. This Kawai has 2 pedals, a practice pedal is now a […]

1934 Bluthner style 4 (5ft grand piano) WITH OR WITHOUT SILENT MECHANISM?

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Tge8VMSaM8[/embedyt] Assesment of Bluthner style 4 grand piano that came into stock This Bluthner came with a quiet time mechanism silent playing system. Which enables late night practice. This Quiet time is the best silent system available. However, silent systems do impeed pianisimo playing. Some fading on the casework devalues the piano which we [...]

Beckstein Model IV with an extremely heavy action

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JCFaasEpwbk[/embedyt] Touch weight will make a great difference in the playing experience. Often we focus on the tuning, but the 'feeling' of the action can alter the playing experience greatly. Marcus explores the action and potential issues with this Bechstein model IV grand piano. Buying a piano from an auction is a tricky business [...]

Why is this Steinway better than others?

We have many Steinway pianos in stock, this one is a Steinway model O 5'10" long. Why is this one better. This one  is from 1904. Singability - the piano sings in the mid-treble area, important for the melody to sing through the arrangment of bass/chord and melody. A warm bass - the bass is [...]

IN STOCK ASSESSMENT: Seiler Favorit 116cm upright c1985 bright walnut

Most pianos may not see too many Seiler pianos in their day to day playing as they are less common than other German makes such as Steinway, Bösendorfer, Bechstein, or Japanese made pianos. such as Yamaha and Kawai. They are in the German tier of top quality made pianos available. We try and promote these [...]

Some restored and reconditioned upright pianos in stock

Richard Lipp upright piano

  Steinway 1909 – the contour of the grain, shows through the bland polishing shows potential for refinishing. Slightly larger pins, swing style music desk. Also fully restored, not by us. Tuning pins are tight, more regulation will be needed. A bass string has been replaced to match the tone very well. Steinway 1898 – […]