AboutThomas Britanyak Expertise I am an organ/piano technician who has been actively involved with the design, building, repair, maintenance and installation of organs and pianos for 35 years. I began as a keyboard instrument apprentice and hold degrees in music and electronics.
If you need a piano's date of manufacture, please go to http://www.pianoexchange.com/howold.htm or http://www.bluebookofpianos.com/pianoage.html
I am happy to answer musical or technical questions, however, I CANNOT offer appraisals on pianos or organs. Please do not ask what an instrument is worth. For this service please contact an experienced local appraiser or try the following links:
https://mmm1100.verio-web.com/blueb1/appraisal.html or http://www.57piano.com/questions.htm
Question I have no idea where to find the model number of my Kawai upright, but the serial # is 1661183. I'm relocating and can't take it with me. How much should I ask? It is in great condition.
Answer Hello Jason! Thank you for the question. Your piano was probably built in 1986. The range is '86 to '88. A model number would help. Providing an appraisal is best done in person by a qualified piano appraiser. There are many factors to consider, such as height, sound, condition of the action, strings, structure, soundboard, etc. The following websites should be quite helpful: http://www.bluebookofpianos.com/grades.html http://www.pianoexchange.com/howold.htm
https://mmm1100.verio-web.com/blueb1/appraisal.html
