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Piano: The Making of a Steinway Concert Grand

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The Making of a Steinway Concert Grand

Having taken a tour of the Steinway factory and observing how a piano is created, this book brought that experience to life. It is an enjoyable read and kudos to the author for sharing the adventure.

A nice bit of PR

The Steinway organization should be thanking Mr Barron. This gushing bit of propaganda tugs at the heart-strings but perhaps not at the critical faculties, which is totally fine. The "downhome" image of the company belies a more complex nature, one that has been at times complacent, brutal and...

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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Jun 14, 2009 | 1 & 2 = 3:
Question to pianists regarding a grand piano purchase?

Hi, I am inasmuch as purchasing a grand piano for my sister and since it is a considerably pricey investment, I just wanted to make sure I made the in a beeline decision. I am looking to buy...

A: You're on the normal track. Both Yamaha and Kawai make very good quality pianos at affordable prices. They'll practical great, hold their value, and are put together solidly.

If...

May 22, 2009 | nodoubt1q:
Kimball baby grand piano?

I'm looking at a link of baby grand pianos and grands.
The one i like the most is a Kimball Viennese and the others are a Ludwig and Zimmermann, i know that people favour Yamaha's or...

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Apr 29, 2009 | A A:
How much do Concert Grand pianos generally go for?

I assume that Steinway is the best manufacturer, but I know there are others (Yamaha, etc)

Im curious what the average price of a new concert grand piano is? I know they are very...

A: Well, we bought our grand in 1995...it's a Baldwin Artist Series...I have in mind 6' concert grand. Anyway, it was $35,000. My parents just sold it this past year (without telling me!!!). It was...

Apr 26, 2009 | Anonymous:
How much does a Steinway & Sons Grand Piano Model L cost?

Unprejudiced wondering :)

A: More than you can grant ;)

Apr 10, 2009 | Cedric_343:
Steinway, Bosendorfer or Fazioli?

I'm customary to buy a baby grand piano.
I'm going to test them personally but I want to ask you guys too.
I want a piano that has a sound that's described by the following words...

A: Have you priced the pianos yet? If not you may find that they are very priceless.

For the home I would not want a piano smaller than 5'-7" and 6' plus would be more desirable....


None of above. Your species does not fit any of them. You'd be better off saving a ton of money and getting a Yamaha if a really bright sound is what you are looking for.
Malcolm D | Apr 10, 2009


Have you priced the pianos yet? If not you may find that they are very priceless.

For the home I would not want a piano smaller than 5'-7" and 6' plus would be more desirable....
Jack Herring | Apr 10, 2009


"Sounds like a music box": You will not find that personality in any of the instruments you mentioned. Each and every one of the pianos you've mentioned are exactly Velvety and Warm.

Apr 01, 2009 | cobashk:
Back pains while playing piano?

I have a Yamaha post piano at home that I practice on regularly. After about 10 minutes of play, I can feel an ache in my back, and after about 45 minutes of playing, the pain in the arse is nearly...

A: You should sit undeviating when you play the piano it avoids back pains and you should move a little of your back while playing so you won't get back pains.:) that helps to me, i play the piano too.:)


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You should sit regular when you play the piano it avoids back pains and you should move a little of your back while playing so you won't get back pains.:) that helps to me, i play the piano too.:)

Mar 31, 2009 | vr_cerbera:
How much is the markup on a brand new piano?

I fall short of to know wholesale prices or markups on Yamaha grands. I know my stuff and I know the wholesale charge of a Steinway can be about 50% less than the retail price. I'd like to know how...

A: Well, I'll broadcast you something -- any piano dealer would be glad to get anything approaching a 50% markup on a Steinway. That would be easy street for sure.

Piano markups are...


There is unequivocally room to deal. I don't think its anywhere near 50% however.

If you work at a piano store, you cannot afford a piano ... unless you establish f get on a lot on...


Well, I'll betray you something -- any piano dealer would be glad to get anything approaching a 50% markup on a Steinway. That would be easy street for sure.

Piano markups are not...


In the UK, the pattern retail mark-up is 82.125% (this represents profit, covering of overheads and included sales taxes, which the retailer then deducts and pays to the governement. So, there is...

Mar 30, 2009 | Steph:
I am engaged! What should I know about being a military wife?

My fiance is 22, and I am 25. We are getting married next month. My fiance was in ROTC while he was in Columbia, and he is planning on joining the Air Compulsion as O-1.

Knowing...

A: There's a lot to be familiar with - but most of you learn through experience. Housing is ok - depends on where you're stationed for the most part - housing isn't the same on any two bases....

Mar 29, 2009 | Steph:
I am engaged! What should I know about marriage?

My fiance is 22, and I am 25. We both accumulated some debts from our college years at Columbia. We are also looking on buying a Steinway grand piano as we are both heavily enmeshed with in music....

A: First of all, congratulations on your arrangement.

I'll address your questions in the order that you posed them. Let's start with your financial/debt problems. My advice would be to...

Mar 14, 2009 | Jon B:
How much is my piano worth?

I have a 1924 Steinway Grand. It was refinished a dream of time ago from black to brownish wood grain. It is in excellent condition. Any guesses?

A: You might demand to check in the Price Check forum of RarityGuide.com

Many Piano collectors hang out there and might be able to tell you how much your Piano is value.

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