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| Subject | Date Asked |
| 1936 Harmon Piano | 2/10/2012 |
| Q: where would I find the serial number on this piano? I am trying to sell for a good price but I ... A: If it's a vertical piano, open the top lid...after you remove all the pictures...and look inside on ... | |
| Geo. P. Bent piano | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: Model;Concord S/N 70388.What year and is it of any value? Thanks, Wm. A: Concord of Chicago, ILL. was manufactured by George P. Bent and for those numbers we are referred to ... | |
| Howard Cincinnati-chicago upright | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: I have a piano that belonged to my great grandma and now is mine it is a Cincinnati-Chicago upright. ... A: Howard was established in Cincinnati in 1895. This company was part of D.H.Baldwin, and then ... | |
| Oetzmann and Plumb's Upright | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: A friend of mine donated a piano for a garage sale I was having and I wasn't able to sell it. It's ... A: It looks like Brazilian Rosewood or something in the species with regard to the furniture. And, the ... | |
| Yamaha keyboard serial numbers | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: I recently purchased a used Yamaha MO6 workstation and cannot find out how to read the serial number ... A: I'm sorry I couldn't help. However, you can't ask a car mechanic about plumbing. If you read my ... | |
| Piano Information | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: What could you tell me about a Grinenell Brothers piano with the serial number 47495? It was given ... A: Ok... Let's call it a console! There is not other information regarding this piano at the time ... | |
| weber new york piano | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: Onesti I have a weber new york upright piano inside there is a number 48762. I dont know anything ... A: Weber & Co. was established in 1852 by Albert Weber in Manhattan, NY. In 1902, it became part of ... | |
| piano | 1/28/2012 |
| Q: I have a Schiller Upright Piano about a 1910 model. It is in fairly good condition with a nice old ... A: First off...you have the manufacturing date right. Regardless of the ornate character of the piano, ... | |
| piano ed werner | 1/23/2012 |
| Q: I have an old ED WERNER- Berlin piano serialnr. 7770 totally professionally restored. Allways ... A: The Werner company you mention, started in 1881 in Berlin, left no records for us...only a listing ... | |
| What is my piano worth,should I have it tuned ? | 1/20/2012 |
| Q: Ralph , I bought a house in N.Y which has a Girard piano make 1900. Everything looks original except ... A: Pianos that are left behind in houses are there for a reason...no one wants is. To repair that ... | |
| My George Steck Baby Grand | 1/19/2012 |
| Q: I finally found a number embossed on the underside of the sheet music holder. It is #6206. Can you ... A: That number is probably not the serial number. If it were, the piano would be from the 1870's. Look ... | |
| 1921 Gulbransen Upright | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing what I believe to be a 1921 Gulbransen-Dickinson Upright piano, which is ... A: Generally speaking, there is no historical value. All of the value is placed in the piano's ability ... | |
| 1940's Baldwin Baby Grand 4 legs | 1/15/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1940's Baldwin Baby Grand Piano that is a bit different than a regular baby grand - it has ... A: Art Deco cases were not unusual and the case really did not change the workings of the piano. Made ... | |
| Steck Piano Player | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: I have a Steck 88 note Aolean Piano Player. What I would like to know is what is mean't by ... A: I'm not a player guy...but I have "people"... Themodist rolls have extra holes near both edges that ... | |
| Cadillac Piano | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: I have a 1900's Cadillac upright player piano including original purchas papers. Piano has been in ... A: OK...first of all I'm thinking retirement homes. Go to http://www.ptg.org. There you can plug in ... | |
| Sohmer Piano Age/Value | 1/9/2012 |
| Q: I saw your answer about another Sohmer piano and thought I would ask about one that I am thinking of ... A: The piano was made in 1962. The 34 is the height, approximately from the floor, and the IP the ... | |
| identifying my piano | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: I have been searching (unsuccessfully) to find out more about my upright piano's manufacturer and ... A: Well...I looked through over 12,000 manufacturers including Beale which made most of the pianos in ... | |
| Kawai piano | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: Your opinion on a Kawai 804F. It is in fine condition. I'm told it is 15 yrs. old. I think it is ... A: Well...Kawai happens to be one of my favorite pianos. I do a lot of studio and concert work and ... | |
| D H Baldwin c152 | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: i am ignorant about piano's- found this for my wife she has played for nearly 50 yrs-- it is a black ... A: These were discontinued in 1995. They were made in Korea by Samick. It's approximately 5'1". They ... | |
| Kawai piano | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: Your opinion on a Kawai 804F. It is in fine condition. I'm told it is 15 yrs. old. I think it is ... A: I appears the piano was made in 1990. And I think that's too old for the "millennium" system. This ... | |
| Hemenway Mfg by Henry & S. G Lindeman | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help. My parents have had a piano in their basement since moving to the house in ... A: For a manufacturing date I have 1897. There is no value left in this piano and I would strongly ... | |
| cable and sons player piano | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: I recently bought a house, and the previous owners left behind a player piano. Upon looking inside ... A: The piano was made in 1925 right in the middle of "player piano frenzy". Owners typically gutted ... | |
| Yamaha / Baldwin Piano Purchase Questions | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: I'm interested in buying a grand piano. I have two daughters, 11 and 15 yrs old, who have each been ... A: first of all...Baldwins are not up to par as they were in the old days...not a good choice. ... | |
| Langdon upright grand | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a Langdon cabinet grand and was wondering about its history. I see you've answered ... A: The Langdon piano company was at 88 Brown Place in New York. It was established by F. L. Raymond in ... | |
| Kimball artist console | 12/9/2011 |
| Q: I'm not sure if I should part with my Kimball upright serial number A50717. I can't find the age ... A: It was made in 1976, give or take a few months. When you say is it worth fixing, I assume it needs ... | |
| Antique player paino | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: I'm very glad that I have a chance to ask you. I have one question which is very important for me. ... A: The link you gave me was for TOTALLY restored pianos! Yours hasn't been touched. I'd say that ... | |
| Antique player paino | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: I'm very glad that I have a chance to ask you. I have one question which is very important for me. ... A: Well... That changes everything! Which museum was that? And, would they give you a letter of ... | |
| Antique player paino | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: I'm very glad that I have a chance to ask you. I have one question which is very important for me. ... A: Unfortunately, it is impossible to put an accurate price on a piano I haven't inspected. And, the ... | |
| WW Kimball piano | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to buy an upright oak Kimball piano for $500. The serial number is J31498 ... A: That was made in 1988 in Jasper, IN. The price sounds well within reason for a console. You may ... | |
| god | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: we have an image of a persons head flamed into our wh paling piano front panel. is this a common ... A: What I see there is a bookmatched veneer. That happens when you take a log, slice off thin pieces ... | |
| Story and Clark Piano worth acquiring? | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a piano for my wife. My wife plays and would like to teach our ... A: Without looking at the piano, I am already skeptical that this would be a good buy. I'm guessing it ... | |
| Upright Piano | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: I have an Upright Mahogany Piano. It was made by R.S.Howard & Company (New York) and the serial ... A: The piano was built in 1926 in New York. They were affiliated with Horace Waters pianos and were ... | |
| Schumann Cabinet Grand : 3085 serial number | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: My in-laws have a "Schumann Cabinet Grand" : 3085 serial number (?) inside the top lid, three panels ... A: You can do anything from nothing to a full restoration. Nothing makes more sense as any money put ... | |
| Piano Age | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a Hobart M Cable console piano. How long should I wait before I get it tuned? Also, is ... A: The piano was made in 1955. There are two avenues for the tuning thing: 1. let it sit in the house ... | |
| Breman piano appraisal | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: We need to sell my mother's childhood piano and would like to know what it's worth and where can we ... A: First off, there are plenty of great techs in southern California! If you go to http://www.ptg.org ... | |
| Buying a second hand piano | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: We are thinking of buying a second hand piano for our 2 little boys. They are just beginning to ... A: I would strongly suggest your hiring a technician to evaluate the pin block. I'm not sure how old ... | |
| Antique Piano at Church | 11/22/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering if you'd have any information on the piano we have at our church. It is a Langdon ... A: If I understand you correctly, the piano has great sentimental and heirloom value. Quite frankly, ... | |
| story and clark upright piano | 11/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a Story and Clark upright piano in great condition.My parents bought it in the 60's.The ... A: The piano was made in 1961. I'm just guessing you mean "vertical" and not upright. Upright would ... | |
| Antique Piano at Church | 11/17/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering if you'd have any information on the piano we have at our church. It is a Langdon ... A: The Langdon pianos manufactured by Raymond in Ohio start with a serial number of 20000. Is it ... | |
| Story & Clark Piano Organ combination | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: I'm so glad I found you! My grandmother gave me a maple Story & Clark piano back when I was about ... A: I'm glad you found me too... But...don't you hate that word...I am not an expert in anything ... | |
| Kimball piano | 11/13/2011 |
| Q: I was given a Kimball model S455, s/n D13062. It has some sticky keys, it is in good condition. ... A: I looks like it was made in 1981. They were middle of the road decent pianos if the were kept in a ... | |
| cabinet grand piano | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: I have an old piano that I salvaged from a historic house. The only markings I can find is it's a ... A: OK... Then we are stuck...and this happens. I still think that this was and Estey Manufactured ... | |
| kingsbury Piano | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: I have an old piano that has the cable company chicago,kingsbury chicago, the serial number on it is ... A: The piano was made in 1908. The top layer is decorative veneer. If it is all there, you can apply a ... | |
| Piano/Organ | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: We have a 1845 Timothy Gilbert Square Grand Piano with an organ attachment patented by J. S. Ivers ... A: This piano was made in Boston, and your year estimate is pretty much correct. The organ attachment ... | |
| cabinet grand piano | 11/3/2011 |
| Q: I have an old piano that I salvaged from a historic house. The only markings I can find is it's a ... A: I suspect that this piano was manufactured by the Grand Piano Company. If you would be so kind as ... | |
| Bremen Piano | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to sell a Bremen cherry-wood, upright piano. It was my piano as a child. I started ... A: Good job! That number shows the piano being made in Illinois in 1954. And with that added ... | |
| Bremen Piano | 10/31/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to sell a Bremen cherry-wood, upright piano. It was my piano as a child. I started ... A: I need a little more information: 1. height above the floor 2. a better picture of the ... | |
| Estimated value of Baldwin Baby Grand Model R | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: My Mother passed away a few years ago, she was a music teacher and has a Baldwin Baby Grand in ... A: The piano was made in 1953. Value will depend on mechanical and acoustical viability. And, you're ... | |
| Lindeman and Sons upright piano | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: We recently acquired a Lindeman and Sons upright piano with the number 100138 on the interior. ... A: The piano was made in 1909 on New York. Generally, most piano technicians have ivory key tops taken ... | |
| DH Baldwin piano | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: I am looking to buy piano for my kids. Just saw a ad for D H Baldwin C152, black baby grand piano. ... A: The D.H. Baldwins, like the one you are looking at was discontinued in 1995, and they were built by ... | |
| Harrington Harmon & Peck baby grand piano | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a lovely Harrington Harmon& Peck baby grand piano. I believe the serial # is 3332 Sadly I ... A: Right off, I'd say your serial number is not correct. I think it should be at least 5 digits. ... | |
| Lauter Baby Grand Piano-1917 | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: I am downsizing and want to sell my piano. It is in good condition internally and externally. I am ... A: The serial number is generally on the steel plate near the tuning pins. Some of them place the ... | |
| Paling | 10/7/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 pianos to ask about. The first one is a Victor WH Palings, which from the serial number is ... A: Both pianos were manufactured by the Beale Piano Company in New South Wales. The "minor" was built ... | |
| premier grand restoration | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a premier grand New York, produced by Merrill Piano in Boston. There is a number carved in ... A: Absolutely not! If you were my client, I would have to advise you that there would be no financial ... | |
| Prüchner grand piano | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: We've got a grand piano marked with a "Prüchner" script logo and Berlin below that on the fall ... A: I have over 12,000 piano manufacturers on record and none with that name. This probably means they ... | |
| Baldwin piano | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: We recently acquired (yesterday!) a Baldwin Acrosonic Akros-Supreme Sonustone, serial # 736227. I ... A: ..again...lol The keys are more than likely plastic. If they were Ivory, there would be a seam ... | |
| Mathushek & sons | 10/2/2011 |
| Q: Hey! We recently have made the decision to sell our upright piano on Craigslist or such a website ... A: Well...you came up with everything but a serial number to help me date this piano. However, from ... | |
| Story & Clark piano ser #198676 | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: My grandmother recently gave me this piano. I am trying to figure out the age of it and a ballpark ... A: The piano was born in 1948 and by the looks of it, it's a spinet. Not knowing the condition of the ... | |
| Krakauer Bros Baby Grand | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a chance of getting a 1929 Karkauer Bros Baby Grand. Condition looks to be "good", but I ... A: Well...the 900.00 depends on its viability. I worry about the pin block, that piece of lumber in ... | |
| year and value of piano | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Cable, Fayette S piano serial no. 157974 and am wondering when it was made and what the ... A: There are several Cable companies. If this is the plain Cable built by Aeolian, then your piano was ... | |
| John E Broadwood & Sons piano c1847 | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: I have found an old John E Broadwood & Sons piano. It is in terrible shape, and needs ... A: It has no value now, and will have even less after reconditioning. Don't go there! I would be happy ... | |
| John Spencer & Co Piano | 9/24/2011 |
| Q: I paid to have restored a Brahm upright piano, the restorer happened to lose it!! He then delivered ... A: And I am truly sorry about your situation. 1. This person was no piano restorer. 2. There is no ... | |
| John Spencer & Co Piano | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: I paid to have restored a Brahm upright piano, the restorer happened to lose it!! He then delivered ... A: Can you please give me the configuration: spinet, console, studio console, upright, etc. Also, the ... | |
| antique piano | 9/22/2011 |
| Q: I hope this doesn't cost me any money, but I have the same exact question as Shirley but I have a ... A: There was the Plain old Elgin in Illinois, Elgin made by E.R. Johnson, and E.P. Johnson in Illinois. ... | |
| Marchen & Metzler Pianos | 9/11/2011 |
| Q: I would greatly appreciate any help you can give me on the following two queries... 1) Have you any ... A: Oh Bambi...never a disappointment. Sticking keys are usually minor items at best! My only real ... | |
| Hobart M. Cable Piano | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: I am in the process of downsizing and must sell my piano. It is a Hobart M. Cable in excellent ... A: The piano was made in 1966. The 1187 is a model number. It would be helpful to know the ... | |
| Marchen & Metzler Pianos | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I would greatly appreciate any help you can give me on the following two queries... 1) Have you any ... A: I know the feeling and truly empathize. This is why I never ventured in to retail end of the ... | |
| Yamaha piano | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I looked piano, needs little repair(minor) and tuning. Its Yamaha piano C108 5008883 has 3 pedals ... A: This was built in 1992 and it should be fine. The price is reasonable. Want to be sure of its ... | |
| lyon healy player piano | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: keeping an eye open for a piano for fun, I just purchased an lyon-healy washburn player piano at an ... A: These pianos were generally made in the 1920's when players were in vogue. Your black keys are most ... | |
| Re: Hammer Shanks and Flanges | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I recently asked you about installing new hammer shanks and flanges on a grand piano. I really ... A: This venue is really not the place. It would take pages and pages with pictures to match. I'm not ... | |
| 1979 Baldwin Acrosonic Upright Piano Information | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a Baldwin Upright Piano from a local dealer years ago. I was starting piano lessons, and ... A: No, There is no "detailed" information on acrosonics other than they were generally drop action ... | |
| Beckwith baby grand piano | 8/28/2011 |
| Q: My neighbor is trying to sell his piano which he states is over 40 years old. It looks to be in ... A: He could have purchased it in the seventies...but that doesn't mean it was new then. The serial ... | |
| tokai upright piano | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: I bought a shiny black Tokai upright piano from Victor's piano and Organ company in Miami,Florida.I ... A: I believe Tokai went out of business in 1988. So whatever you have there is pre...that. There are ... | |
| Beckwith baby grand piano | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: My neighbor is trying to sell his piano which he states is over 40 years old. It looks to be in ... A: Yes there is. Get me the serial number. From what I can determine, Bechwith pianos were made for ... | |
| Hobart M Cable Spinet Piano | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: My sister-in-law has the above mentioned piano and would like to sell it - it is a spinet, cherry ... A: The last Hobarts were made in 1965. It I had a serial number I could date the piano. 554 is not the ... | |
| Weser Brothers Piano | 8/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a Weser Brothers Piano, 3' wide, serial no.117474, with matching bench. It is in good ... A: The name was used by Winter, Story and Clark, and Kimball. You say 3 feet wide????? Are you sure ... | |
| Baldwin baby grand around 1952 or 3 | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I'm considering a Baldwin baby grand, year 1952 - 1953, serial # 120369, from an estate sale. I ... A: I can tell you that I personally rebuilt many Baldwin pianos from this period and would put them up ... | |
| old piano | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: ..Here's an heirloom if that's how you say it,lol i would like you to identify it , if you could ... A: There isn't much of a mystery here: There were established in 1864 by Robert and William Bell, ... | |
| Kohler and Campbell Piano | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: I sent the message a couple of days ago about the Kohler and Campbell piano. In response to your ... A: This piano is made by Samick in either Indonesia or Korea. With regard to the bass strings...all ... | |
| Mathushek piano | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: Interested in the general value of my Mathushek #34346 grand outstide good condition working have ... A: I need to know the extent of the restoration, and who did it. Pictures would help. I could give ... | |
| Weser Spinet Piano | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: I have had this piano all my life. I learned to play on it. I am 60 years old. I am moving from New ... A: The move will probably be worth more than the piano is now. At possible worth of 700.00, and adding ... | |
| Hammers Shanks & Flanges | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: I'm a writer working on an article on grand piano repair. I'd like to use an expert's own ... A: Huge question...big answer. Short answer. The long answer would take pages. 1. The piano must be ... | |
| Kohler and Campbell Grand KCG-600 | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: I am now looking at a Kohler and Campbell Grand KCG-600 brand new from a dealer. What is your ... A: First of all, regarding the help, you are quite welcome...that's why I'm here. Kohler and Campbell, ... | |
| Yamaha GHI Grand Piano | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in purchasing a Yamaha 5'3" GHI Grand Piano 1989 Ebony finish, being sold on ... A: I copied your comment and added mine: Comment - Thank you so much for your information. In the ... | |
| Hobart m cable serial# 225816 | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: Just got this piano and cannot find a picture online like it. The lift up top is curved at each end ... A: The piano was made in 1951. I think what you are describing is a "butterfly" grand, also know as ... | |
| Piano | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased a Howard Cincinnati Chicago cabinet grand. The number on it is 32698. I was hoping ... A: The piano was made in 1905. The two different colors of wood is more than likely veneer. This is a ... | |
| kawai piano | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: I'm willing to buy the Kawai piano serial # K748802 in a very good condition with just couple minor ... A: This piano was made in 1974 and may very well be a great buy. However, Asian piano manufacturers ... | |
| Yamaha GHI Grand Piano | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in purchasing a Yamaha 5'3" GHI Grand Piano 1989 Ebony finish, being sold on ... A: Comment - Thank you so much for your information. In the meantime I have worked with a technician ... | |
| Mathushek and Son Piano | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I have an old Mathushek and Son Piano (Upright - Cabinet Grand) in my house and looking to sell or ... A: The piano was built in 1896 in New York. The monetary worth of the piano has long since ... | |
| Mason Hamlin grand | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: I played a delightful Mason and Hamlin grand today and am interested in possibly purchasing it from ... A: I think you may have put the wrong serial number down here! That number puts the piano in the ... | |
| DH Baldwin baby grand piano | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: serial number 58415. yes it is correct. how much is this piano worth.. it has received routine ... A: This piano was built in 1907. The worth isn't terribly high, but it would be helpful to know the ... | |
| K.Kawai 650 grand piano | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a black K. Kawai no. 650, serial number 87828. The sound, keys, strings, hammers, sound board ... A: It was born in 1963. OK...now here comes my opinion...if what you say is true, that the insides are ... | |
| Hoffmann piano | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: I bought a Hoffmann(note 2 f's and 2 n's)upright piano about 3 years ago and would just like to find ... A: OK...the schwander is the name of the "action" manufacturer. That action is the assembly of all the ... | |
| Hallet and Davis quality | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: Is this piano worth looking at HALLET AND DAVIS BABY GRAND!! GERMAN SCALE IMPERIAL COLLECTION MODEL ... A: Since Hallet and Davis stopped making pianos around 1957, we know this is an Asian knock off. Is ... | |
| Hoffmann piano | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: I bought a Hoffmann(note 2 f's and 2 n's)upright piano about 3 years ago and would just like to find ... A: The only "manufacturer listed exactly as you spelled it was in Fort Lee, New Jersey. This ... | |
| Cable Nelso Piano | 8/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a cable nelson baby grand serial number 168392. Can you tell me when it was made? It is in ... A: Your piano was made in 1926, most probably after Everett took over the company. In fair to poor ... | |
| found piano | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I have come across a piano in a house we are buying, I am trying to find information on its history ... A: The piano was made around 1877. The factory was in New York. The monetary value is all but gone. ... | |
| Kohlor Campell, tom thumb w/ wiborite finish | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: What do I have? This piano is only 40 inches tall & 38 inches wide with 58 keys. I was told it was a ... A: The piano was made in 1927. These were, as you said, Tom Thumb pianos, or apartment pianos, or ... | |
| Piano repair | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: I recently was gifted a 1940's era Winter and Co. Musette. It's in fair shape and I would like to ... A: Aligning of the hammers to the strings in spinet pianos can be achieved in a couple of ways: 1. ... | |
| Beckwith 208875 | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: I'd like to know how old this piano (Beckwith, serial# 208875) is and the estimated value of it. ... A: The piano was made in 1920. These pianos were made for Sears and Roebuck. With regard to value, ... | |
| Carl Fischer piano | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Carl Fischer piano with serial number 32101 What is its age and value? ANSWER: Hi Borys ... A: OK then... I did further research just to make sure I wasn't missing anything and beyond the ... | |
| Carl Fischer piano | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Carl Fischer piano with serial number 32101 What is its age and value? A: Are you sure it's "Carl" Fischer, and not just Fischer or J and C Fischer in New York. The reason I ... | |
| Ludwig piano appraisal | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: Serial #116073, complete with stool, manufactured in 1965 without the upper and lower octaves, 72 ... A: The Ludwig name was discontinued in 1953. The serial number you give points to a manufacturing date ... | |
| schiller upright Piano | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: My daughter is 5. She just started piano lessons. We were going to get her a keyboard, but my cousin ... A: Right off the bat, you need to make sure that whomever you hire for this is registered with the ... | |
| Piano worth | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1910 Bush & Gerts Chicago cabinet grand or inverted grand piano. Serial # 13390. Has ... A: This piano was made in Chicago in 1894!!!! It is, by now, a piece of furniture with no worth as a ... | |
| August Förster | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can tell me a little bit of history and value of a August Förster upright grand piano ... A: It was established in 1859 by F A Forster. All of the history of this company is in Germany and ... | |
| Upright player piano | 7/24/2011 |
| Q: Do you have any information on an upright player piano manufactured by Bush & Lane Piano Co. with ... A: The piano was made in 1915...right about when players were in the beginning of coming into vogue. ... | |
| PIANO VALUE. | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A LOWREY PIANO. THE SERIAL NUMBER IS 587689. WHAT IS ITS VALUE? IT NEEDS TUNING BUT IT STILL ... A: The piano was made around 1981. I'm guessing it's a console. Mostly, the value is predicated on ... | |
| York by Weaver | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I obtained a York piano today. It is made by the Weaver company. Its serial # is 65327. I'd like to ... A: Weaver sold out all of its assets in 1959, but your piano was made long before that in 1918. These ... | |
| J.W.m. Shaw & Co. | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: I was hoping perhaps you could help me obtain some information regarding a piano that I have come ... A: There were a few Shaw Piano companies, the one which made your piano was of the smallest. Piano ... | |
| Piano Serial number | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a Weser Bros. upright piano and I want to find the serial number to see how old it is and if ... A: These pianos were made by Winter, Story and Clark and Kimball piano companies. The serial number is ... | |
| Piano Worth | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1906 Crown Geo. P. Bent, Chicago 4Pedal with a Complete Restoration. I want to sell it but ... A: Ok...the "complete restoration" throws a monkey wrench in the works. What I would need would be a ... | |
| Cable, Story & Clark Piano value? | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hobart M. Cable, Story & Clark console/upright piano and bench. It was purchased in ... A: If the piano is in perfect condition, we may be looking to ask anywhere from 1100 to 1500.00. Of ... | |
| Baby Grand Piano | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I work in finance and need to figure out how much a piano we recieved as a donation is worth. The ... A: I need a bit more information: 1. Configuration: grand, spinet, console, studio 2. Actual ... | |
| bombay & Company piano | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a piano from Bombay and Company that has been on three continents--India, England, America. ... A: Usually the serial number is in side on the steel plate. Also, please look for another manufacture ... | |
| Story Clark Piano Serial #143881 | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: I was left a piano by my great aunt, it is a Story Clark Piano serial #143881. It is in great ... A: The cord is probably for the humidity control rod in the piano. I would NOT plug it in. Although ... | |
| Lowrey Piano | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: I really need info regarding a piano I bought about 40 years ago. The following is on the piano: ... A: The difference between a console and a spinet is the configuration of the action. The console action ... | |
| DH Baldwin 5'2" grand | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know about the pluses and negatives about a DH Baldwin 5'2" grand built in 1987. The ... A: Are you considering purchasing? The negatives and pluses rest solely on how you're going to use the ... | |
| Elburn Upright Grand | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: I had previously sent you a question about the value of my Elburn Upright Grand. I am resubmitting ... A: I think for some reason your question was re-submitted. Please let me know you received my answers. ... | |
| Information about piano | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: Greetings, I am thinking about adopting a piano, and I can't seem to find any information on it. ... A: Generally speaking, piano manufacturer's of that era did not use metal plates to identify the piano. ... | |
| Information about piano | 7/13/2011 |
| Q: Greetings, I am thinking about adopting a piano, and I can't seem to find any information on it. ... A: How do you know that this piano was made by Raymond. Does that name actually appear on the piano ... | |
| Piano worth | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: I'd like an idea of what my piano is worth. It's a Davis and Sons piano. The serial # is 77967 or ... A: These pianos were made by Weaver in PA. Your piano was made in or around 1920. Uprights of this ... | |
| Krakauer Baby Grand | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I am considering the purchase of a Krakauer baby grand piano. It has been refurbished (apparently to ... A: Before I even went near this, I would want to see a comprehensive list of exactly what was done, and ... | |
| piano received as a gift | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: We have generously been given a baby grand piano from a couple in another city. We gratefully ... A: Sorry about that! First, before you do anything, go to http://www.ptg.org for find a registered ... | |
| mason & hamlin grand | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a Mason and Hamlin grand (A). It was made in the 70s and the serial number is 74365. I was ... A: This piano was made by Aeolian in East Rochester NY. There is good news and bad news... Bad first. ... | |
| Taber New York | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: We have what I believe is a very old upright piano that has been in the family for a long time (I ... A: If you can get a full view of the "harp" or plate inside, you may find a serial number. It is ... | |
| knabe | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: Found a Wm Knabe, 1936 model in great shape. It's been tuned yearly and all original. Ivory keys, ... A: If the piano is in original condition, it has problems I can see from here. First of all, Knabes ... | |
| Wurlitzer Model # 2860 | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: Ralph, My folks purchased this piano new sometime around 1980 & it was only used for a few years. ... A: 1. That's a tough one since I don't know the present status. When was the last time you had it ... | |
| kawai and yamaha | 7/5/2011 |
| Q: Your answer of July 1 in re to piano quality is so helpful! so clear and informative. I wasn't ... A: If you go to the web site of the manufacturer in which you are interested and go to the dealer ... | |
| kawai and yamaha | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: Your answer of July 1 in re to piano quality is so helpful! so clear and informative. I wasn't ... A: and no, I'm afraid I didn't receive the response...but we're here now! Except for Kawai's lower ... | |
| Gulbransen Console | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: We have aquried a Gulbransen 43" console piano. The serial number does not correspond with ... A: You're having trouble because this piano was not made by the original Gulbransen factory which is ... | |
| wurlitzer piano | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: i have a wurlitzer piano, someone said it is a spinet and was just wondering if it would be worth ... A: The piano was made in 1944. The simple answer is, "no". Any money you put into this piano will ... | |
| DH Baldwin | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: I have recently been left a furnished house, Great Aunt passed away in December. There is a DH ... A: D H Baldwin did not use model numbers like that. The firm that bought the name used that model ... | |
| piano quality | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: what do you think of a 1992 Schubert console piano (38" high) in terms of holding its tuning, ... A: The Schubert at that time was being made my Deasung in Korea. This is a bottom of the barrel item. ... | |
| DH Baldwin | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I have recently been left a furnished house, Great Aunt passed away in December. There is a DH ... A: The piano was made in 1907. If the piano is viable, which means it can be played and holds a ... | |
| knabe follow up | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I would like to become familiarized with the process of pulling the action. Or maybe you can refer ... A: I know of no site that explains the process, but we can cheat! You can get one service call from a ... | |
| Frederick Piano Co. NY | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I have an old Frederick Piano Co. NY cabinet grand that I have been playing on since I was a child ... A: This piano was made by Jacob Doll in NY around 1896. It's only worth keeping if it works and can be ... | |
| Story & Clark piano serial number 242680 | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: How much is this piano worth. I am sure that it needs tuning but other than that it should be fine. ... A: First, the piano was made in 1953. I don't know what the configuration is: studio upright, spinet, ... | |
| knabe question | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I have recently acquired a Knabe Grand Piano. 6' I have tuned it up to 440 pitch. The action seems ... A: My first guess is that the pedal lyre was not installed correctly, or the adjustment for the soft ... | |
| Lockhart & Co New York | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I am doing some research on a piano that "came with" our house. The previous owner told us her ... A: I'm not quite sure where I failed in the clarity of my response, but I'll try again as I hate to ... | |
| Year piano was built | 6/26/2011 |
| Q: I was recently given an R.S. Howard upright piano and I would like to know the year it was built. ... A: The piano was made in 1912. Be careful when you plan to spend money on restoring. The money you ... | |
| Chicago Whitney piano | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: We are looking at buying Chicago Whitney piano serial number 139050 for our daughter. I know nothing ... A: The piano was made by Kimball in 1933. It is of the "spinet" or drop action configuration. The ... | |
| Kimball Artist Console Piano | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: Onesti, We just purchased a Kimball Artist Console Piano at a consignment store in Phoenix, AZ. We ... A: The piano was made in 1979. The worth, if it is in perfect condition is somewhere between 900.00 ... | |
| Value of a Piano | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a Stark (spinet style) piano. It is in excellent shape and good working condition. My ... A: Ok...since you are selling this to a neighbor, I will suggest the following: 1. Go to ... | |
| Starr Cabinet Grand | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: Onesti, I have a Cabinet Grand made by The Starr Piano Co Richmond, Ind. with the serial # 14235. ... A: The piano was made in 1896. OK...now down to the work. If you were my client, with a manufacture ... | |
| macey & kamp grand cabinet piano | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: I inherited a macey and kamp grand cabinet piano. My mother said she thought it was once a self ... A: The serial number is usually stamped on the steel plate. You'll have to open up the piano and do a ... | |
| Hobart M. Cable Player Piano | 6/5/2011 |
| Q: I came across a piano with the serial number 59826 or possibly 595226, and don't know if I had a ... A: The piano was made in 1919. The first serial number, 5 digit is more likely to be correct as most ... | |
| berlin piano | 6/4/2011 |
| Q: I have just recently acquired a piano that is from the Berlin piano company from berlin ontario ... A: The Berlin Piano And Organ Company was established in 1890, Berlin Canada. In 1916, during WW1, the ... | |
| Buying used Kimball Piano | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: Our granddaughter has been taking piano for 2 years and only has a keyboard. A Kimball, 43", Model ... A: The piano was made in 1986. The "T" stands for miscellaneous Kimball Brand. This is a "chevy", not ... | |
| What is my Weber G157 worth? | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: I had a technician out yesterday to look at my piano that I am going to sell. It is a WG-157, a ... A: I need a little bit more information. 1. Serial number? 2. Did the technician test the pin block ... | |
| Story and Clark | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: Mr Onesti, I have purchased a Story and Clark with the serial number 606742. On the S&C website, it ... A: Yes...and no. It appears that the piano started out as a true Story and Clark, and when Lowery took ... | |
| Gulbransen Piano | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: Our church will be auctioning off an upright Gulbransen "Player" piano that has had the player ... A: Sorry about the keys. They were ivory to begin with. Sometime afterwards, they were replaced with ... | |
| Story and Clark | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: Mr Onesti, I have purchased a Story and Clark with the serial number 606742. On the S&C website, it ... A: ..I try! ...loaded question. Lowery owned the name. When Lowery took over, they changed the scale. ... | |
| Story and Clark | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: Mr Onesti, I have purchased a Story and Clark with the serial number 606742. On the S&C website, it ... A: Your number isn't skipped...it was manufactured in 1982. In 1961 the company was sold to Chicago ... | |
| Janssen Baby Grand Walnut ca. 1915 | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I own a beautiful Janssen Baby Grand. Inside it says 1908-1915 - don't what is actually the build ... A: First...the wood to which you refer is the soundboard and eventually...they all crack. It's not ... | |
| What can I sell this piano for? | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: It's a Clemons and Crane Chicago.The serial number for the piano is 1416. The piano was given to us, ... A: The piano was made in 1895 and any value from then is completely gone, especially in light of your ... | |
| New or Used, Kawai or Yamaha | 5/24/2011 |
| Q: What are your thoughts about the new Kawai K3 or K5 compared to the Yamaha U3 (possibly used)? ... A: I take the Kawai line over the Yamaha any day. 1. you get more bang for you buck. 2. The Kawai ... | |
| winter musette | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: if you could please advise me i have a winter musette and i was wondering an approx. value it is ... A: I'm not entirely sure that the number you give is the serial number. This name was used by the ... | |
| vender | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: pero necesito saber de que año es mi piano, el numero de serie es 59052 y mide de alto 139 y largo ... A: I'm thinking we need a translater here! Got one! "Pero necesito saber de que año es mi piano (I ... | |
| Gilbert and Co. Upright | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: Trying to find out information, year in particular and value (if you can provide) on a Gilbert and ... A: The Gilbert companies of Boston, and one listed in Massachusetts have serial numbers stopping just ... | |
| piano | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a pratt.& read co. piano s/r#171904 not sure when made or how old it is plays good no ... A: The Pratt Read Company was a supply house for piano action for other companies. This name usually ... | |
| Gilbert and Co. Upright | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: Trying to find out information, year in particular and value (if you can provide) on a Gilbert and ... A: There are several Gilberts in different geographic areas, none of which have a serial number that ... | |
| Ellington Piano | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have an Ellington Piano with serial number 25234. It has some minor scratches and bumps on it, ... A: The piano was made in Ohio in 1909. They were discontinued after 1930. However, Baldwin did wind up ... | |
| single very loud key B-flat below mid-C on Roland HP2900G | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: This Roland HP2900G digital was bought about 1992 & rarely played. All keys have good action & sound ... A: As my profile suggests, I can field question on acoustic pianos only. Please re-post this with ... | |
| Kimball whitney | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: How old is this piano model 3710 and serial 95842? And how much is it worth? Also, is this a good ... A: Are you sure about that serial number??? It puts the manufacturing date at 1918!!! Please look ... | |
| Maxim Piano | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: Looking to get an age and possible value for our piano that has been damaged in the latest ... A: By the picture, it's a fairly normal "studio" sized console. And you're right, there is no way the ... | |
| Lowrey Piano | 5/11/2011 |
| Q: We would appreciate any information on the value and age of a Lowrey Piano serial #611097; excellent ... A: This piano was made c: 1983. The Lowrey name was made by several manufactures and this one may have ... | |
| possible value of a Henry & SG Lindeman Melodigrand Baby Grand Piano | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I inherited a beautiful Baby Grand Piano, a Henry & SG Lindeman Melodigrand NY, serial number 38324, ... A: Well...this is a tough one. first of all, double leg pianos were generally a sign that they either ... | |
| Winter upright value | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: My 91 year old mother recently passed away leaving behind a Winter upright piano which she hadn't ... A: The piano was made in 1952 by Aeolian Piano. With regard to the sheet music...that depends. For ... | |
| Year built? | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: Can you please let me know which year is my piano built? Company : M Schulz chicago Model# : 210214. ... A: The piano was built in 1927. Tuning the piano will probably take more than one pass since it has ... | |
| jw jenkins co piano | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: i have a jw jenkins & sons co upright piano.. can you give me any info on it? Year? range of value? ... A: This piano was made in 1949 by Everett Piano Company. Jenkins was a retailer. Many deals were made ... | |
| Piano Pitch Raise Protocol | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a 25 year old studio piano. It is in very good condition internally and ... A: Well...it's not a bad thing. However, I do pitch raises and tunings all one after the other. On a ... | |
| Wurlitzer Piano | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a piano to focus on: Wurltizer piano, Model # PO137 Serial # 1901013. It has not been used ... A: The piano was made in 1987. It's probably a console...but I'm guessing since I can't see the ... | |
| Winter & Co. piano age | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have just purchased a Winter & Company (New York/Toronto) upright piano that has been well ... A: Patents number/dates and manufacturing dates often times differ. Your piano was made by the company ... | |
| pianola | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: i have a pianola as far as i am aware not working age not sure its going free to collector any ideas ... A: I would go to my local piano technicians guild first. Try http://www.ptg.org and go to the ... | |
| Waltham Piano | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I obtained a Waltham piano (SN#68602). How long is its useful life? How often should it be ... A: This piano was made in 1924 in Milwaukee, WI. It's useful life depends solely on its present ... | |
| Everett Piano Price | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have an Everett Studio Upright piano model 3102, #290293, purchased in Sept. 1984. It had a ... A: There is no "rule of thumb". Generally, pianos are valued by their age, their manufacture, their ... | |
| Weber New York Upright Piano | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Weber New your upright piano with the serial number of 33344. The outside is in good ... A: The piano was made in 1890. As such, there is not value left, save sentimental value. I never ... | |
| George P Bent Organ | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a George P Bent organ with an original hymn book inside. On the top left hand side is the ... A: As my profile suggests, I handle acoustic piano question only. However, your serial number suggests ... | |
| Piano Question | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: Hopefully a very easy question for you. I have a W. W. Kimball Consallette serial #492694 and have ... A: The questions are always easy. It's the answer that can give you trouble! The piano was made in ... | |
| Dominion Piano | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I saw that you replied to a question Tara had. Mine is much the same. I purchased a Dominion ... A: Wow...sounds like the piano has a great home and good friends! The piano was built in ... | |
| Baby Grand | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: What year was a Lauter Baby Grand made serial #53570? Is it a recommended piano for a beginner? ... A: The Lauter numbers ended in 54xxx. So your number is probably an Asian Companies version of Lauter. ... | |
| Melodigrand--serial # | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a 64 key Melodigrand. I have looked all over for the serial #, and have come up with these ... A: They used to be called "apartment pianos" or better yet, "Tom Thumb" pianos. They were nothing more ... | |
| Value of used Kawai piano | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a Kawai piano. Serial # 1746845. Other markings inside are Kawai KK and 804 E. Can you ... A: This is a Cherry 44" console that was discontinued in 1994. It was made in Japan. Yours was made in ... | |
| Kingsbury Piano - commemorative | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: I was given a piano by a friend just this last weekend. It has been neglected for a number of ... A: The piano was made by the Cable piano company in 1917. The commemoration thing was a marketing ... | |
| F. Rösener (Berlin) piano | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: I have in my family for several years a F. Rösener (Berlin) piano, with 8 medals and serial number ... A: The company was founded in 1839 with a branch in Turin Italy in 1856. To know how your family came ... | |
| Janssen Piano | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I just acquired an older piano/organ combo. It is a Janssen and the Lowry Organ has a plate on it ... A: That looks like a furniture parts number. That's the number that keeps all the part to that ... | |
| Janssen Piano | 4/14/2011 |
| Q: I just acquired an older piano/organ combo. It is a Janssen and the Lowry Organ has a plate on it ... A: Great Mike: Well...of course that number puts it back in the stone age and that piano is just not ... | |
| Janssen Piano | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: I just acquired an older piano/organ combo. It is a Janssen and the Lowry Organ has a plate on it ... A: The numbers that match what you have there under Janssen put it at 1904. However, I'm guessing this ... | |
| Chickering | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: My antique Chickering is located in the San Jose, Ca area and in need of refinishing and of course ... A: Refinishing on a piano is just furniture work. The problem is most refinishers don't get that you ... | |
| French and sons piano | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: I have recently acquired a French and Sons Piano and was wandering what the value of it might be and ... A: That serial number indeed points to a manufacturing year of 1911. It was made in Rochester NY and ... | |
| purchasing a piano from individual | 4/8/2011 |
| Q: I am in contact with a seller of a Yamaha Baby Grand GC1. The asking price is $1600. She says the ... A: Yes it is possible to verify the age and where it was made, also the market for which is was made. ... | |
| Decker and Son vertical | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Decker and Son vertical piano with the serial number 33889 and would like to ... A: And that's the major problem right next to strings that are just aching to break. However...since ... | |
| Kimball Consolette | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: This last week we were given a Kimball Consolette Piano serial# 478417. And was hoping that you ... A: Dates are hidden in the serial number. That is...if you have the number...you can generally look up ... | |
| Decker and Son vertical | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Decker and Son vertical piano with the serial number 33889 and would like to ... A: The piano was made in New York in 1919. Later, after your piano, they were made by Winter. After ... | |
| what is it worth | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: bought a Kohlor piano stock tag#p58597 KC118f. Wondering what it is worth I paid $750 for it. A: The stock take doesn't help, and the KC118f is about 46.5" and discontinued in 2002. Since I don't ... | |
| J Bauer sustaining pedal | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a model 134690. The sustaining pedal pivots are worn out on both sides as well as the ... A: Oooooooooooo..Machinist is expensive. Most registered piano technicians have access to pedal parts. ... | |
| upright piano | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a Wellington upright piano and was wondering how much and what year it was made in. The piano ... A: Tracy... I am a restorer...and if you were my client...I would do my level best to talk you out of ... | |
| upright piano | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a Wellington upright piano and was wondering how much and what year it was made in. The piano ... A: This piano was made by Cable in 1926. In moderate to poor condition, as you describe the worth is ... | |
| Value of early 60's Janssen Upright | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have an early to mid sixties ( I think) Janssen upright in fair condition. One cigarette burn ... A: The piano was made in 1960. At 38" high it is either a console or a spinet style piano. If it is ... | |
| Grinnell Console Piano Serial #407916 | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I am considering a purchase of a Grinnell Console piano, serial # 407916 for my children to take ... A: A six digit number does not exist in the original manufacture of Grinnell pianos. This piano is ... | |
| Lauter Piano | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: My elderly mother has had a Lauter Co. upright piano for years. The serial number is 24596, with ... A: Usually...a Mahogany veneer was put over a poplar core. That was pretty normal. The finish is dark ... | |
| Story & Clark piano | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Story & Clark piano that was purchased used around 1965-1966 by my parents. I am trying to ... A: Mahogany has a reddish color, spruce has a creamy yellow color. You can tell if it's plywood if the ... | |
| pianola | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: My beautifully restored pianola has stopped playing Do you ... desperate question .. know of anyone ... A: New Zealand may be tough. However, you should go to http://www.ptg.org. There you can find a ... | |
| Story & Clark piano | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a Story & Clark piano that was purchased used around 1965-1966 by my parents. I am trying to ... A: The piano was made in 1955. The Mahogany sound board is probably plywood as well as Spruce, the ... | |
| Thurmer piano. | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I am looking at buying a secondhand piano in Australia. It is a Thurmer with the serial number ... A: The piano was made by Beale in New South Wales in 1927. They were generally decent for their ... | |
| Rheinberg Sohne piano | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I have an old Rheinberg Sohne - Berlin upright piano with 6 - 7 octaves. The timber work is not in ... A: That name does not appear in any of my documentation for manufacturers. However, the name Sohn ... | |
| New or old Yamaha P22, U1, Kawai K2, K3 | 3/27/2011 |
| Q: Ralph: Thank you for taking the time to help. We have a 12 year old who plays piano by ear. We have ... A: OK... 1. you said...PTG tuner...I want to hear REGISTERED!!!! there is a difference. Anyone can ... | |
| Paling Minor Piano | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a Paling Minor piano, purchased in about 2003 for $1200 , its in mint condition, I was just ... A: Palings were made in New South Wales by Beale. Your piano was made in 1938. It's more than likely ... | |
| Ludwig Spinet Piano | 3/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a Ludwig Spinet piano serial #110059 with a letter from Memphis Piano Co. inside dated ... A: Ludwig was once owned by Atlas and that was ended in 1953. However, the Memphis Piano Company ... | |
| this little treasure I found by kimball | 3/23/2011 |
| Q: wondering if you could give me any info on this player piano I came across in an old warehouse. ... A: The piano was build in 1919, right around when players were in style. I do not recommend rebuilding ... | |
| Sames Upright | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sames Upright serial number 21085. It has W.H. Paling & Co Ltd in gold writing on the front ... A: Sames was made by Paling who was made by Beale in New South Wales. Your serial number suggests a ... | |
| Estimated value of piano | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I have an Elburn Upright Grand. The finish has crackled but you can see a beautiful wood underneath ... A: The piano was made by the Jenkins company in 1918. That company was established in 1878. There are ... | |
| 1910 Ludwig Upright Value | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1910 Ludwig Piano, serial # 77120. In decent condition; some scratches, all keys work. ... A: You didn't include any information as to the configuration: upright, studio, grand, etc. And for a ... | |
| Cunningham Practiano | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a Cunningham Practiano equipped piano that was manufactured in 1901. Can you tell me anything ... A: Cunningham started at 50th and Parkside Avenue in Philadelphia in 1891. They made the Cunningham, ... | |
| Sherman Clay piano | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: We have a Sherman Clay and Company upright piano - Aldrich New York new york sherman clay and co. ... A: This piano was made under the Sherman Clay name by Haddorf in New York in 1928. The value is rather ... | |
| Maxim Pianola | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: I've recently got given an old 'Maxim' pianola with the serial number: 11613 in all the searches ... A: I don't think Palin was involved here. Schulz made the Maxim players. This one was early...around ... | |
| cable nelson baby grand piano | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: We bought a baby grand piano and would like to know more about it The serial # is 171295 please tell ... A: The piano was made in 1927 after the company had been purchased by Everett. It was probably made in ... | |
| Winter practiano piano | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: The majority of white keys on this piano are cracked. What is the estimated cost to replace these? A: Usually around 450.00 for a first class job. If you have a registered technician, then next time ... | |
| Story and Clark | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I have gotten a Story and Clark piano/organ from my parents. The serial number is 245487, On the ... A: The organ part of the piano is likely not to enhance any of the piano's value. Today's electronic ... | |
| New or old Yamaha P22, U1, Kawai K2, K3 | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: Ralph: Thank you for taking the time to help. We have a 12 year old who plays piano by ear. We have ... A: 1. It's been a while since I've seen a P22...that' an older model, however, middle pedals on most ... | |
| New or old Yamaha P22, U1, Kawai K2, K3 | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: Ralph: Thank you for taking the time to help. We have a 12 year old who plays piano by ear. We have ... A: You make this pretty simple for me. Of all the pianos you mention, the K3 wins hands down. All ... | |
| Sohmer Cabinet Grand | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to find out the value of my Sohmer Cabinet Grand SN 17704#7 it is in very good condition ... A: IF the serial number is indeed 17704, then the piano was made in 1890. The #7 is probably the ... | |
| Columbus commemorative piano | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I have an Estey piano that has beautiful work on the inside of the top commemorating the 400th year ... A: The Estey company dates back to 1885 when the company began in New York. By the time your piano was ... | |
| Story and Clark | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: I have gotten a Story and Clark piano/organ from my parents. The serial number is 245487, On the ... A: The piano was apparently made in 1954 in Vermont. The Organ part of the piano was likely made by ... | |
| howard petite grand | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: Currently, our church has a 4'7" Howard, purchased new in the mid-late 80's that needs repairs. It ... A: I'm on the side of the music director. A Howard Petite Grand will return no return on your ... | |
| Canadian Bell Piano | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: ihave a friend that wants to sell me a Bell Piano. It is fully restored and has candle holders in ... A: .. And please don't shoot the messenger. No 1906 Bell upright is worth the expense of major ... | |
| Canadian Bell Piano | 3/2/2011 |
| Q: ihave a friend that wants to sell me a Bell Piano. It is fully restored and has candle holders in ... A: Fully Restored...do you mean new pin block, new sound board, new action, new bridges, and ... | |
| sell piano | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a w.h.paling + co piano serial no is 32571, it's in excellent condition, we are looking at ... A: The piano was made around 1915. Generally speaking, these old items don't cross hands for more than ... | |
| Maxim Piano | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: Looking to get an age and possible value for our piano that has been damaged in the latest ... A: This piano was made in 1931 by Beale, who made Paling, who made Maxim. Generally speaking, they go ... | |
| Musette player | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: Have a Musette player piano; plays just fine but way too fast. Is there a speed adjustment and ... A: As my profile suggests, I am competent in the area of acoustic piano problems only. For player ... | |
| W H Paling & Co L'TD upright piano | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: About 10 years ago I bought a second-hand piano from my daughter's piano teacher.It has a metal ... A: This piano was made by the Beale Company in New South Wales. Lots of pianos were manufactured by ... | |
| which piano to choose. | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I'm looking at a 1970 Krakauer console that the tech says is in mint condition for $2000. and a 1991 ... A: First of all...the "tech". Is this person a REGISTERED member of the piano technicians guild? To be ... | |
| Steinway Grand - advice on purchase | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I have been searching for a small grand piano for my 16 year old daughter. A few weeks back I looked ... A: With a Steinway, or any other piano of that age, I would want an independent inspection. Is the ... | |
| preowned pianos | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I'm looking at several preowned piano. Please kindly share your thoughts. 1) dealer - used 10 yr ... A: The warranty from the dealer means nothing. You need to have exactly what is warranted in writing. ... | |
| preowned pianos | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I'm looking at several preowned piano. Please kindly share your thoughts. 1) dealer - used 10 yr ... A: 1: Hallet Davis is South Korean...I'm not thrilled! Three year warranty from whom and for what? Need ... | |
| M. Schulz Co. pump organ 30620 | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I just purchased my grandfathers pump organ. It work but the previous owner painted it . Also some ... A: I'm sorry...but as my profile suggests, pump organs are out of my area of expertise. I can handle ... | |
| Francis Bacon Piano | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: I just received a piano from my Father. It originally belonged to my Great Grandmother. I was just ... A: OK... That looks like a piano that was born in 1947. and... No to the refinishing...will cost 10 ... | |
| Francis Bacon Piano | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I just received a piano from my Father. It originally belonged to my Great Grandmother. I was just ... A: OK... Now we're stuck! Unless you are 12 years old, this belonging to your great grandmother is an ... | |
| Schweizter Piano | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I am in the market for a 6' grand and recently came across a used Schweizter Piano with Renner ... A: I do believe this was an off shoot of a Japanese Builder, but after doing some research ... | |
| Francis Bacon Piano | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I just received a piano from my Father. It originally belonged to my Great Grandmother. I was just ... A: I'm going to assume this is an upright?? And, are you sure about that serial number? It shows the ... | |
| Stultz & Bauer Upright Grand | 2/21/2011 |
| Q: I purchased a Stultz & Bauer Upright Grand. How old is this piano, what kind of wood was used, is ... A: The piano was made in 1899. This is before Kohler and Campbell took control of the name in 1928. ... | |
| player piano question | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: i am trying to find info for a friend. She has a player piano and is trying to find the approximate ... A: As my profile suggests, I am not expert in Players. However, I do know some things about them. 1. ... | |
| piano pricing for sell | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: Frst ....I have valued the information from your answeres to others and appreciate your service and ... A: The piano was made in 1969. If it is a console in good condition, I'm guessing between 900.00 and ... | |
| Fisher (New York) Baby Grand | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: Onesty. Thank you for taking the time to read my question. Mr. Onesty, I have a Fisher (New York) ... A: Usually, Fisher pianos are not worth a whole bunch! Refinishing may cost you more than the piano is ... | |
| 1930's Weber baby grand piano. | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I happen to have a Weber baby grand piano with serial #s that place it in the early 30s. It plays ... A: It's tough to say without actually looking at it! To be fair...if I were you, I would go to ... | |
| 1929 Baldwin Baby Grand Piano | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Onesti, We have a 1929 Baldwin Baby Grand Piano that belonged to my grandmother. It has a ... A: Since the piano seems to be in original condition, it is tough to appraise from here. On a piano ... | |
| Picture attached | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: Seriel #421412 - yes, it does have Everett Piano Company A: .. OK...it looks like a console. Everett also produced Cable Nelson so the numbers can wind up in ... | |
| Lyon-Healy from Everett Paion Company | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: The upright piano has 1906 stamped inside, with a 6-digit number: 421412. The piano is in good ... A: The 1906 date...did it say "Patent" or something like that? The numbers point to a much younger ... | |
| Serial Number on a Weber | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a Weber piano with serial number 2278807. So far, I have had no luck ... A: This piano was made for Samsung, who owned the name by Young Chang who sold the name to Samsung. It ... | |
| finding info on my spinet | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: and thanks in advance for your assistance! I have a Cable-Nelson Spinet made by the Everett Piano ... A: The piano was made in 1968 Aside from obviously being a "spinet" or drop action piano, there is not ... | |
| Age of Piano | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: I just bought a Gerhard Upright Grand Chicago Piano with serial number 24653. Can you give me an ... A: Unfortunately, there is nothing more in all of my documentation but a listing that the company ... | |
| 1928 Player Piano | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: Sir: I have limited information on this matter, however any assistance would be appreciated. I'm due ... A: As my profile suggests, I can field question regarding acoustic pianos only. However......... ... | |
| how much is it worth | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: I was looking at a schubert piano with serial number 756447 for my 5 year old daughter. The asking ... A: That serial number does not fit anything from Schubert, or Lester which made them later. Are you ... | |
| ludwig piano age | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: .we have a very old ludwig and co piano with the serial number 19656..it is in fair condition with ... A: And...you are so welcome! For upkeep, go to http://www.ptg.org for a registered technician in your ... | |
| Maker? | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a Sherman Clay 6' grand originally purchased for my father in law in San Francisco probably ... A: That number, minus the T matches the Haddorf Company from New York in 1926. Steinert also made ... | |
| ludwig piano age | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: .we have a very old ludwig and co piano with the serial number 19656..it is in fair condition with ... A: The piano was made around 1897 in New York. By this time Ricca had control of Ludwig. At that age, ... | |
| what to do with the family piano | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a Keller Bros upright piano Bridgeport, CT. Serial # 9528. I would like to know the year of ... A: The piano was made in 1897. No, it is definitely not worth restoring. The only way one would ... | |
| Hardman & Peck baby grand | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I've enjoyed reading through your posts. I'm thinking of buying a Hardman & Peck mahogony baby ... A: This could be a great buy...or a bust. That name was taken over by Aeolian who could be really good ... | |
| Old piano To Tune or Not to tune | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a W H Palings & CO (28567) that I keep for sentimental reasons. It was tuned several years ... A: I'm afraid when a tuner, who makes his/her living at tuning, tells you not to...then don't. All ... | |
| trowbridge piano | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: We have had a Trowbridge piano in our famiily for many many years now, We had it proffessioally ... A: The piano was made in 1903 in Massachusetts. I assume this configuration is an upright. If the ... | |
| value of piano? year mfg. | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: we have a howard cabinet grand upright piano. with a curved carving front dark colored. the serial ... A: Your serial number fits the R.S. Howard company of New York. The piano was made in 1902. If the ... | |
| 1884 upright | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: my dad has an 1884 Mathushek upright that he receive as a gift from a friend. the inside serial ... A: With some interpolation, your piano was made in 1894 in New York. The company did move from one ... | |
| Morris Listowel grand piana | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a Morris Listowel Cabinet Grand Piano, built by The Morris Piano Co. Ltd. serial number ... A: The company was formed in 1891 by Morris, Field, and Rogers in Canada.In 1904 it was recognized as ... | |
| I want to sell my Wheelock Player Piano | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1918 Wheelock Player Piano that I want to sell. My dad bought the piano many many years ... A: Players are tough these days. The market is very soft on the automatic musical instrument set. I ... | |
| Schiller Upright Grand | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: We have inherited a Schiller Upright Grand with model number #57764 (we think) we know that it has ... A: Yes it matters if the player is viable! However, as I said in my last post to another person, the ... | |
| Age/Value of piano | 1/24/2011 |
| Q: I recently acquired a gorgeous Ivers & Pond Boston upright piano. The serial number is 24,997. I ... A: Your piano was made in Boston in 1900. An upright, in original condition, no matter how pristine ... | |
| Melville Clark 1660 | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: Why is there an electrical cord in the piano? I took lessons on it for years as a child and don't ... A: LOL...do NOT plug it in. I'm guessing it's the remnants of an old humidity control system, which ... | |
| 2000-2002 Grinnell Brothers baby grand piano | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I have found a 2000-2002 Grinnell Brothers polished ebony baby grand piano. The size is around 5'8", ... A: These pianos were made by Samick, not exactly an upscale maker from Korea. Grinnell Brothers ended ... | |
| KG-2D K. Kawai | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I bought this piano new in the mid 80's, it's been used as a beautiful piece of furniture to display ... A: A few of things get in the way... 1. The newer Kawai's are much much better...so you're fighting ... | |
| Yamaha U3 | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: The piano is for my 6 years old son. The Kawai RX1 is too much for a beginner. Is it a fair buy for ... A: That makes a huge difference and the price is way too high!!! And because it is that old, I worry ... | |
| Baldwin Aerosonic | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: About 6-7 years ago I purchased a used Baldwin Aerosonic upright piano and now have the need to sell ... A: I'm guessing "aerosonic" is a typo. I think you mean Acrosonic and that puts the age at 1909! If ... | |
| winter Piano | 1/19/2011 |
| Q: On the front of my piano, it has a "Winter" logo and New York Toronto. I also have the bench. It ... A: If you like. I believe you can attach a picture right here, or go to http://www.onestipiano.com ... | |
| piano age | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have acquired a Jesse French & Sons piano. The serial number appears to be 112693 however the ... A: J. The piano was made in 1943 if your number is correct, and it probably is. There are no ... | |
| piano year and value in perfect condition | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: my name is Mike Russo and I was wondering if you could help me, my girlfriend Karen has an ... A: The International piano company was in business for a very brief period. As such, records are scarce ... | |
| Sohmer Upright Piano | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have an 1876 Sohmer upright piano 7410 #7 It is stamped inside the top of it stating it won the ... A: All of the pianos from that era were in their infancy stage with regard to acoustics and mechanics. ... | |
| Appraisal Value of RK Maynard Piano | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: We have a RK Maynard Piano Company "Cabinet Grand" piano that has been in our family 88 years. I am ... A: It looks like your piano was made in 1914. Cabinet Grand usually refers to uprights of 50 inches in ... | |
| winter Piano | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: On the front of my piano, it has a "Winter" logo and New York Toronto. I also have the bench. It ... A: Well... You let me know if you can get 1700.00 for a mediocre piano made in 1905. With regard to ... | |
| Merrill Upright Piano | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: Ralph, I asked about a Merrill upright piano back in Nov. 2010 and was completely satisfied with ... A: In 1902, Ivory was inevitable for the "naturals" and ebony for the sharps. "the last large plank ... | |
| Piano Pricing | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I have come across a piano and would like to know about how much it is worth. It's a Baldwin ... A: Are you sure about that date?! Or, is that something you saw on the plate. Baldwin started in 1862! ... | |
| Sohmer Upright Piano | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I have an 1876 Sohmer upright piano 7410 #7 It is stamped inside the top of it stating it won the ... A: You can do anything you like with this piano, knowing in advance that any money you put into it will ... | |
| Baldwin | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I am considerign a 1942 baldwin baby Grand ( five foot)- what is the approciamte worth of this ... A: If the piano is original, without looking at it, and assuming it is viable...maybe, and I say maybe ... | |
| Sherman Clay & Co Piano | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a piano that I got from my mom 15 years ago when she passed. We are moving into a condo and ... A: I'm not sure what the technician meant by "expensive" to fix. Was that a qualified registered ... | |
| question about buying a piano on display | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: We are looking to buy a Yamaha U1 piano for my daughter. A local dealer have 3 in stock but they are ... A: Pianos on display are like cars in a showroom. They literally sit there, don't get played, and are ... | |
| Sherman Clay & Co Piano | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a piano that I got from my mom 15 years ago when she passed. We are moving into a condo and ... A: I believe your Sherman Clay was made by Haddorf Piano company that made many of them. Your serial ... | |
| piano value | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a Shumann upright piano serial #202641. It has the name Estey on the inside. I also have the ... A: Vertical pianos come in a few different configurations...spinet (drop action) console (direct blow ... | |
| piano value | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a Shumann upright piano serial #202641. It has the name Estey on the inside. I also have the ... A: The piano was made in 1969. You say upright...can you tell me how high it is from the floor? Also, ... | |
| Used Kawai piano | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I locate some upright pianos for my daughter to start her piano lessons. 1. A Yamaha piano: They ... A: Isn't piano shopping..."fun"? The Kawai was made in 1987. It is an Oak, 43" console discontinued in ... | |
| story & clark piano | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: I have been looking to purchase a used piano for a few months. I have finally come across a few of ... A: OK... Perfect!!!! I think, if the RPT says it's a viable piano, it's a steal at that price! And, ... | |
| story & clark piano | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I have been looking to purchase a used piano for a few months. I have finally come across a few of ... A: My sources show 1980. The price is not out of the question. Sticking keys are usually not a big ... | |
| Gerhard Upright Grand | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: Onesti, I have just purchased a used Gerhard Upright Grand Piano ( Serial# 26124 ) and can't seem to ... A: There are several companies by that name. Here's what we have to do: 1. Look around to see if you ... | |
| KG-2D K. Kawai | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I bought this piano new in the mid 80's, it's been used as a beautiful piece of furniture to display ... A: Your piano was made in 1983. Although the KG-2D is no longer made, it was a very nice model and ... | |
| Grinnel Player piano and music rolls | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a Grinnel Brothers Player Piano Ser. # 22587. Can you tell me how old it is? I also have a ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1922. I assume this is an upright (vertical) piano???? Music rolls ... | |
| player piano/wont play | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: The piano rolls move just fine but the keys only move a little bit when playing is there a leak or ... A: As my profile suggests, I can field question on the acoustic part of the piano...players are in ... | |
| cable-nelson upright grand piano | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: Can you tell me about my cable-nelson upright grand piano and how much its value is worth. This is ... A: Cable Nelson started in Chicago in 1903. I'm not sure where you got the 1893. Look inside for a ... | |
| A good used piano | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: Onesti, I have a small budget ($500, up to $700, plus $100 for a RPT as you often suggest) for a ... A: I agree that finding an RPT would be a great place to start. As I mentioned, many of us have clients ... | |
| Hallet.Davis & Co. Upright Piano | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Onesti- My father just acquired an old Hallet Davis & Company upright piano. The serial ... A: The piano was made in 1902. These pianos are never worth restoring from a monetary stand point. And ... | |
| A good used piano | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: Onesti, I have a small budget ($500, up to $700, plus $100 for a RPT as you often suggest) for a ... A: Let's see... Younger pianos, like the Knabe are not Knabe's. However, they may be in much better ... | |
| A good used piano | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: Onesti, I have a small budget ($500, up to $700, plus $100 for a RPT as you often suggest) for a ... A: 1. Retail wise, it is a bit unrealistic. However, many good deals can be had privately! 2. Dealers ... | |
| Valuation of HP Nelson Upright Concert Grand Piano | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I was looking into purchasing one of the above pianos, however, I would have NO idea what a piano ... A: H.P. Nelson started in 1908 and ended in 1922 with serial numbers going from 60000 to 93000. It ... | |
| rebuilding Cadillac player piano | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to rebuild my Cadillac upright player piano, circa 1905 or so. I replaced cracked ... A: Caddilac started in 1910. You MUST use the correct cloth. If the cloth "breaths" you will loose ... | |
| piano hunt | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I have started playing piano again and am looking at a couple of used pianos to possibly purchase. ... A: Ok then... I'll stick by my original advise in telling you to take a registered technician with ... | |
| looking for a used upright piano | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I locate some upright pianos for my daughter to start her piano lessons. 1. A Yamaha piano: They ... A: Before we talk about what piano tuners said...we have to establish whether or not they are ... | |
| sterling vs yamaha | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: generally speaking, for the same price, similar condition, would you recommend a 50 year old yamaha ... A: A piano made in 1936 makes me feel uneasy at best!!!!! So now I feel worse about the sterling than ... | |
| piano hunt | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I have started playing piano again and am looking at a couple of used pianos to possibly purchase. ... A: Either of those pianos is OK...but you left out the serial number for the Wurlitzer. The Grinnel ... | |
| SOHMER PIANO | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: JUST PICKED UP A SOHMER & CO VERTICAL PIANO--ANTIQUE WHITE WITH GOLD TRIM--BENCH TO MATCH---EXCELENT ... A: The piano was built under the presidency of Harry Sohmer the son of the original Sohmer in 1973. ... | |
| Knabe Piano | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I am going to buy a 1969 KNABE WM baby grand piano at $2000. Is it a fair price? If not, what's the ... A: The GB1 is the Yamaha's low end "home" piano. They list at 11,000.00 I'm guessing 8K is what the ... | |
| victor W H paling and company upright | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: my family has a rather old piano in our house and i was wondering if you could A.tell how old it ... A: Paling comes from the Beale Manufacturing company. The first serial numbers start with 16xxx in ... | |
| Epworth upright #4471 age and value | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: I have an Epwoth upright piano that was included in the sale of a house I bought last year. The ... A: Your piano was made in Chicago by the Epworth company that saw fit not to keep records. This ... | |
| sterling vs yamaha | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: generally speaking, for the same price, similar condition, would you recommend a 50 year old yamaha ... A: Neither! That was not a good period for either piano!!!!! Before I would make a move, even if they ... | |
| Value of Kawai piano | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: We have an upright Kawai, Model 8011, approx. 43" that was manufactured in 1973. It is brown wood, ... A: Without having evaluated the piano first hand...it's a tough call. However, Kawai pianos were ... | |
| Curious about my old piano | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: have an old piano in my living room and I would just like to know anything about it, including its ... A: OK... Let's take this a step at a time. 1. the top...anywhere on the inside? 2. the bottom...look ... | |
| Yahama T116 | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: We came across a Yamaha T116 piano with Serial number of T295817 for my 6 year old daughter. The ... A: Looks like this piano was made in January of 2004 in the United States. You can't compare a piano ... | |
| Chickering 507CD | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: What a great human being you are to be helping so many people. I have read about your feelings on ... A: ..I try! 1. Yes, Chickering was made by the Aeolian American Piano Company in East Rochester, NY, ... | |
| wing and son piano | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if my old wing and son piano is of any value. The inside says: manufactured by wing ... A: I'm afraid all value has long since gone. If you use it, get it serviced from time to time by a ... | |
| Knabe Piano | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: The only serial number I can find on our Knabe grand piano is on the top inside of the leg "8015." ... A: And first off...I'm so sorry about Mom. Here's what I would do: Go http://www.ptg.org Find a ... | |
| Knabe Piano | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: The only serial number I can find on our Knabe grand piano is on the top inside of the leg "8015." ... A: Good enough! Your piano was made in 1921. But by then, Knabe was owned by the American Piano ... | |
| Knabe Piano | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: The only serial number I can find on our Knabe grand piano is on the top inside of the leg "8015." ... A: I think that may be the furniture number. This looks like a "Knabe" made at the Aeolian Factory in ... | |
| Melville Clark Baby Grand | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Melville Clark Baby Grand in excellent condition- I believe the serial number is 28097. I ... A: The piano was made by Wurlitzer in 1916 in Dekalb, Il. Unless it has had major restoration work, ... | |
| knabe piano | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: Is it of any value? it has been in storage since he died. Thanks Steve A: The only time these pianos have any value is when an antique dealer wants it to decorate a home. As ... | |
| Merrill Piano | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: I'm in the process of dismanteling (surgical destruction) a Merrill upright piano serial number ... A: The piano was made in 1904 and has virtually no value. Restoring at any level would be imprudent. ... | |
| Davis and Sons Piano | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright piano with the name "Davis and Sons" New York on it. The serial number on the ... A: There is a Davis and Son by Weaver, in York PA and that number puts the piano at 1911. And there is ... | |
| Finding Ivory Keys | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a 1930s Krakauer upright Ser# 57653 and there are at least 5 of the ivory keys I ... A: As a matter of course, some of the more seasoned piano technicians who have replaced ivory with ... | |
| transposing piano | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: I have come across a Heintzmann transposing piano at a local instrument shop. It looks and sounds ... A: There is no way I would purchase a Heintzmann piano, transposing or not, that was 100 years old, ... | |
| Bollermann and sons piano | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: just wondering if anyone is looking for this piano that we could sell it too,we where going to ebay ... A: Unfortunately, the present economy makes it tough to sell pianos. I would give craigslist a try. ... | |
| Decal | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I am just about finished refurbishing my CONN 650 and have new decals to apply- they say type C but ... A: I'm guessing a Conn is an organ??? I do pianos, but...decals we use also. There are three ways in ... | |
| tuning my 70 year old piano | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: Ralph, Thank you for your first answer. My new piano has not been tuned in years. The middle keys ... A: And...you are quite welcome! If the piano hasn't been tuned in years, twangy is probably the result ... | |
| Used piano on a budget | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm looking for a used piano below $1000. I've found several pianos in my area in good condition, ... A: It's tough to get a piano that is great on that budget, but NOT impossible. The pianos of which you ... | |
| my piano and the Radio City Rockettes | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: I was told my Weser Brothers baby grand was the practice piano for the Radio City Music Hall ... A: No, I'm afraid not. The serial number is only good to date the piano, and in your case it's 1940. ... | |
| Sherman Clay - Piano | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: Just purchased a Sherman Clay & Co piano. It says its a Aldrich New York # 78664. Was wondering ... A: Sherman Clay was in California. However, pianos were made for them by Steinert and Haddorf, and ... | |
| piano | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know the history of this piano? A: The company was established in 1789 in New York. The Company was in the company of a hundred other ... | |
| Cornish & Co Organ | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: We have an antique organ, together with the bill of sale, purchased by my husband's ... A: I thought that the AGO would at least give you guidance. They do have a web site which of course is ... | |
| Piano Purchase Advise: Acoustic or Digital? | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I see you gave advise about Kurtzmann Pianos from Buffalo. I have 3 adopted daughters and one's ... A: Pianos are inherently a mechanical/acoustic instrument, where as Digital keyboards are ... | |
| Our piano | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: My wife has had this piano since before she can remember. It is a Wurlitzer. The model # is, ... A: The piano was made in 1979, most probably in DeKalb, Illinois. There is nothing remarkable, history ... | |
| 1920 Wing and Son | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 1920 Wing and Son upright piano, i am not sure if it has the three pedals or the ... A: OK... I just feel that before a deal is made, some attempt should be made to verify that the piano ... | |
| 1920 Wing and Son | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 1920 Wing and Son upright piano, i am not sure if it has the three pedals or the ... A: Well...you're in the top end of a good buy. If the piano is maintainable...you're ok. If you have ... | |
| 1920 Wing and Son | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a 1920 Wing and Son upright piano, i am not sure if it has the three pedals or the ... A: Typically these pianos have three pedals: 1. on the right for a full sustain 2. on the left for a ... | |
| leland piano | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how old my leland piano there is a four digit number it read ... A: Some of the Lelands were made by Smith-Barnes and Stroeber and some were made by Lyons and Healy. ... | |
| Bremen series lcx | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could give us info on this piano. My wife was given this by her mother. We ... A: The Bremen Piano company was in Franklin Park, Ill. The factory was owned by Gulbransen. Serial ... | |
| price on piano | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1933 mini cameo piano model#4945 how much is it worth A: Any piano, especially a mini born in 1933 has all but lost its value. And, if your piano has ... | |
| Bradburry Full Upright Grand - serial num 27770 | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can tell me anything about my piano, I got it from my great-cousin. Love it ... A: Well...I get the Bradbury name...but the serial number was cut off...so I can't date it. ... | |
| Henry F Miller piano | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for a baby grand, and just saw a HFM piano which appears to be in ok condition (I'm ... A: Henry F. Millers...if that's what HFM means were really good, over build pianos...if they were ... | |
| Baldwin Model R piano lyre | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: I recently had a huge misfortune, I let someone move my Baldwin Model R, and I didn't know that ... A: The cast iron "key" is the leg plate. I'm thinking that if you were my client and local...I could ... | |
| Christman Sons grand piano | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: I own a Christman Sons grand piano, the person I got it from referred to it as a salon grand. The ... A: The piano was made in 1929. Grand pianos tend to loose their value starting immediately from the ... | |
| T. Gilbert & Co Piano | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find out any information I can about this piano we have in our possession. It's a T. ... A: It looks like a square grand to me! Several manufacturers tried their respective hands at these ... | |
| Upright Ferd Thurmer | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: we have had the following piano in our family for many years and I wonder as to its age and some ... A: With some interpolation, your piano was made around 1911. There are some questions about a piano ... | |
| baby grand piano | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I'd like to know the selling value of a Chickering baby grand piano, size 4'7" serial # is 221781. ... A: Chickering is one of those names that was acquired by the Aeolian American Piano Company in East ... | |
| piano | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a schumann 1903 fully restored piano. could you please give me the approximate value. ... A: Unfortunately, unless a piano from 1903 is actually restored as an instrument, and if it is not of a ... | |
| 1916 Weber Parlor Grand | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: Onesti, I bought a 1916 Weber Parlor grand with a dark brown finish in the 60's for $600. The ... A: The appraisal in 1978 has much diminished. Pianos go down in value, not up. And...it doesn't much ... | |
| piano | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a schumann 1903 fully restored piano. could you please give me the approximate value. ... A: As soon as you say restored, you literally tie my hands. 1. I would need to know the size. 2. The ... | |
| Mathushek Upright Piano | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I inherited this piano and am interested in knowing the truth about it and not what has been passed ... A: The piano was made around 1889. As it stands, there is no real value aside from family value. If ... | |
| Kimball Stencil baby grand | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a piano that my husband bought about 20 years ago. He was told it was made in Germany. Our ... A: Stencil pianos were those that were make my a company which had the rights to many names. They made ... | |
| Price & Teeple, Serial #31208 | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Price and Teeple, with serial Number 31208, and I was wondering what you could tell me ... A: The piano was made in 1910. With regard to restoration, there would be no cost effectiveness in ... | |
| 1929 Wurlitzer Piano | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: We retrieved a Wurlitzer Upright Studio Piano - Serial No. 99291, yellow paint over mahogany (A bar ... A: Ok...then don't go there! Your inclination is correct. Try a used Kawai! Stay away from ... | |
| 1929 Wurlitzer Piano | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: We retrieved a Wurlitzer Upright Studio Piano - Serial No. 99291, yellow paint over mahogany (A bar ... A: First of all, it the technician a REGISTERED technician with the Piano Technicians Guild? This is ... | |
| please i need help! | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: i have been working on this for two days. im very smart just not good with classics! -In ... A: These are all musical questions, and my expertise is in musical instruments, pianos in specific and ... | |
| Hallet-Davis Upright Carvings | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: Serial # 38327. I know age. Trying to identify the origin of the carvings on the music door. In ... A: This piano, made in 1892, was in an era when piano makers did do some "custom" pieces for "special" ... | |
| crakcked finish | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a Kimball baby grand #5250 PEB, serial# D85392. It has a high gloss black finish. The finish ... A: It looks as though the piano was made around 1984. The high Gloss finish is polyester...an epoxy ... | |
| A.B. Chase | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: . I also have an A.B. Chase piano. I cannot find the serial number. The only number I can find is ... A: Well...the A.B. Chase company was started in 1875 in Norwalk, Ohio by Allen B. Chase. It became part ... | |
| Knabe Piano | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: . we have a WM Knabe & Co upright piano. The serial number is 188018. Supposedly its an old piano ... A: The serial number looks to me like 138013!!!! However, I'm guessing that this piano was made in ... | |
| Christman Sons New York Vertical Grand | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: Christman Sons New York Serial # 27973 - wanting to know age of this upright. The finish on the ... A: The piano was made in 1917. The crackled finish is the varnish shrinking with age...normal. Your ... | |
| Knabe Piano | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: . we have a WM Knabe & Co upright piano. The serial number is 188018. Supposedly its an old piano ... A: Your building date is correct. However, the piano was made in East Rochester, NY after Knabe was ... | |
| Hardman, Peck & Co. New York | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I just bought an Eavestaffe Pianette #AA 154880. Can you tell me when this piano was built? It's ... A: Several companies built what was come to be known as a "Tom Thumb" piano. Some people called them ... | |
| Gilbert London upright | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a Gilbert London piano that I have been told needs restoration. I am interested in selling ... A: This must be the Thomas Gilbert piano company started in 1880 in London. Restoration is out of the ... | |
| premeir baby grand piano | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: we acquired this piano via the internet. It is a beautiful piano. it does indeed have a serial ... A: If you restore it, there will be no significant return on investment. If you put in 25K, you will ... | |
| Kohler & Campbell baby grand piano | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a used piano for my daughter who has been playing piano for about 7 years. ... A: The listings for this piano show it was made by Samick, in Korea. They were discontinued in 1993 ... | |
| Kohler & Campbell baby grand piano | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a used piano for my daughter who has been playing piano for about 7 years. ... A: First of all...if the pedals are brass, the coating, usually lacquer has worn off with use, and ... | |
| Bell organ | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me anything about my model 4480? I just bought it for my daughter.Some of the venner ... A: Do you have a serial number? If this is a piano made by the Bell Piano and Organ company of Canada, ... | |
| About Learning Keyboard | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: Recently I got a keyboard as a gift. As it was a gift, I had to take it. Thing is I don't know how ... A: I'm not a music teacher or music theory expert, however... There are scores of "how to play" ... | |
| Francis Bacon baby grand | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: Ralph, I have a Francis Bacon baby grand piano with serial number 50994. I'm not sure of the ... A: The piano was made in 1926. Value rests largely on condition, and I'm thinking in viable condition, ... | |
| Milton Piano | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I saw your answer to a question about a Milton Piano, and I was wondering if you could help me! I ... A: The piano was made in 1918. The piano itself has no worth. But since it falls under the category of ... | |
| age and History of our Piano | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have just recently brought home a Dominion Bowmanville Piano. Just above the keys it says Farwell ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1892. The company was established in 1870 as the Oshawa Organ and ... | |
| Gerhard Heinztman Grand Cabinet | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: made in Toronto, Ontario. Serial number is 6534. It says "Gerhard Heintzman" and "From Gourlay, ... A: The problem with the piano business is everyone made pianos for everyone at some point. Gourlay, ... | |
| Gerhard Heinztman Grand Cabinet | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: made in Toronto, Ontario. Serial number is 6534. It says "Gerhard Heintzman" and "From Gourlay, ... A: I have to assume the piano was made by Gourlay, and that serial number still sits at 1913. If ... | |
| Gerhard Heinztman Grand Cabinet | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: made in Toronto, Ontario. Serial number is 6534. It says "Gerhard Heintzman" and "From Gourlay, ... A: This piano was made around 1885. It received an award from the Colonial & Indian Exhibition in ... | |
| Upright piano | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I am looking at buying a Rheinberg and Sohne piano (approximate age 1900s) and have been unable to ... A: There isn't even a listing in my books of 12,000 piano makers. Is this piano in the US? It sounds ... | |
| Chickering 507CD, by Baldwin or Samick? | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I am looking at a 5'7" "Chickering" which has been represented as a model 507CD, year 2001, serial ... A: I believe the last Baldwin Chickerings had the serial number 335xxx. After that...Asian. Samick ... | |
| upright piano | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I am not entirely sure whether you can answer this question, but I am trying so hard to figure out ... A: Your piano was made in 1958. If it is an full vertical (upright) the value is in the mid to upper ... | |
| Conover-Cable Piano | 9/22/2010 |
| Q: I bought this pino from a church, I knew it was old, but I'd like to know how much it is worth if ... A: 1953 is the correct manufacturing date. If this is a console, you underpaid for the piano, assuming ... | |
| Victor/WH Paling Upright | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: I saw that you answered a question about these pianos previously and am hoping that you can help ... A: Restoring a Paling is usually a mistake unless it is a family heirloom and needs to remain in the ... | |
| Milton Piano | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: We have a Milton Piano sitting at our church and we are wondering what the value of it would be. The ... A: The piano was built in 1920. This was a "run of the mill" piano made by a "run of the mill" ... | |
| Baldwin Studio Pianos | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: I enjoy reading your responses. Your expertise and sound advice are much appreciated by those of us ... A: And thanks for the kind words...I try! Baldwin, like most of the piano manufactures had a rough ... | |
| Dominion Pump Organ | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: It is a Bowmanvill Organ and was made by the Dominion Organ Co. And the number on it is #1c485. This ... A: I'm so sorry...but as my profile suggests...I can field questions in the area of acoustic pianos ... | |
| Hobart M Cable Chicago 11318 | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I received a piano from my mother-in-law the other day. It needs work tuning, keys replaced etc. I ... A: First off...the piano was made in 1904. As soon as you put on new keytops, you spent 3 or 4 times ... | |
| Dominion Piano | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a Dominion Piano that has been in our family for about 70 years and was purchased used by my ... A: These pianos were made in Canada, and by the looks of that serial number, you have one of the ... | |
| 85-key Holland piano | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: I may have accidentally sent you a question before I finished writing it! My apologies. Regardless, ... A: The Holland factory was in Wisconsin. There are not much to speak of with regard to design or ... | |
| story& clerk organ | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: do you know anything about a story & clerk electric organ model sc-60 A: The short answer: nope. The longer answer and reason: as my profile suggests, I field questions ... | |
| U1 Yamaha Piano | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: I saw a Yamaha piano, U1. The serial number is G1750582.The condition still looks good. My ... A: The piano was made in 1974. It was made in Japan And before we talk price range...the seventies was ... | |
| brand name arthur jordan | 9/15/2010 |
| Q: What can u tell me about upright regular pianos with the brand name arthur jordan. Am considering ... A: So, in my listing of over 12,000 piano manufacturers, there is indeed an Arthur Jordan, and that's ... | |
| My Howard M. Cable Piano | 9/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hoard M. Cable piano that was my grandmothers and has been passed down to my from my ... A: First, I think you mean Hobart M. Cable, and this piano was made in 1938. There is no antique value ... | |
| age and value of Story and Clarke piano | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I were fortunate to find a Story and Clarke Spinet piano serial number 308363 about 7 ... A: The piano was made in 1960. As to the value, the rests on several criteria: 1. Manufacture 2. age ... | |
| Purchasing Advice | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: Onesti. I am about to turn 33 and I am finally making the effort to fulfill my life-long dream of ... A: Used represents some special problems: 1. Age 2. condition 3. service record 4. configuration. I ... | |
| Lester Manufacturing Co / Cable and Sons Upright | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: We have an upright piano that has Lester and Co. Mfg on the inside with #162651 and I was wondering ... A: The piano was made in the Philadelphia area in 1946. Historically, Lester made middle of the road ... | |
| 1976 Kimbel Piano | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me what a 1976 Kimbel bicentennial piano is worth today? ANSWER: Hi Shelly: Can you ... A: The bicentennial part is a marketing thing and adds nothing to the value. If the piano is ... | |
| Lindeman and sons upright piano can you tell me anything about it? | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: Onesti, We recently saved a piano from being "scrapped for metal" as a neighbor drove down the ... A: The piano was made in NY in 1922. Model and manufacturer wise, the piece is unremarkable. Be very ... | |
| Francis Bacon baby grand | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: We are in possession of a Francis Bacon baby grand piano. It is mohagony, a little sun bleached as ... A: Francis Bacon pianos was established in 1789 in New York. I think the confusion in serial numbers ... | |
| Antique Upright Cabinet Grand solid Rosewood Piano | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a piano that I inherited and it has remained inside all of it's life with my family. It is an ... A: Ok... I am left at your Grandma's word! And we trust Grandma! Solid Rosewood would not a make a ... | |
| Antique Upright Cabinet Grand solid Rosewood Piano | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a piano that I inherited and it has remained inside all of it's life with my family. It is an ... A: The piano was made in 1911. I'm guessing what you call solid rosewood is more likely rosewood ... | |
| Used Yamaha Piano | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I want to verify if those piano so-called made in Japan were really made in Japan? Could you check ... A: By your model numbers, it appears these all my fall under the "grey market" category. Although they ... | |
| Certain keys on the piano do not play well | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: I just bought a used piano from an older lady with lots of grandkids. A penny is under one of the ... A: Yes...the keys do come off. If it's a console or spinet, there is a hold down strip that comes off ... | |
| Whittaker piano | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I bought a Whittaker console piano at a wholesale shop for $500.00 about 20 years ago. The piano is ... A: I wouldn't hesitate to ask for the buying price since it's a console. Was your technician ... | |
| Cable and Sons baby grand piano value for sale | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: My daughter has a Cable and Sons small baby grand piano that she needs to sell. It has "New York ... A: The piano was built around 1922. If I were buying it, my concern would lie in the piano's ability ... | |
| Lauter Piano | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright Lauter piano which my sister bought for me when I started taking music in the late ... A: This piano was made in New Jersey by the Lauter Humana Company. However, the serial numbers stop at ... | |
| Kawai GE20 vs. Yamaha C1 | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to purchase a 1930s Baldwin baby grand, serial no. 71056 for around $4,000. ... A: First...never, never, never get pushed. Tell the seller to sell it! That is a seller's ploy!. If ... | |
| weber piano | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a weber piano, dated 1883, with the serial number 25731. I was wondering, if I could possibly ... A: Weber was established in 1852 by Albert Weber in Manhattan, NY. IN 1903, Weber became part of the ... | |
| Kohler and Campbell KC-043 | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I am about to buy a piano K&C -043 serial JJF00682 I need to know what a fair cost for this piano ... A: Depending on the condition and viability of the piano, I would say 1200.00 top price in perfect ... | |
| Baldwin Baby Grand M 1930s, now a Kawai | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to purchase a 1930s Baldwin baby grand, serial no. 71056 for around $4,000. ... A: You are too kind. The GE series is really the bottom end, I believe of the Kawai line. I think ... | |
| Baldwin Baby Grand M 1930s | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to purchase a 1930s Baldwin baby grand, serial no. 71056 for around $4,000. ... A: The piano was built in 1933. Regardless of how it looks, I'm guessing the pin block is low on ... | |
| piano value | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: We have an Everson upright piano made by Williams Piano Company in Oshawa. We think that the piano ... A: Everson was the US import of Williams Piano company. Unfortunately, Everson kept no records of ... | |
| piano serials | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I refinish old pianos as a hobby and place them in new adoptive homes, and as such I get a number of ... A: Well...you sound like you have everything under control! Sherwin-Williams has bronzing liquid. It ... | |
| piano serials | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I refinish old pianos as a hobby and place them in new adoptive homes, and as such I get a number of ... A: Your Apollo was born in 1911. Sometimes individuals try to spruce things up with Krylon. There are ... | |
| my aeolian | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: the serial # is 6382 - definitely pre-80's, but don't believe it's a "relic". is an electric/pump. ... A: Most of this style piano was made in the early 1900's. Yours in 1905. The worth isn't much I'm ... | |
| Baldwin Piano | 8/1/2010 |
| Q: I am wanting to sell my baldwin piano and need an estimate as to what i should set my price. it was ... A: Since there is no reference to configuration, I'm guessing this is a console. I don't think there ... | |
| piano serials | 7/28/2010 |
| Q: I refinish old pianos as a hobby and place them in new adoptive homes, and as such I get a number of ... A: Weber: Manhattan, 46799 shows up as 1899 with a little mathematical interpolation. Wellington: by ... | |
| Intrest in Conway Mfg Piano | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I recently inherited a conway upright piano. It has a Milwaukee, WI zip code stamped into it ... A: The piano was made in 1915 and the Conway company was controlled by Hallet Davis. The stamped ... | |
| Used Kawai Value | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: ..we are considering looking at a 1970 5 foot Milan Grand? I think it's called...model 350? the guy ... A: For this piano I would put on the brakes!!! 1970 was not a great year for Kawai's. However, that is ... | |
| Trowbridge of Boston upright piano | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright 2 pedal piano by Trowbridge of Boston - serial number 3301. Can you tell me ... A: This company was in Franklin MA.started in 1888. They also made Edward and Florence pianos. Later, ... | |
| Heritage Kincaid Upright Piano | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a Heritage Kincaid Upright Piano that I think was purchased in 1982. On the back, the are two ... A: Your piano was made by the Grand Piano company owned by the Kincaid family...see where the name ... | |
| Old piano | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an old piano which is in poor condition. About to dispose of it, I thought I should attempt ... A: There is really no significance to old upright pianos. Your plan to dispose of it is on track. The ... | |
| Piano | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I was given an upright piano. The previous owner said it came from a saloon in South Dakota and that ... A: Well, first off...A.B. Smith was based in Cincinnati Ohio. So, if it "came" from South Dakota...it ... | |
| Schafer&sons piano | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a piano Ser#140332 that I want to tune. I have tuned my baby grand for years, but on the ... A: If it is a spinet...there are usually screws that hold the sliding mechanism in place. And there ... | |
| Girard Baby Grand | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a Girard/Cunningham baby grand piano (under 6'). I cannot find the serial number. Any ... A: There a couple of challenges here. First, Cunningham was not a great piano manufacturer...so we ... | |
| Bennett-Bretz Piano | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I recently saw a post you had replied to a gentleman named Jason re his Bennett-Bentz Piano. I also ... A: Regardless of the serial number, the style and age of the piano puts the value in the low hundreds ... | |
| Opinion of Piano Brand | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: In your opinion, what is the best piano brand, the worst piano brand, and how would you rate a ... A: Before I talk about Hinze, you have to tell me...new or used. Hinze was made by Kimball and ... | |
| Young Chang U-121 | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: Via local Craigslist, there is a Young Chang U-121 for sale with the serial #1517257. The piano is ... A: The piano was built in 1989. If you purchase this piano without having it looked at first...you'd ... | |
| Piano age | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering what you could tell me about a piano. It is a Morris Piano and says "Boston" just ... A: First of all...refurbished is an ambiguous term at best. I would need to have a list of what was ... | |
| Craig Piano brand | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have recently looked at a studio-sized Craig brand piano. First, is a studio piano appropriate ... A: Not sure where to go from here. Are you telling me the tech from Ontario in not interested in ... | |
| 1900 Hamilton Player Piano | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1900 Hamilton "double repeating action triple bearing scale" piano. The serial # is 77508. ... A: Unless you intend to use this piano, I would not move it to Alaska. The piano value, as well as the ... | |
| Craig Piano brand | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I have recently looked at a studio-sized Craig brand piano. First, is a studio piano appropriate ... A: A studio piano is fine as long as it is viable. And there in lies the question! The brand was ... | |
| piano age a value? | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a Baby Grand made be H Steinbach Berlin with a serial number #23290 What can you ... A: This is a company for which there are no records...sorry! There were several Steinback ... | |
| Lagonda Spinet Piano | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find any information and maybe the age of a spinet piano my mother handed down to me. ... A: Sure...the piano was made in 1940. Jesse French, same as Krell French started in NY. owned by J. ... | |
| Player piano | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a player piano made by the National Piano Company (with the mechanism made by Universal Piano ... A: All of the listings under anything resemble "national" have serial numbers starting with five ... | |
| value of my winter piano | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Winter Piano from the Aeolian Corporation with a serial number of 433413. It was made in ... A: This is a spinet from 1975. It looks like it's in decent shape, but you have to consider it is a ... | |
| concerned about purchasing a collard&collard grand baby piano | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: im interested in investing a baby grand piano. These days they are very expensive, but i came across ... A: I make a lot of money helping people send back pianos bought on the web like this!!! There is a way ... | |
| Becht Piano | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have an interesting challenge for you. My piano is a full upright BECHT piano. The plate is ... A: . and understood. However, all indications point to this piano being a stencil. Where did you get ... | |
| Value of my Piano | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a Schiller tigerwood finish, scale 20 upright serial # 3485 in good condition with patents ... A: That's why I said the dates didn't make sense. However, if you notice...you changed the name on me ... | |
| Value of my Piano | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a Schiller tigerwood finish, scale 20 upright serial # 3485 in good condition with patents ... A: the date is: 1894. I don't know where the 1901 and 1903 dates came from!!! I'm assuming this ... | |
| Becht Piano | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have an interesting challenge for you. My piano is a full upright BECHT piano. The plate is ... A: Yes...Becht was a Pre WW1 stencil piano. A 'stencil' piano was one that was manufactured under a ... | |
| Becht Piano | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have an interesting challenge for you. My piano is a full upright BECHT piano. The plate is ... A: Back when...there were only a couple sources for "plates". Steinway made their own, Kelly was ... | |
| baby grand soundboard | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I am considering buying a 1930s Mason and Risch Mahogany Baby Grand. We are on a tight budget, and ... A: .. All of the wood under the plate is part of the soundboard. I'm not worried as much about a ... | |
| aeolian piano | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I purchased an aeolian baby grand, serial number 50908. just above the number it says style with the ... A: Is there no other name on the piano. Perhaps on the Fallboard... AA is a model of Mason %26 Hamlin ... | |
| Piano worth, ball park figure | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have found a nice grand piano, I would like to purchase it however I am wondering the worth of my ... A: .. The manufacturing date is 1917. I would be careful on this one. It's age is against it. I ... | |
| Lindeman & Sons player piano | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: My dad had a Lindeman & Sons player piano. The serial number is 124130. We are recently thinking ... A: The piano has one value...and not much at that...if it is viable, maybe 2K. However, if the player ... | |
| Piano worth, ball park figure | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I have found a nice grand piano, I would like to purchase it however I am wondering the worth of my ... A: Those dates may be patent dates if they are stamped or tuning dates if they are hand written. There ... | |
| Horace Waters Piano Company | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: There was a question asked about a Horace Waters Grand Upright. The New York based company closed ... A: Horace Waters Piano Company based in NY, on 447 Broadway started in 1850. IN 1864 the address was ... | |
| Spinet/Brand | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I am comparing these two pianos, both spinet, with the intention of buying one of them: 1. A Knabe ... A: There is no quality associated with a spinet. The spinet was a bad design from the get and that's ... | |
| Spinet/Brand | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I am comparing these two pianos, both spinet, with the intention of buying one of them: 1. A Knabe ... A: I still would go with the Cable. Offer 400.00 and show them that you are serious and are ready to ... | |
| Spinet/Brand | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I am comparing these two pianos, both spinet, with the intention of buying one of them: 1. A Knabe ... A: My first suggestion is to have them looked at first. However, if you are not going to do ... | |
| Young Chang / Weber | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm selling my 1995 Young Chang / Weber that according to a repair/tuner has aluminum action ... A: Yes I have heard of that before. And there are sources for these parts. Is your technician ... | |
| Hallet & Davis 7 scale no. 6 | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to find any information such as age or anything else that may be available for a piano ... A: The piano was build around 1863 if the number is 13560. If the number is 18560 it is 1870...not a ... | |
| Piano Quality and Price | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I am looking at purchasing a Yamaha U-3 that is 14 years old but in great condition with leather ... A: The U-3 is a decent, professional upright piano. The price is not objectionable. I assume this ... | |
| Kimball Consolette Piano, mahogony cabinet | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I was given a Kimball consolette Piano, serial number 470231. I have not been able to locate that ... A: You are quite welcome. In that case...do NOT repair the piano. Sell it as is!!!!! Let the buyer ... | |
| Kimball Consolette Piano, mahogony cabinet | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: I was given a Kimball consolette Piano, serial number 470231. I have not been able to locate that ... A: That is the serial number and the piano was made in 1975. You're probably looking at 2-300.00 in ... | |
| Crown organ | 6/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a crown organ made by Geo P. Bent. It has on it Chicago U.S.A. and the number 65145. In ... A: As my profile suggests...I can handle questions on acoustic pianos only. However, I think I can ... | |
| weber piano | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: i have a weber new york number carved in wood is #11738 an brass letters are weber new york i no it ... A: The piano was made in 1876. There is no worth left in this old baby and there is no restoration ... | |
| Vose & Sons | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I’ve spent the better part of two hours looking over your FAQs on your site and have been pleasantly ... A: Well... First off...the string will have to be special ordered. Normally, you send in the remains ... | |
| Musette Piano | 6/13/2010 |
| Q: I would like more information on a Musette Piano; how much it would be worth today, and some history ... A: Musette pianos was a name used by the Aeolian company. The pianos were made by the Winter division ... | |
| Grand brand piano | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about a "Grand" brand piano that I had seen recently. Oddly enough, the serial ... A: Grand piano company was one of those 'here today gone tomorrow' companies that kept no record of ... | |
| Euphona upright #145314 | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: Onesti, My nephew has a Euphona upright player piano with the serial #145314 made by the Cable ... A: The piano was made in 1910. The value is nominal at this point and mostly sentimental. These ... | |
| Kimball Baby Grand | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: Don't know if my question qualifies for a response from you, but I am getting ready to put Mom's ... A: Of course it qualifies for a response!!! I'm guessing this is a five foot piano... Kimball baby ... | |
| upright piano girard | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to sell my upright piano, but I'm not sure how much it is worth. There is no name or ... A: The Girard pianos were made by Cunningham and discontinued in 1940. This looks to be early 1900's. ... | |
| Schafer and Sons piano | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: My neighbor is moving and is selling his Schafer and Sons grand piano. The piano is a 5'11" and ... A: Since there is no manufacturer: Schafer and Sons, these pianos are being made by others. In earlier ... | |
| SECOND OPINION | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: THE PIANO HAS STAMP ON THE INSIDE VALLEY GEM, 1829, ABOVE KEY BOARD VALLEY GEM-OHIO VALLEY PIANO CO. ... A: Square grands can go either way... They can be worth absolutely nothing...and as a piano that's ... | |
| cable-nelson piano | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: we have a cable-nelson upright grand piano. cn 75042.can you give us an age and ballpark value of ... A: The piano was built in 1912. As a piano there is no real value left. So if the piano is to be ... | |
| Jose and Sons | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: We have a Jose & Sons full upright piano with serial number 82823. Can you tell me anything about ... A: There is no "manufacturer" called Jose and Sons. What that, in all probability means is that Jose ... | |
| Piano Question | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: I plan to purchase a used piano for $800.00, Wurlitzer P-137 Spinet and Bench. Cherry wood in mint ... A: It is at the very top end of what one should pay for a spinet...BUT...if it is in really good ... | |
| 1904 Mason & Risch Piano | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: I am a Curator at a community museum and was offered a piano made by Mason %26 Risch in Toronto. I ... A: Mason and Risch was established in 1871 by Thomas Gabriel Mason, Vincent Risch and Octovius ... | |
| Lester piano and moving | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: My parents purchased a Lester piano from someone for my brother about 18 years ago. It never ... A: Lester pianos, made around the corner from me, were no more than...OK pianos. They had a bad time ... | |
| Hobart M. Cable upright 1936 (f/u) | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I just looked at a Hobart M. Cable upright 1936 (44 in. tall). The cabinet is in fairly good ... A: Generally...old uprights can be worse than old cars! If I were you, and you sound like you are ... | |
| Hobart M. Cable upright 1936 | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I just looked at a Hobart M. Cable upright 1936 (44 in. tall). The cabinet is in fairly good ... A: There are books on "how to buy a piano" and they are ALL bogus. There is not way I can teach you to ... | |
| Gilbert & Co. Piano | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: Boston serial #53339 that has a mahogany finish in very good condition so visually it has been very ... A: The Gilbert company in Boston started in 1907, made few pianos, and went out during the depression ... | |
| P.A. Starcks & Co./upright; commemorative edition for the anniversary of the landing of Christopher Columbus | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: my name is Mike, I'm 30, and I live in Evansville Indiana. I own a P.A. Starks&Co. upright piano. ... A: First of all...all that "commemorative" stuff is nothing more than sales hype. Stark piano company ... | |
| George P Bent Piano | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a four pedal George P Bent Piano Serial number 31524. Looking on the internet the estimated ... A: The piano was made by the Crown Company in 1904. The worth is nominal at best. It is not worth ... | |
| Year and Approx value Cable Nelson piano | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: There is an old poorly tuned piano in our family farm house I inherited. It is a Cable Nelson ser ... A: The piano was made in 1911 in Chicago to be taken over later by the Everett Piano Company. There is ... | |
| Wurlitzer piano | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: I'm looking to buy a piano for the first time. I've found a Wurlitzer that is around 12 years old & ... A: The price does not bother me! Can you tell me the configuration...spinet, console, upright...etc. ... | |
| serial numbers | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: My parents have a Linderman and Sons baby grand. It was purchased in the early '80's. Where do I ... A: take off the music desk...it normally just slids forward until it is free. Under it lives the ... | |
| Geo. P. Bent furniture? | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a Geo. P.Bent item that I am not sure what it is. It is a cabinet with 2 doors, a drop down ... A: The serial number points to 1915. Are you telling me there is no piano inside all this furniture??? ... | |
| Kimball Artist Console | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a Kimball Artist Console Hardwood Life Crowned Toneboard Piano, serial #657662 Genuine ... A: The piano was made in 1964. I would start around 1300.00 if it is in perfect condition. Advertise ... | |
| Gerhard Heintzman piano | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me what age my Gerhard Heintzman piano is. Its serial # is 35556. ... A: The piano was made in 1909. Tuning costs vary with geography. In the Philadelphia area, the ... | |
| Bennett bretz piano? | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: We came across a piano solid wood obviously re painted black over mahogany with a Piano Board ... A: When you run across pianos like this, you have to make some assumptions in interpreting the ... | |
| steinert piano | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: What can you tell me about the reputation of a "steinert" piano. There is a 1967 steinert piano for ... A: M. Steinert pianos were first made in Athens, Georgia in 1860. They have nothing to do with ... | |
| Yamaha and Kawai digitals | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I want to buy a piano for my sons 3 and 6 to learn. I am self-learning right now (after an initial 5 ... A: Well... Both companies are good...I favor Kawai for several reasons: More product for your dollar ... | |
| Bush & Gerts Piano | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a Bush & Gerts piano. It's an 1892 (?) Columbus commemorative 400th anniversary, mahagony, ... A: Bush and Gerts was made in Chicago. The date of inception is 1885. The pianos were made by Haddorff ... | |
| Value of Acrosonic Console Piano | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: A neighbor is offering to sell me an Acrosonic 43.5" console piano for $825. He stated it was ... A: The serial number points to somewhere in 1996. The amount doesn't bother me. However, I would have ... | |
| What to do with an early serial number Cabinet Grand Everett Piano | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a serial 15825 Cabinet Grand Everett Piano that has to be moved from its current location.The ... A: If you are not going to use the piano, I would suggest seeing of one of the local churches or music ... | |
| w h paling piano | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: A friend of mine has an old upright piano in slight disrepair in there shed it apears to have some ... A: The piano was made in 1946. Because of the present market, the age of the piano, its origin and ... | |
| Piano | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: Why did you choose this field? A: Actually, the field chose me. My uncle was a piano tuner and he got me started years ago when I was ... | |
| Raymond Cabinet Grand Piano | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: Our historic village has been offered a Raymond Cabinet Grand Piano that is in fair condition. It ... A: There may be family heirloom value, but no real historic value. I would not spend money on ... | |
| Baus Piano | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a Baus Piano, serial number 127894. Can you tell me approximately when it was made and the ... A: The piano was made in 1919. I imagine the configuration is a typical vertical about 50 or so inches ... | |
| Piano Value | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: My parents are moving into town (into a much smaller place) as they are now up there in age and ... A: The piano was indeed made in 1960. If it is a full vertical, and in perfect condition, the mid ... | |
| Info about my piano | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a Harrison Kimball baby grand piano and we were told it was built around 1920. That is all I ... A: The piano was build by Kimball in 1927. Harrison was name used by Kimball (Whitney)in the Chicago ... | |
| knabe piano or baldwin | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I have been shopping on craigslist for an upright piano. I am considering an upright knabe piano ... A: .. Knabe console trumps the Baldwin Acrosonic spinet any day. It looks nice. Do this...go to ... | |
| Approximate value of my Yamaha piano | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a Yamaha console piano around 1987, model #m304, serial #T117469. Our childrn took ... A: Looks like the piano was made in 1988 in USA. If it's in great shape...mid to higher hundreds. I ... | |
| piano age? | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: First off, thanks for your time... I have a upright Sargent piano, by Baldwin.... the serial number ... A: .. And your welcome. Those dates were put there by technicians who used the piano for their tuning ... | |
| used budget piano purchase | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to help my married daughter with a small budget find a piano. She took lessons for 11 ... A: The Baldwin Acrosonic is a bottom of the line, spinet...usually...piano. I would look for a ... | |
| Henry Miller Acoustic baby grand piano | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for an acoustic baby for my 8 year old son and I have just got an offer of 7,839 ... A: New Henry F. Millers are NOT Henry F Millers!!!!!! Henry F. Miller stopped making pianos years ago. ... | |
| Piano information | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I need information about a piano Leland model L1277. Do you know something about this instrument? ... A: If you can, get me a picture of the inside of the piano. Serial numbers usually were not preceded ... | |
| 1976 Baldwin Baby Grand | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a Baldwin Baby Grand, Model R, Sn# 214673. Ebony satin finish. Excellent condition. I am ... A: Handmade...well...all factory pianos are handmade...to a certain extent. Robotics has yet to enter ... | |
| Yamaha M1F vs C108 | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: Just a quick follow up question. The M1F 1996 and C108 1997 felt and sounded both pretty well and ... A: ..yet again my readers prove to be smarter at computers than I!!! all of the C108's I could find at ... | |
| alex steinbach upright piano | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know where it stands in the quality scale in relation to the current new models.What ... A: None of my records show any Steinbach piano. I'll bet dollars to doughnuts that this is a piano ... | |
| Yamaha M1F vs C108 | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: Just a quick follow up question. The M1F 1996 and C108 1997 felt and sounded both pretty well and ... A: .. I just went back over our previous conversations. I found the querry regarding the M1F, but ... | |
| Yamaha M1F vs C108 | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: Just a quick follow up question. The M1F 1996 and C108 1997 felt and sounded both pretty well and ... A: I have a formula with regard to the year and model. I run numbers...a depreciation so to speak...so ... | |
| Whitney piano | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I have Whitney piano which I would like to sell Kimball model no 3072 serial no S78217 37" high and ... A: You could be dead right about it being a spinet...I just wanted to be sure. Your attachment didn't ... | |
| Yamaha M1F/M1B | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: It's me again. Still looking for an acoustic piano as my 7 year old daughter progresses from my ... A: The Yamahas made in Georgia are just fine. One of the reasons Yamaha has a factory in Georgia is ... | |
| material of my piano | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I have been trying to figure out the type of material my piano is made out of. I know most of it is ... A: The case (furniture) is made of a core wood, like poplar and covered in a decorative veneer...like ... | |
| krakauer upright | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: What do you think this piano is worth? How much should a piano store have into it and what would ... A: Is it a spinet? Or...is it a console? Kind of looks like a spinet from here but would have to look ... | |
| Whitney piano | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I have Whitney piano which I would like to sell Kimball model no 3072 serial no S78217 37" high and ... A: Before we continue, I need to know for sure of the action configuration. You say it is a spinet ... | |
| Schiller Upright | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a Schiller upright serial #58079. I'm curious to value so I can determine if I ... A: The piano was made in 1916. Everybody's definition or understanding of "restoration" seems to be ... | |
| Bell Piano | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: We have an upright piano made by the Bell Piano & Organ Company Ltd. We have found inside a ... A: The stuff written in pencil is graffiti from a tuner who didn't have index cards! Bell pianos were ... | |
| Piano | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: Do South Koreans make good pianos like the Japanese and the U.S? A: A loaded question! 1. No one makes pianos as well as the Americans. 2. The Japanese (Kawai/Yamaha) ... | |
| 1929 schiller upright | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I have received a 1929 Upright piano from Schiller Piano Company. It has the roll type music. I have ... A: The piano was made in the twenties as most players/reproducers were. The number points to 1927 as ... | |
| Piano | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright piano from Schafer & Sons. Its serial number is T00047596 and the other side of ... A: .. If the piano is OK...relax...you didn't get ripped off! And, the Asians LOVE to make the ... | |
| Piano | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright piano from Schafer & Sons. Its serial number is T00047596 and the other side of ... A: Hey Danny: I'm going to depart from what I said earlier. I continued digging around and found that ... | |
| Baldwin Baby Grand | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: Ralph, My small vocal program has been looking for piano donations for our second studio. We were ... A: The piano was made in 1937 and your tech is more likely than not right on the money. This is a ... | |
| Merrill baby grand piano | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: I have two questions about this piano which we recently purchased for our son: 1. Every comment ... A: Why indeed! The Jacob company was in NY. What they put on pianos had greatly to do with where they ... | |
| Merrill baby grand piano | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I have two questions about this piano which we recently purchased for our son: 1. Every comment ... A: Merrill Piano MFG. Co.was located at 146 Boylston, Boston Mass. The factory was at Neponset, Mass. ... | |
| Kimball console | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: Could you please tell me my Kimball console, serious number S55999, age, value and some information ... A: The piano was made in 1981. Value is in the mid to high hundreds if indeed it is a viable ... | |
| Yamaha C108 | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I started to give my seven year old daughter piano lessons on a keyboard and my husband who never ... A: 4K is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy too much!!!!! I'm thinking 1500.00 would me MORE than ... | |
| Wellington number 17887 | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I own a Wellington piano number 17887. It was completely rebuilt a couple of years ago but I need to ... A: This piano was built by Cable in 1892. "Completely rebuilt" By that I assume you mean: New ... | |
| Bradbury Upright | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I recently came across a Bradbury Upright Concert Grand F.G Smith MF'R., serial # 23042, I do not ... A: I'm sorry...but it is not worth restoring. It is a normal upright, and it was made in 1891 in ... | |
| Schultz Piano | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know how to find out the age of the piano I have the fron reads: Schultz ... A: I would be happy to help. I'm guessing by "cabinet grand" it is really an upright. Look inside and ... | |
| piano value | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I was searching for a value for Gilbert piano 1893 in very good condition and ran into a question ... A: .. If you roll it down the hill...where will it wind up? It is pretty...but unfortunately, the ... | |
| Acrosonic for Baldwin Spinet | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a spinet that's been in the family for a long time - but not much information on it. I'm ... A: Which part of Alaska and how is the weather there now? I'm going to assume that 430229 was standing ... | |
| Baldwin Baby Grand 5'2" Artist Series | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: Another Piano I am looking at is the one above. It was built in 1965 I don't have a serial number. ... A: First of all...I would make sure that the pin block in that piano is still viable. No sense getting ... | |
| Baldwin Baby Grand | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I am looking at a Baldwin Baby Grand, serial number M103322 that has had the maintenance kept up and ... A: The piano was made in 1943. The worth is next to nothing. In original condition, you would be ... | |
| Baldwin Baby Grand | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I Inherited a Baldwin Baby Grand and I think its from the 1950-60 I was wondering where do I find ... A: Baldwin serial numbers are usually not hidden unless it was painted over. Take off the music ... | |
| My 1964 Yamaha studio with 86 keys | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Onesti, I was given a brand new Yamaha--a style that makes you think "danish"--not the ebony ... A: .. I'm reading this and I'm not sure what you're saying about the age. Do you think this was made ... | |
| Monarch pump organ | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a "Monarch" pump organ, bought at a auction, it is very old good condition, where do I find ... A: As my profile suggests, I handle acoustic piano questions only. However, you might want to either ... | |
| Used Mason & Hamblin | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for a good quality upright on a budget. I have set some personal rules that it has to ... A: Mason %26 Hamlin pianos are great...This one is NOT!!!! Don't even pay for a registered technician ... | |
| serial number Mathushek Piano | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright Mathushek piano that I'm considering a) restoring or b) having tuned, slightly ... A: .. If you were my client...and I can certainly do whatever work it needed...I would tell you NOT to ... | |
| Schafer & Son Piano | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a 7' long grand piano by Schafer %26 Sons. I'm not a pianist, I'm a violinist %26 ... A: The piano was made in 1977. If you are happy with the piano, and a registered technician determines ... | |
| Sargent piano | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sargent upright piano, serial number 234219. I cannot find anywhere what the piano is worth ... A: The piano was made by D.H. Baldwin in 1932. The piano has no worth and may not even be serviceable. ... | |
| Player Electrical Switch | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Ralph. I have a 1916 Euphona Reproducing Inner Player Piano made by the Chicago Cable Company. The ... A: As my profile suggests...I can help with acoustic pianos only. For player mechanisms...you might ... | |
| Repair of piano leg attachment | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: We recently obtained by mother's Starch up right piano SserialNumber 187395( puschased new in about ... A: The sound won't be affected in any event. I would re-glue it using something strong...PC7 epoxy ... | |
| Erhard Piano | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I recently inherited an Erhard piano from my grandmother and was interested in its worth. I have ... A: These pianos were made by the Bloomingdale Brothers...AKA...Walters Piano Company. Usually that ... | |
| new piano hammers | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I bought a new set of piano hammers, and I got them on ok, but a few of the angled hammers are ... A: OK Dylan... Let's leave out the bass for now. Do the hammers in the middle seem to follow the ... | |
| new piano hammers | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I bought a new set of piano hammers, and I got them on ok, but a few of the angled hammers are ... A: There may be one or both of two problems: 1. The hammers are drilled at an angle too acute for ... | |
| Schafer & Son Piano | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a 7' long grand piano by Schafer %26 Sons. I'm not a pianist, I'm a violinist %26 ... A: Well...that is a really tough question not being able to put my hands on the piano. Did you buy it ... | |
| Schiller upright grand piano | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a Schiller Cabinet Grand piano serial #29891. What is the approximate weight of ... A: Do you know why furniture movers move pianos even though the ruin many of them? Because the massive ... | |
| Taber baby grand | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: my sister is buying a used Taber baby grand which the owner said was made in 1927. is this worth ... A: I always worry about a grand that old. I worry about the pin block especially. The ONLY way to ... | |
| serial number Mathushek Piano | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright Mathushek piano that I'm considering a) restoring or b) having tuned, slightly ... A: First...are all of the above choices...or are you interested in just selling. 1. No restoring...not ... | |
| Bradbury 1910 Upright Grand | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: We have a Bradbury 1910 upright grand. Cabinetry in very good shape. Needs tuning and repair of one ... A: If you date is correct, the value is long gone by now. Only heirloom or family sentimental value ... | |
| Girard (?) piano | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: My house (Philly) came with an upright piano that says 'GIRARD' on it. Is/was that the maker. ... A: OK...let me see if I have this correctly: The piano says: Girard...Philly...that makes it a ... | |
| Camp Cabinet Grand Piano | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I am in charge of selling what I think is a beautiful old piano -- in sight and sound. It is marked ... A: The piano was made by Estey in 1889. There is really no value attached to an upright this old. If ... | |
| needham pumporgan | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a needham pump organ in excellent condition, I love restoring things... what is not ... A: Ok...let's start here..."ONLY A WOMEN"????????????!!!!!!!!!!!! Jeanette...I'm surprised at you! I ... | |
| Bell Piano | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: My Bell ( a bit of a clunker, unfortunately) has serial no.14893 could you tell me it's year of ... A: Well I actually champion my clients and what the best for them. In the early 1970's, I feel there ... | |
| piano dampers | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I fixed my piano's dampers, but I did notice that none of the dampers are trichords, just single ... A: Good for you! Tri- chords are an option of the manufacture. It depends on the trouble they have ... | |
| Bell Piano | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: My Bell ( a bit of a clunker, unfortunately) has serial no.14893 could you tell me it's year of ... A: Re-pinning would help tuning stability if the block is loose...and if the block will take it. It ... | |
| piano action | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: Could you help me figure out what is wrong with my piano action? On one of the strings in the treble ... A: OK...by the numbers: 1. Dampers in upright pianos are set in motion by a damper "spoon" at the back ... | |
| Hackley: Chicago & Muskegon Piano | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a the above piano (serial# 67528)in my basement it is in good condition. We do not need it ... A: This company kept absolutely no records on its pianos. However, trust me, you won't ruin it by ... | |
| 1861 Haines Brothers Piano | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I've inherited a square grand piano that has "John A. Clarke 1861" written inside the frame and ... A: The piano was made around 1858/59. OK...first of all...if you were my client, I would have tried to ... | |
| Washburn Piano | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a Washburn Piano with the serial number on the soundboard of 6297. I was wondering what date ... A: The name Washburn was used by both Lyon and Healy and Aeolian. Although proper records were not ... | |
| Bell Piano | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: My Bell ( a bit of a clunker, unfortunately) has serial no.14893 could you tell me it's year of ... A: The piano was made in 1905. Action specifications...no. Stringing specs...probably. See if your ... | |
| Hobart M. Cable piano value | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright (57") Hobart M. Cable, Grade I, piano in what I believe to be mahogany. The ... A: You have the date of manufacture correct. And, as good a condition as it seems to be, it was born ... | |
| Geo p Bent piano | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I have an antique crown (geo p bent) piano. The serial number is 32579, and it's an orchestral ... A: The piano was made in 1904. Pretty much all of the piano/instrument value is gone. What is left is ... | |
| 2nd Hand Piano | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a W.H Paling %26 Co upright piano which I had delivered today. Knowing very little about ... A: The piano was made in by the Beale company in 1955. The Victor piano company was in Chicago and ... | |
| Howard(Baldwin) upright | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: Onesti.I have a Howard upright serial #78917. It was new at time of purchase(in the 1960's I think) ... A: There is no reason you couldn't sell it!...or...donate it. It's really not that old and I'm ... | |
| Piano Tunning | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 54" upright Cable Company Euphona inner-player piano from 1914. Is it designed to be tunned ... A: That was just an informative statement. Trust me, the strings are cast steel. In the ... | |
| Piano Tunning | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 54" upright Cable Company Euphona inner-player piano from 1914. Is it designed to be tunned ... A: All pianos made in the USA were designed to be tuned to A49=440HZ. If your piano hasn't been tuned ... | |
| Hardman & Peck Duo Player Piano | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: My parents have one and are not sure what to ask for it. They think it is a 1959. They are not sure ... A: Ok...the serial number is inside on the steel plate, or around back on the wood. That will help us ... | |
| Schubert Piano | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: Onesti, I'm thinking about selling my antique piano. It's made by Schubert and the series number is ... A: Well...first of all Mike...not an antique! The configuration is of a normal piano regardless of ... | |
| Belling piano | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright piano stamped inside 'Belling made in USA' and also a number stamped in several ... A: .. This "belling" piano company was a part of yet another company, which was part of yet...another ... | |
| George Steck Piano | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: A member of our church donated a George Steck baby Grand piano (4'10"). The serial number is 63950. ... A: I Pastor Chris: The piano was made in 1920. For IRS purposes, there is a form that needs to be ... | |
| Antique Deck & Son Piano | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I have an old Deck & Son piano that I bought about 15 years ago for $900.00. It isn't in tune ... A: .. In my research, I have a Decker and Sons...is that what you mean. If so, your piano was made in ... | |
| Age | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: I do have a Ferd Thurmer 5 583 Nps Piano and would like to know the age of the oldie Thx Chris. ... A: The reason I asked if it were acoustic or electric is that the name Thurmer is not contained in the ... | |
| Kimball console | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: We purchased a new Kimball console piano in 1986. The serial# is T37944. It is in great shape except ... A: Your piano was discontinued in 1990 at which time it listed for 2,538.00 Running the numbers, I ... | |
| Behning and Sons | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I Have a Behning and Sons New York Upright piano with a serial No. of 44073. It is marked with a ... A: The piano was made in 1917. The value is nominal at best...maybe low hundreds. With regard to ... | |
| How To Install Key Lead Weight | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I had one question for you. How do you install a key lead weight? A: 1. Remove the key(s) 2. drill a hole at the appropriate spot on the key the size of the weight. ... | |
| Leland piano's | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: My in-laws gave my wife and I a piano. It is marked Leland of Chicago, #75300, and it is in decent ... A: No problem... If the kids are going to take lessons, then I think a quick visit by a registered ... | |
| Leland piano's | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: My in-laws gave my wife and I a piano. It is marked Leland of Chicago, #75300, and it is in decent ... A: Made around 1905. Not worth a huge investment!!!!!! This was a name of Smith-Barnes and not it's ... | |
| Cracked soundboard | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I recently bought a Mason & Hamlin Model A about month ago. The Technician that appraised it told me ... A: We start here: Were the technicians REGISTERED?????? If not, I discount anything they say. ... | |
| 1800 pump orgian | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: what is the best simpilst way to clean the key's they are ivory dont want to damage them A: Ivory keys are the bones of animals. As such, they are porous, gather dirt, and eventually yellow. ... | |
| wurlitzer drop action regulation | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: after taking out the action, i found several tiny cracks near pins, did my best to glue and replace. ... A: Arvid: Let me ask you aCan you remove a key without disturbing the sticker action? If so, perhaps ... | |
| What is the date of my piano? | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: we just got a piano that is a little banged up, but my wife and I were wanting one for my son to ... A: Well...I wouldn't use the word, "restore". I'm guessing you will get away with a service visit from ... | |
| Sherman Clay piano | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sherman Clay & CO piano - Aldrich New York, serial # 257877. Can you tell me what year it ... A: .. Well...it's a fancy case isn't it! I did go back and look further, and there are no other ... | |
| Piano | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I was offered a Melville Clark Walnut Baby Grand Piano purchased in 1931 from the original owner. ... A: First...I need a serial number to verify the date of manufacture. Second...be careful..this is an ... | |
| Schumann Special Piano | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I have acquired a Schumann Special SN 36976 Piano, can you give me any details. First date written ... A: Before we go any further, can you give me a clue as to its configuration? Upright Grand Studio ... | |
| Sherman Clay piano | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sherman Clay & CO piano - Aldrich New York, serial # 257877. Can you tell me what year it ... A: Well...Sherman Clay was actually based in San Francisco and had pianos made by at least three other ... | |
| Shiller player piano | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: We acquired a Shiller player piano in 1989. We have been able to determine that it is an upright ... A: Upright pianos with players have dearly lost their value in the last two decade, more and more ... | |
| To buy or not to buy... | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I have an opportunity to purchase a Boston acoustic model GP163 5'4" high gloss ebony piano that is ... A: I never warmed up to the Boston Piano. It is owned by Steinway but made to their specifications by ... | |
| Baldwin Piano | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to find information on a piano that I have recently received from my father. He says that ... A: The piano was made in 1938. Acrosonic was a name placed on many of the Baldwin models and sizes. ... | |
| Iver & Pond | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an opportunity to get an Ivers %26 Pond upright piano, i am wondering if it is worth taking ... A: We're talking about a big outlandishly heavy upright born in 1914. Are you considering this because ... | |
| Raymond Cabinet Grand Piano | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I have an old piano that says Raymond Cabinet Grand on the outside. It has the model number 4235 on ... A: The first Raymonds were made in 1900 and the last in 1940. Only the serial number inside will give ... | |
| Yamaha pianos | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: We are considering purchasing a used piano in order that our children can take lessons. What is the ... A: The U1...nice piano is Yamaha studio at 48". This could be a good purchase depending on the age. I ... | |
| Piano opinion | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: I'm looking for a special vertical piano. My old, built in 1900, 48" Weber, had a very nice sound, ... A: One never spends 2K on an old 1900 Weber! Comparing a Kohler and Campbell to a Yamaha is comparing ... | |
| Ludwig & Co. piano | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: What are some guidelines to consider when tuning and repairing an old piano? Someone has given me ... A: Rule number one: Always use a registered piano technician from the Piano Technicians Guild. These ... | |
| Howard 1910 | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I am refinishing my baby grand that I have hauled over the world for 40 yrs. The last move the ... A: You can finish the piano anyway you like. Tung oil would be a normal finish for walnut...but it ... | |
| Hardman piano appraisal | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: My mother has a Hardman Baby Grand piano that was originally a player but was converted to ... A: When you say, "Is it valuable for an accurate appraisal", do you mean..."should I sell It"???? ... | |
| value of aldrich piano | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright piano that I am curious about. It has Aldrich, New York, Sherman Clay and Co. ... A: The piano was made in 1919. Sherman Clay was based in San Francisco. However, some of the Adrich ... | |
| Small Square Piano Maker & Age | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I have seen a tiny, Approx. 3"X2" square piano. It is like the old square grands but tiny ... A: If it is a Lester...it will say so somewhere. And yes...it could be true. There was a craze...and ... | |
| Kawai grand piano 500 made in 1968 | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I am thinking of purchasing the Kawai grand piano 500, 5'10", made in Japan, 1968. It has some fine ... A: Ok... Let's take this a step at a time!' The technician who blindly said the Yamaha is better than ... | |
| Piano origin | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I have aquired a 1920 Upright piano from Behning N.Y.. The serial number is47430. Was it a player ... A: The doors behind the food pedals hid the two pedals that swiveled down so the operator could pump ... | |
| Kawai grand piano 500 made in 1968 | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I am thinking of purchasing the Kawai grand piano 500, 5'10", made in Japan, 1968. It has some fine ... A: All things being equal, Grands are better than uprights. However, my concern with the grand is the ... | |
| Piano origin | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I have aquired a 1920 Upright piano from Behning N.Y.. The serial number is47430. Was it a player ... A: The piano was made in 1920. The army did all kinds of things for the troops in those days! No, the ... | |
| History or information on a piano | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I just recently acquired a piano from my local Salvation Army temple, and I was wondering if you ... A: Sarah... Now that was funny. Actually, I made a statement about the worth because more often than ... | |
| History or information on a piano | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I just recently acquired a piano from my local Salvation Army temple, and I was wondering if you ... A: J.W. Shaw and Company were made in Montreal Canada. Unfortunately, that company was in and out of ... | |
| wurlitzer model 2860 | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I've looked online and haven't been able to find any information regarding the piano I have and am ... A: It looks like a spinet model...more accurately, a drop action piano. The case looks ... | |
| Piano date and value | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: My mother has had a piano for years that is in excellent condition. We have recently taken an active ... A: Bradbury was established in 1837 at Leominster, MA. It was taken over by F.G. Smith in 1867 when ... | |
| washburn player piano | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a Washburn Lyon & Healyp layer piano the only numbers i can find are when you open the top ... A: The Lyon and Healy numbers show it to me made around 1903. If you think about your normal home ... | |
| Mathushek & Son upright piano | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: We are selling our family's Mathushek & Son upright piano. It is in good condition and has been ... A: The piano appears to have been made in 1894. And by the looks of it, furniture wise, it's a beauty. ... | |
| wurlitzer model 2860 | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I've looked online and haven't been able to find any information regarding the piano I have and am ... A: It appears the piano was made in 1954. Since it is that old, the model number has no record, but by ... | |
| Kawai 802 and Baldwin Hamilton | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old who has been taking piano lessons for 10 months and I enjoy playing myself as ... A: Looks like it was born around 1980. If the tech says the pin block is ok and the action looks good, ... | |
| Mason and Hamlin Grand | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I own a Mason and Hamlin Model A S/N 90581. According to Mason and Hamlin and other technical ... A: .. I'm happy your tech is a member of the PTG...would that be an associate member or a registered ... | |
| Mason and Hamlin Grand | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I own a Mason and Hamlin Model A S/N 90581. According to Mason and Hamlin and other technical ... A: Since the Aeolian factory closed down, several people tried to bring back the Mason but failed ... | |
| Piano Keyboard/Action locked | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: Our spinet piano has a Pratt & Reed hammer action which has mysteriously and suddenly locked all ... A: I sounds to me as though your problem is in the trap work. If you take the bottom board off (the ... | |
| Kawai 802 and Baldwin Hamilton | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old who has been taking piano lessons for 10 months and I enjoy playing myself as ... A: The Kawai was made in 1979 and the price is high. However, regardless of the price, I would have it ... | |
| Want to sell a chickering upright | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I would like to sell a chickering upright. Serial number 194702. Can you give me a starting point ... A: Gee Deb: I'm sorry if I wasn't clear. You asked me for a starting price for your piano. Old ... | |
| Lyon & Healy piano | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I am looking at purchasing a used Lyon & Healy piano. The owner bought it new 30 years ago and ... A: Donna: The last Lyon and Healy pianos show a serial number of 205xxx in 1989. I'm guessing this is ... | |
| Fritz Buntrock | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: My family purchased a piano in Uruguay back in 1987 called a Fritz Buntrock. It only has 85 keys. ... A: With the over 12,000 manufacturers listings and resources I have, there is no Buntrock...I'm sorry. ... | |
| Janssen Piano repair | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I have owned a Janssen piano, serial #104877 for about 30 years & has never been tuned. After a ... A: 1. How do you know the tuner is certified with the piano technicians guild? 2. If they are not, and ... | |
| antique pianos | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Neindorf piano which has come to me through the family. I am told it was shipped here from ... A: There is no listing for this manufacture in my resources. However, my guess is, unless there is ... | |
| Young Chang piano | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I'm back...and I am now looking at a Young Chang U121 serial #1489904. I know you recommended a ... A: At 975, it could be a great buy. Here's some tips... Ask when they had it serviced last. Find out ... | |
| Young Chang piano | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I'm back...and I am now looking at a Young Chang U121 serial #1489904. I know you recommended a ... A: The manufacturing date given by the seller confuses me. I have that serial number as being ... | |
| price of hinze baby grand | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I own a hinze baby grand piano which is approximately 22 years old and is in excellent condition. I ... A: The Hinze piano was manufactured by Kimball and discontinued in 1949. Obviously you have a piano, ... | |
| Victor Piano | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I have found a Victor (brass plate (grill) inside right very this looks kinda like wrought iron ) ... A: Victor in Chicago was in business from 1895 to 1930. Restoration is in the tens of thousands. Now ... | |
| Adam Schaaf | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I represent a community outreach thrift store. We just had a piano donated to us and are wondering ... A: The piano was made in 1922. My problem with this is the structural integrity of the pin block and ... | |
| Cable Piano - 1962 | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I am deciding whether or not I could sell the 1962 Cable Upright Piano that I have (age based on ... A: Well...you can do either in your financial favor. To sell it, I would post it at the local music ... | |
| Pleyel Piano Insurance Appraisal/Tuning | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I are currently living in The Netherlands and have purchased an upright Pleyel piano ... A: Gee...this is a hard one. If it were here...I would tell you that your normal home owner's ... | |
| My piano | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a piano from My great uncle and would like to find out anything I can about it, ... A: Ok...we're coming up short on this end also. Here is what might help: 1. Open up the piano. go ... | |
| Authenticity of Piano | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1955 Baldwin Acrosonic with Japanese artwork on it. Did Baldwin commission this type of ... A: I have never seen any commissioning of any kind from a factory in the US especially Baldwin. My ... | |
| downweight with new hammers | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: Ralph, I live in Cape May Court House NJ and purchased a Weinbach 192 AKA Petrof III. It is a 2002 ... A: I think this came in twice...but just in case. The action weight is checked out of the piano. It ... | |
| downweight with new hammers | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: Ralph, I live in Cape May Court House NJ and purchased a Weinbach 192 AKA Petrof III. It is a 2002 ... A: .. I'm sorry...that won't do for me. My professional life lives and dies on accuracy. First of ... | |
| downweight with new hammers | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: Ralph, I live in Cape May Court House NJ and purchased a Weinbach 192 AKA Petrof III. It is a 2002 ... A: The regulation spring won't help! If Ari's hammers are heavier...you can do NOTHING short of ... | |
| Dominion piano | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have enjoyed reading the responses you give regarding the age and care of pianos. I have recently ... A: Dominion Piano and Organ Company was established in 1870 as Oshawa Organ and Melodeon Mfg. Co by ... | |
| Baldwin vs. Kawai for purchase | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to choose between three pianos: (1) a 1983 Baldwin Ebony Satin R1 - $6500 (cash), (2) ... A: First of all...the RX3 is the best of the lot. Baldwins are NOT my favorite for many, many reasons. ... | |
| Kawai K25E and GM2 | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: Two used options available for purchase. The GM2 is about 10 years old and the K25E is around 4 ... A: Hey...I was right on the money!!! The price I give is the top price!!! And as I said...it has to be ... | |
| Kimball Harrison value? | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: We have a Kimball Harrison console piano. We possibly looking to sell it and are wondering what the ... A: Looks like the piano was made in 1978. I think somewhere in the range of 750.00 to 1000.00 would be ... | |
| Polishing the Brass on a Used Piano | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a used Wurlitzer grand piano. The piano is less than 10 years old. The brass ... A: Ah...may favorite part of restoration. If it's less than ten years old, some of the brass, like the ... | |
| Another question re Kimball piano | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: What would be a good asking price for this piano? It needs some repair with pads and of course ... A: I need a little more to go on. 1. Configuration...spinet, console, studio, upright, grand 2. The ... | |
| Brand opinion | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to buy a used (less than 10 years old) console/studio upright piano for my children ... A: I looks like the CX series was discontinued around 1999. And that serial number looks to be around ... | |
| piano | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1898 upright Mathushek that has been restored and is excellent condition. Can you tell ... A: I'm not sure what you mean by restored. You need to qualify that for me. To "restore" that piano ... | |
| Kawai K25E and GM2 | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: Two used options available for purchase. The GM2 is about 10 years old and the K25E is around 4 ... A: The K 25 2005 The GM2 1998 The GM2 should be going for 5300.00 it TOP condition The K 25 4,500.00 ... | |
| Hardman & Peck Piano | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: Ralph, I recently inherited a Hardman & Peck piano. The serial # on it is 116688. I believe it is ... A: The piano was made in 1958. If it's in great shape, I would try for 700.00 and see where that goes. ... | |
| Lauter Piano | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a Lauter baby grand piano that as given to me by my grandparents. They bought it new but I ... A: The piano was made in 1917 in Newark, New Jersey. The value, at this point, would be nominal, and ... | |
| Gulbransen piano | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I am going to look at a Gulbransen console piano tomorrow. The seller says it's a Bremen LCX series, ... A: First off...without a serial number I can't date it. However, The LCX series points to offshore ... | |
| piano age | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: We are looking at a Baldwin R1 with the serial # 38620. The dealer says it is actually a ZR1--i ... A: I use purchased documentation, not a site for ages of pianos. I have listings for thousands of ... | |
| yamaha U | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I saw there are some refurbished Yamaha U3 for bidding on ebay. Those pianos do have two year ... A: Well...5 K for a new U1 sounds about right. The Kawai K8 is a much better piano. The K3 is similar ... | |
| Bradford piano questions | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a property that has an upright piano made by Bradford Piano Company, out of New ... A: The ONLY thing listed in any documentation for Bradford in New York, unfortunately, is that there ... | |
| Yamaha Upright or Baby Grand at Costco | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: Reading your helpful advice to others, I can guess your answer to mine: hire a registered ... A: Ok!!!! However, I think I'm about to disagree with the upright vs. baby grand issue. I'll take an ... | |
| 1931 Schiller grand | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a Schiller grand piano that I wish to sell. It has been tuned and appraised by a local RPT. ... A: So far, all your info is correct. And no, I'm afraid none of the info you give enhances the value. ... | |
| walworth piano | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I bought a Walworth upright piano by m. schulz co. it also says chicago underneath that, I have not ... A: I think I missed the background thing...let me fix that: Walworth made by M. Schultz (Otto Schultz) ... | |
| Brand opinion | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to buy a used (less than 10 years old) console/studio upright piano for my children ... A: Either of those is "ok". For my money, I would look into the Kawai line!!! Very stable company and ... | |
| Improvement to Accoustic Piano | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have an acoustic piano and would like to have it converted into a player piano. What's an average ... A: The Piano Disc system, in my opinion, is the best with the most comprehensive assortment of music, ... | |
| yamaha U | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I saw there are some refurbished Yamaha U3 for bidding on ebay. Those pianos do have two year ... A: Yes...there certainly is. Japanese pianos have come a long way in the last 2 decades. You can't go ... | |
| piano age | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: We are looking at a Baldwin R1 with the serial # 38620. The dealer says it is actually a ZR1--i ... A: I went by your serial number and double checked! I would do this... Go to http://www.ptg.org ... | |
| serial number | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I need to know where to find the location of the serial # of my acrosonic piano,by Baldwin so I know ... A: The serial number says it was made in: 1943. And, you can't align hammers without the strings to ... | |
| serial number | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I need to know where to find the location of the serial # of my acrosonic piano,by Baldwin so I know ... A: Whoa!!!! Remove hammer mechanism to have it redone...please explain!!!! And yes, I mean on the ... | |
| piano age | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: We are looking at a Baldwin R1 with the serial # 38620. The dealer says it is actually a ZR1--i ... A: This piano was made in 1921. They should be giving it away!!!!! I'm worried about structural ... | |
| baby grand | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: D you think that a Baby grand built by William Knabe & Co. with a few cracks in the soundboard but ... A: This piano was made by the American piano company and not the original Knabe in Baltimore, MD. ... | |
| Kimball Grand Model 582H | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I'm seriously considering the purchase of the piano above. It has been certified as structurally ... A: OK... The G1 is better than the GH1. The date of manufacture is: 1971 The year requires a look ... | |
| used early 1900 Netzow piano | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: We recently had a coworker offer a piano to us which was very basically free. It is a Netzow serial ... A: The piano was made in 1911. The value is all gone. No, it is not worth restoring, but it might be ... | |
| Yamaha c3 | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: Well, after looking for almost a year I found a beautiful Yamaha C3 (1989)...bought from a private ... A: OK Steve...I know I'm a stickler...but here goes: A MEMBER of the piano technicians guild is not ... | |
| Kimball Grand Model 582H | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I'm seriously considering the purchase of the piano above. It has been certified as structurally ... A: And yes, it tell me it was made in 1987, but the manufacturer comes up under Kimball as ... | |
| Yamaha c3 | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: Well, after looking for almost a year I found a beautiful Yamaha C3 (1989)...bought from a private ... A: OK...first of all, and I apologize for this, but I don't trust any technician who isn't certified by ... | |
| Kimball Grand Model 582H | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I'm seriously considering the purchase of the piano above. It has been certified as structurally ... A: First of all, the proper price for the piano in great shape is around 5,200,00 I don't care what ... | |
| PIANO EVALUATION | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: My daughter is almost 7 and she shows big interest to play piano. What is your opinion on Janseen ... A: The piano was made around 1965. Piano service varies with geography. I would have this piano ... | |
| 1970's Kimball Upright Grand Piano | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I'm interested in buying a piano to begin practicing on and would like something with a decent ... A: The price doesn't sound...out of the question, and an inspection would not be a bad idea. Two ... | |
| piano history and description | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a Cable piano. I would like to give it away to a church that can otherwise not afford one. ... A: First of all, the piano was built in 1965. If you are giving it away, I think you have no worries, ... | |
| How to find a repair person | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a W.W. Kimball Company organ #647796 that needs repair. I have searched the internet without ... A: The organ area is not an area of expertise for me as my profile suggests. However, There are ... | |
| Used pianos | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I am currently in the market to buy a used (maybe new) piano. My question may encompass a few sides ... A: So, It's not a question of one being better than the other, it's a question of Yamaha supporting its ... | |
| pedal powered spinett ? | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: i just thought i'ld let you know i never did get any more info from contacting 2 of them , but was ... A: .. Wow...good question! Now then...a few questions of my own: 1. if you open the lid...what do ... | |
| Yamaha Upright or Baby Grand at Costco | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: Reading your helpful advice to others, I can guess your answer to mine: hire a registered ... A: First of all, I'm a bit skeptical regarding the "technician" who couldn't do something with sticking ... | |
| cable and sons baby grand | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have had a Cable and Sons baby grand for a number of years and would like to know more about it. ... A: First of all...let's get to that moving thing...I don't recommend it! Grands are different and ... | |
| selling a piano | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: We wish to sell our 17 year old DH Baldwin baby grand with black ebony finish. What steps should we ... A: At your service: That serial number under the company D.H. Baldwin points to a manufacturing date ... | |
| selling a piano | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: We wish to sell our 17 year old DH Baldwin baby grand with black ebony finish. What steps should we ... A: The first place to start is with the serial number. The last serial number for D H Baldwin are in ... | |
| Selling a Wheelock Pianola Piano | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I would like to sell my wheelock Pianola Piano , US Pat Off, New York, and all the rolls. Some of ... A: If I were you, I would go to the AMICA web site: Automatic Musical Instrument Collectors ... | |
| baby grand | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: a family friend who is moving offered me a george steck baby grand. 1939 - just tuned - ivory keys. ... A: The Steck has virtually no value at this point. Without a hands on evaluation, I'm guessing there ... | |
| information about piano | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: I would like any information you could give me on the old piano made by G. Lambert, we have been ... A: I found two listings for Lambert: F.B.Lambert: 1881 attached to Lambert pianos in London Lambert ... | |
| Hardman Upright | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: The serial number of my piano is 5902. The piano is in excellent condition considering it's age. I ... A: Let's start here: Go to http://www.ptg.org You will find a section: Locate a Technician. If memory ... | |
| Buying a used piano | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I grew up playing piano, but like a lot of people never stuck with it though I like to dabble. My 6 ... A: Before I ventured in the Story and Clark, I would look for a used Kawai at that same age. Much ... | |
| Yamaha Baby Grand | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: We have a black finish, Yamaha Nippon Gakki S.K.K. No. G2 - Serial #72103 that has outgrown our ... A: The piano was made in 1956. That was not a good era for Asian pianos of any manufacture and in ... | |
| Story and Clark Upright Piano | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: Greetings Mr. Onesti! I have a Story and Clark upright piano that I am not very familiar with at ... A: This piano is a "cut down" from its original upright version. did you look inside the piano, this ... | |
| Van Winkle Piano | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: My great-great grandfather, David J. Van Winkle was making pianos in New York City before the civil ... A: Wow...what a piece of history. I have personally not seek a Van Winkle square. The only listing ... | |
| Upright Player Piano Francis Bacon | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: We have had this piano for about 15 years, needs some work, plays very well, as far as a Patent # ... A: Patent numbers are great, but I need a serial number. This would be an ink stamping on the steel ... | |
| Wellington | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I am attempting to find out the age of a Wellington Piano that has been in my wifes family for some ... A: The piano was made in 1910 by Cable which was owned by Aeolian in Memphis and New York. The piano ... | |
| Adam Schaaf piano | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: This is the 3rd time I have tried to submit a question and when I tried to attach an image of the ... A: Sorry about the problem... I assume this is an upright piano. The piano was made in Chicago in ... | |
| Value of August Forster piano | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a August Forster I want to sell. The serial number seems to be 83886 which indicates it was ... A: The piano was made around 1945. The 110 is the scale design/model of the paino. The value, if in ... | |
| Basic info about a Jacob Brothers piano... | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I'm considering purchasing a Jacobs Brothers upright piano (serial number: 58069) but would like ... A: First of all...no real ethical technician would restore a Jacob Brothers piano. The piano was made ... | |
| Used pianos | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: I am currently in the market to buy a used (maybe new) piano. My question may encompass a few sides ... A: I know these people for years and years... HEISCHOBER, MARILYN And you can use either one to ... | |
| when was my piano built? | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a Raymond Cabinet Grand piano. Raymond Piano Company, Cleveland, Ohio serial number 1090. ... A: First of all Joe...anytime. That's what I'm here for! Second...that sure does look like either a ... | |
| My piano. | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I am thrilled to fins a website where I can actually ask this question. My Grandmother gave me a ... A: .. If in the future you can come up with a name...get back to me and we'll take it from there. ... | |
| My piano. | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I am thrilled to fins a website where I can actually ask this question. My Grandmother gave me a ... A: .. OK...serial number is great...but we need a name. And...I'll go with German also, especially ... | |
| W H Paling Belling American import | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I've recently inherited an iron frame Belling (3 pedals) which I'm told is an American import circa ... A: Palings were made by Beale in New South Wales, Australia. Some were made in Sydney. The last serial ... | |
| Gutting an antique upright | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a very lovely, very OLD Ludwig & Co upright (1890-1920). From what I understand, ... A: Well...when you take on a project...you take on a project. First of all, this piano is NOT worth ... | |
| Waltham square grand piano | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I recently inherited my grandmothers Waltham square grand piano. I believe I found the serial ... A: The piano was made around 1894. Square grands are funny animals. They are worth little as a musical ... | |
| when was my piano built? | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a Raymond Cabinet Grand piano. Raymond Piano Company, Cleveland, Ohio serial number 1090. ... A: Usually the number is stamped on the steel plate, or under the keybed, or along side one of the ... | |
| Used pianos | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I am currently in the market to buy a used (maybe new) piano. My question may encompass a few sides ... A: Let's talk upgrade. There is NO way a retailer will give you what you paid for a piano in trade ... | |
| Yamaha Baby Grand | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: We recently took possession of a Baby Grand as part of a family estate. It is a Yamaha Baby Grand ... A: The piano was made in 1990. The B is the version letter. GH1's were the...home versions of the ... | |
| Foster & Co. Grand Piano | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to determine the vale to sell a 1920's(?) Foster %26 Co. grand piano, Serial No. 61792 ... A: If the piano has had no major work, and it is in original condition, the serviceability is called ... | |
| Washburn Piano | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright piano with Washburn Piano Chicago USA on the underside of the keyboard cover. It ... A: Washburn was a name used by Lyon and Healy in Chicago. All of there serial numbers were 5 digits, ... | |
| piano | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: A friend of mine recently moved into a small apartment and gave me his piano. The name on it is ... A: Unfortunately, when a company chooses to store no records, and there were not many made, the history ... | |
| R K Maynard Piano | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: We have a RK Maynard upright grand piano serial #95455. We were wondering the age of it and how much ... A: The piano was made in Chicago by the Werner piano company in 1915. How much is sold for new is ... | |
| when was my piano built? | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a Raymond Cabinet Grand piano. Raymond Piano Company, Cleveland, Ohio serial number 1090. ... A: The Raymond serial numbers start with 20000 in 1900, so I think we need to look further for the ... | |
| Conover Cable - 2003 | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I am considering buying this CC upright. The current owner says he purchased it new in 2003 and I ... A: I think I was right. This is a piano that is outside the North American Market. And, I'm going to ... | |
| Purchasing Schafer and Sons baby grand piano | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know the actual value of a Schafer and Sons baby grand piano SS-51 (8612159). The ... A: The SS51 was discontinued in 1991. It listed then for 7,750.00 in High Gloss Ebony. Their 9' ... | |
| Conover Cable - 2003 | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I am considering buying this CC upright. The current owner says he purchased it new in 2003 and I ... A: I still wish I knew what the "Piano Blue Book" was!! That model does not show up in the current ... | |
| Upright WHPailing belling piano | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a serial number of 26454,on this iron framed piano. Can you estimate the insurance value for ... A: Paling pianos come under the Beale manufacturing company. This piano was made in 1911. If you have ... | |
| Conover Cable - 2003 | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I am considering buying this CC upright. The current owner says he purchased it new in 2003 and I ... A: The 43" TODAY lists for 3,790.00 If I run the numbers backwards considering depreciation, I get for ... | |
| piano appraisal | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: i have an upright piano, on the inside it says Francis Bacon Est 1789 New York sn 248994 and on the ... A: The piano was built between 1934 and 1940. This is as close as the factory's records will let us ... | |
| Milton Upright Player Piano | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a Milton Upright Player Piano, SN #107737. I do not have a date of manufacture. The player ... A: The piano was built in 1916. With the player in need of, what I'll guess is, total restoration, the ... | |
| sell an antique pump organ | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have an antique pump organ over a 100 years old. I would like to sell it. It is in pretty good ... A: Unfortunately as my profile suggests, I am comfortable in the field of acoustic pianos only. I ... | |
| Re: Bush Gerts Piano | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have an upright Bush Gerts (Chicago) 37133 acoustic piano it has beautiful tone and I was ... A: The piano was built in 1906. Unfortunately, piano of this era, as beautiful as they may seem, carry ... | |
| Hobart Piano | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: A Friend of mine has a piano that was left to his under age daughter who does not want to play. The ... A: The piano was built in 1902. To put 2000.00 in a piano that has little worth is questionable. And ... | |
| Howard Baby Grand Piano | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Howard baby grand piano and the S/N is 222584. From researching this site, it would appear ... A: A small grand from that era, depending on its ability to be serviced might bring in the low ... | |
| Monroe Piano | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: We are looking for ANY information about our upright piano which has been in the family for many ... A: Well... I think you're misreading what I said, and I was trying to protect you. Sometimes clients ... | |
| Monroe Piano | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: We are looking for ANY information about our upright piano which has been in the family for many ... A: There is a listing for Monroe in NY starting in 1832, but no records were kept with regard to serial ... | |
| gray market pianos | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I should know - but what is the difference in the "gray Market" Yamahas made for Japan and others> ... A: First, take all that stuff they say about the wood and forget it. It is not supported by science. I ... | |
| W. Bell & Co. upright piano | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have been scrolling thru questions from others regarding their Bell (Guelph, Ontario, Canada) ... A: You can try to do any of the things you suggest...the firewood thing being the last resort. They ... | |
| Christman Sons NY Studio Grand | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a black Christman Sons NY Studio Grand piano. It came with the house. I try and get it tuned ... A: It would help if you did the following: 1. Get me pictures 2. Get me a serial number 3. Tell me ... | |
| sounding board | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I hope that you had a very good Christmas and New Year. I am hoping that you have time to look at my ... A: Well... Here is my take on sound boards. 1. Cracks are and issue ONLY if they make noise. Wood ... | |
| yamaha piano | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Nippon Gakki s.k.k. Yamaha 5'8" Was wondering if you can tell me anymore about it,i.e. value, age, ... A: The piano was made in 1952. And as Asian pianos go...that is in the infancy of there piano making ... | |
| m schulze player piano value | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a M Schulze upright player piano and would like to know the age and if its worth restoring. ... A: This piano was made around 1908/9. Before you consider restoring it, you should know that there ... | |
| restoration | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: We have a Whitney (by Kimball) walnut spinet built in approximately 1960. While the cabinet is in ... A: .. Not sure what you mean by "restore". Chances are, a few hours by a local registered technician ... | |
| Winter's Company Piano 1899 | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: my names Ryan. I have a piano sitting up in my attic that I inherited from my grandmother. I don't ... A: The piano was made in 1946. At best, this is probably a spinet, made by Aeolian in East Rochester ... | |
| howard piano | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a Howard grand/baby grand piano. I would like to know its worth. It is 4'6" wide and 5' ... A: The piano was made in 1965. It's worth lies in its ability to be serviced. If this piano is in ... | |
| is a Dominion Honky Tonl piano worth saving? | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have an opportunity to save this family piano but am wondering if it is worth while. It has all ... A: This Canadian born piano was made in 1906. And, again, if "saving" this piano means regular service ... | |
| Lyon and Healy | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know the age of a baby grand piano I recently acquired. The serial number is BB ... A: Whooooooooooooooops... I missed that!!!! Sorry. Lyon and Healy did lots of players. Grand pianos ... | |
| is a Dominion Honky Tonl piano worth saving? | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I have an opportunity to save this family piano but am wondering if it is worth while. It has all ... A: I can tell the year if you give me the serial number...inside! And, these old uprights have no real ... | |
| Sohmer Upright - built in 1925 | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a piano for my children to take lessons. I found a Sohmer upright built in ... A: The asking price is about twice what it should be if it were in PERFECT condition. And, I would not ... | |
| piano value | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: We just bought a 1938 Settergren baby grand piano. It's serial number is 20972. It is in good ... A: A baby grand from a company still in production would tend to keep the value up of one made in 1938, ... | |
| Piano Value | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in buying a piano that a friend's parents have for sale. It is a Kimball Spinet, ... A: If it is in indeed "pristine" condition, 800.00 would be the top price. If you need the status ... | |
| Buchmann piano | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I have been given a piano marked as a Buchmann, Oregon ILL, SN 60160. I would like to know whether ... A: When there are no records of pianos made in America, chances are the name on the piano is not the ... | |
| Value of a 7 year old kawaii piano | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a 7 year old Kawaii piano from a private party. He is asking $2000, or ... A: There are no references in our documentation to that model number either present or discontinued. ... | |
| Kawai BL-31 | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I have piano Kawai BL-31 K1024935 which is made around 1979. I bought it about 13 or 14 years ago. ... A: The sticker is a gimmick! It means nothing!!!! Generally, Kawai's are good pianos. If you have a ... | |
| Selling a piano | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: We have a Ludwig&Co piano (#70282), it is in a good shape, only the key from the very high C is ... A: The piano was made in 1909. And I don't know from your description what the configurations is; ... | |
| Howard Cabinet Grand | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: Were would I find S/n appears this Piano was manufactured in 2-14-65 Looking to pass it on to ... A: I know it says "cabinet grand"...a term used by many stuck on various configurations. If it is ... | |
| Bradford Piano Question | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a Small Grand (4'9") with decals indicating "Bradford Milwaukee",and the Serial #36623. I ... A: I have listings for New York, Chicago, and Boston for Bradford companies. Is this name a decal on ... | |
| Hobart M cable piano | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could give me any information on a Hobart M Cable piano I believe the Serial ... A: Cable pianos were established in LaPorte Indiana in 1900. Now they are being made by a company in ... | |
| bell orchestral piano | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1906 Bell upright piano, with four pedals. My piano tuner Paul Koktan (KIngston Ontario) ... A: The leather strips had small metal discs that came between the hammers and the strings, giving it ... | |
| How much is my Piano worth? | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Whitney Kimball Piano with SN- 524363 and Model #- 3715. It is made out of Walnut and has ... A: Technically, it is walnut veneer over a core wood, probably poplar. This lookes like a spinet (drop ... | |
| Chickering and Sons Piano | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Is there a way to find out if a Chickering and Sons piano, model 116, serial # 91806, was ever owned ... A: Except for personal records, there is not paper trail on the ownership of Chickering pianos. This ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Chickering Mahogany Baby Grand heavily burned in house fire. We can only find the number "135" ... A: You are most welcome! The serial number is most likely gone. The scale designation is not a versus ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: Chickering Mahogany Baby Grand heavily burned in house fire. We can only find the number "135" ... A: The number 135 is the scale designation. This piano was most probably made by Aeolian in East ... | |
| Kawai value | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: My daughter, age 9, has been taking lessons for 3+ years and I want to buy her a piano. I'm ready ... A: I think the asking price is WAAAAAAAAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY to high. I'm concerned about the ... | |
| bell organ | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: i have a guelph bell organ with mock pipes and a mirror on the upper half . it is a deep mahogany ... A: I'm afraid, as my profile suggests, I can handle questions regarding acoustic pianos only. However, ... | |
| Value of Lyon Healy Baby Grand Piano | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: What would be the range value of an Lyon Healy Baby Grand which has never been played but only used ... A: Lyon %26 Healy numbers go from 10500 in 1880 to 39000 in 1930. They re-entered the market in 1989 ... | |
| Broken Sound Board | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: We were given an old piano which I, in turn, had tuned. When the tuner came he charged me extra to ... A: Why did he charge you extra...just curious? And, was he a REGISTERED technician???? You can check ... | |
| Kawai value | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: My daughter, age 9, has been taking lessons for 3+ years and I want to buy her a piano. I'm ready ... A: Aha!!!! Ok...Stop cold and go straight to http://www.kawaius.com. Go to Technical support and pose ... | |
| Kawai K6 | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: My daughter, age 9, has been taking lessons for 3+ years and I want to buy her a piano. I'm ready ... A: I'm happy about your head. I believe the action to which you refer is nothing more than some ABS ... | |
| Kawai value | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: My daughter, age 9, has been taking lessons for 3+ years and I want to buy her a piano. I'm ready ... A: .. Sorry about the process and your head! The GM10 is Kawai's answer to the lower end of the Asian ... | |
| Age of Pohlmann Piano's | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: I recently was given a Pohlmann Piano from my parents who brought it second hand. I've tried to do ... A: The Poehlmann and Sons is from Halifax, England and has no serial number record. The Pohlmann, ... | |
| piano worth | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: It's not a full upright. On left side above the keys it says Bell Organ & Piano Co. Limited. On ... A: Bell was established in 1864 in Guelph, Ontario. B 1895, the company was known as W. Bell and ... | |
| Jarrett & Goudge upright piano | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I have purchased this piano recently, and I am wondering if you can tell me a bit about its history, ... A: .. Jarrett and Goudge: London, England, 1871, 6 New Bond Street Your serial number reflects a ... | |
| Jarrett & Goudge upright piano | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I have purchased this piano recently, and I am wondering if you can tell me a bit about its history, ... A: You are correct...there is NOTHING on Jarret and Goudge. I'm thinking this was a piano made for a ... | |
| what is my piano worth | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: Me again. I found another number which makes more sense: 130265. Can this serial number help you ... A: .. Yes...that has that fifties/sixties look... Let's see...............1965 is the date of ... | |
| 1987 Sohmer 34FP VS 2001 Baldwin FP | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: Help please I am trying to make a decision asap before I loose the wrong Piano. What is a better ... A: As long as the piano technician was a registered one with the piano technicians guild, I would go ... | |
| piano value | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a Yamaha P202 piano, serial # U143042, apoximatly 30 years old, 2 small dings in the wood, ... A: The piano was made in 1960. Depending on its interior condition, I would start the selling price at ... | |
| re: age and parts | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Baldwin Acrosonic console piano model 707592 - I was wondering how old it is. ... A: The piano was made in 1961. I assume you mean the fallboard. Can you, if at all possible, send me ... | |
| what is my piano worth? | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I just inherited an upright pecan hardwood piano (Appartment size): Cecilian (Mason & Risch) ... A: Mmmmmmmmmmmm...that doesn't sound like the normal place for a serial number, but it is the normal ... | |
| Kimball Baby Grand | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a Kimball Baby Grand ,model #5883 and ser.#B34100. It measures 5'8" and has a pecan finish I ... A: The piano was made in 1979. worth is tricky. Integrity of the pin block is key. But...considering ... | |
| Hallet, Davis, & Co. Used Mini Grand Piano | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Onesti. Someone in my neighborhood is selling a used Hallet, Davis, & Co. mini grand piano. ... A: I'm thinking 5K might be a bit high. I'm thinking 3,500.00 However, even if we thought 5K was a ... | |
| AntiqueUpright Piano | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I have an upright piano made by W. Bell & Co. from Guelph, Ontario. The case is a beautiful ... A: Bell numbers went from 4900 in 1894 to 33900 in 1924. The 'perceived' value of this piano is in the ... | |
| Clayton MFD for Grinnell Bros | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a baby grand piano that was given to me that is an Clayton MFD for Grinnell Bros. I found a ... A: Clayton by Grinnell Co,Windsor Ontario, was imported from Detroit. They were made between 1910 to ... | |
| Spinet piano value | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: We have a Jose & Sons spinet piano in good condition with the matching wood bench. How much do you ... A: I have no listing for a Jose %26 Sons piano manufacture, which leads me to believe it was made by ... | |
| regarding an old piano | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have found a 1920 Mason & Risch baby grand for sale for 850.00 the pics of it look nice. It has ... A: You don't get to ask them anything as they wouldn't know the correct answer. I would want to know ... | |
| the tones reverberates | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: My piano is a German one, an August Förster one, from the late 40s. The tones have started to ... A: If the hammers are "bobbling" against the strings, this is a question of regulation. And since the ... | |
| piano | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a model #18536 franklin paino, and I was Wondering how old it is and what it's worth? It's in ... A: The serial number you give suggests a manufacturing date of 1901. If it had no work done I would ... | |
| Piano for Daughter | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: Our 15 year old daughter has been learning to play piano for about 7 or 8 years. We bought an ... A: What part of the world are you in??? I'm thinking something around 5.5 to 6.5 feet will be fine: ... | |
| HORUGEL 5'6" BABY GRAND PIANO | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I AM THINKING ABOUT BUYING A HORUGEL BLACK BABY GRAND PIANO - LIKE NEW - IN GOOD CONDITION - THE ... A: Regarding the smoking issue...there are "wiped" commercially available that can get rid of the ... | |
| Valueless Howard Piano | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: Greetings Ralph! I've been reading the entries on Howard Baby Grand Pianos, and I fully understand ... A: Well...converting an old piano to a "player" is usually wrong. The new player systems, and the best ... | |
| How old is this piano? | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been looking for a piano and find myself hesitant to spend without getting all the info I ... A: The piano appears to have been manufactured in 1967. The asking price sounds like there is room for ... | |
| Hinze piano | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a upright Hinze piano serial #56224. Some info I have seen online shows this piano was made ... A: And you are very welcome. It's the piano's age that reduces the value. Also, that style upright is ... | |
| Wurlitzer Baby Grand. | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: My great auntie is moving and she's offered to sell me her baby grand. I don't know much about it. ... A: Well...it's a wurlitzer. Work on a wurlitzer baby is never worth it, and you don't know if it's ... | |
| Pin Block Repair | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1920's Marshall & Wendell baby grand. The action has been rebuilt, new hammers, ... A: Well...here's the deal...regardless of what technicians say...and guaranteeing that the glue will ... | |
| 1936 Baldwin Acrosonic | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1936 Baldwin Acrosonic that was purchased for my dad when he was young. He was the first ... A: Well...if you consider the age, and today's piano market where you can get brand new pianos for less ... | |
| 1936 Baldwin Acrosonic | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1936 Baldwin Acrosonic that was purchased for my dad when he was young. He was the first ... A: Poplar was, and remains a reliable, easy to machine, stable core wood. It was and is a great base on ... | |
| 1936 Baldwin Acrosonic | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1936 Baldwin Acrosonic that was purchased for my dad when he was young. He was the first ... A: It's doubtful that it's rosewood veneer on an acrosonic. Usually, walnut or mahogany, or maybe even ... | |
| yamaha piano | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I am just at the beginning stages of trying to find a new (newer) piano than my current 1940's ... A: The price is probably right for the Wurlitzer. However, I wouldn't trust a "good price" without ... | |
| Webster Piano | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I hope that you will be able to help me identify the age and value of my piano. On the inside ... A: A piano made in 1902, in the best possible condition would not be worth more than 500.00. If you ... | |
| Baldwin Grand Prix | 11/10/2009 |
| Q: I am inheriting a Baldwin Baby Grand with the Grand Prix stamp inside. The serial number is 28264. ... A: The piano was made in 1917. The Grand Prix stamp is not the model. Baldwin piano model numbers were ... | |
| Webster Piano | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I hope that you will be able to help me identify the age and value of my piano. On the inside ... A: The Webster Piano Company may have had it's offices in New York, but the factory was in ... | |
| Jesse French Piano | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Jesse French %26 Sons piano that was given to me by my grandparents who have now since ... A: These pianos were categorized as "Tom Thumb", or "Apartment" pianos. There is no value attached to ... | |
| Hobart M. Cable Piano | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: Sir: I read your answer from 10/27 about Hobart M. Cable Piano. I too have this brand of upright ... A: This piano was made by Story and Clark in 1966. If I were you, I would do the following: 1. Go to ... | |
| Age and reconditioning of piano | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: We recently purchased an upright working Richmond piano (Richmond, Indiana). Serial #64196. My ... A: The piano was made in 1906. The worth is nominal. By that I mean, if it is in perfect condition, ... | |
| Kimball S435, serial B61369 | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me when this piano was made and what would be the fair market value of it? Also, how ... A: The piano was made in 1980. Fair market value depends and the integrity of the piano's structure. ... | |
| Foster & Co Piano Serial | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I was trying to find out how old a Foster & Co piano i bought is. I cannot find a serial number that ... A: After a bunch of research, I found but one number for Foster. That usually means there was no real ... | |
| piano value | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: my father-in-law has a R.S. Howard piano, serial #38239 in average condition that he's either ... A: The piano was made in 1916. There is no real value to a Howard of that age. So...the "giving" thing ... | |
| 5 | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: What is the value of a 1920-1930's Baldwin Howard that has been rebuilt inside w/ original ivory ... A: Well... If they did a complete restoration, and you had it looked at by a registered piano ... | |
| 5"2 Baldwin Howard | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: What is the value of a 1920-1930's Baldwin Howard that has been rebuilt inside w/ original ivory ... A: Before we even attempt going for a value here...you have to tell me what "rebuilt" means. I'll need ... | |
| Identifying a Piano | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: My mother is looking to sell our piano. We purchased it brand new when I began lessons probably in ... A: No...we don't want Mom taken advantage of. I'll be the cost of the move is more than the worth of ... | |
| year and price | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I just had a piano tuner to check out this particular WW Kimball, counsole piano, serial number ... A: The piano was made in 1994. Why didn't the "piano technician" put a price on it for ... | |
| Donating a Piano | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I own a Kimball Upright Grand Piano. The wood is in good condition. 3 or 4 of the keys aren't and ... A: Every piano technician has a church or a school looking for a serviceable piano. go to ... | |
| Upright Piano Replacement Parts | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a Heintzman Upright (circa 1908-1909, Serial # 32475)and I am looking to replace the ... A: mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...London, Ontario.... If I were you, I would look up a local registered ... | |
| serial number | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I purchased an Estay baby grand piano at an estate auction a few months ago. Not sure how old it ... A: open the lid and look on the cast iron plate above the tuning pins. Open the bottom board...look ... | |
| Sherman Clay Baby Grand | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a Sherman Clay baby grand, manufactured in 1995, serial number G018404. It is 62 ... A: Expensive is relative. In any grand, a pin block replacement is major. If it were a high brand ... | |
| Sherman Clay Baby Grand | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a Sherman Clay baby grand, manufactured in 1995, serial number G018404. It is 62 ... A: Sherman Clay is one convoluted company. And I do believe this piano was manufactured under Kimball ... | |
| W H Paling piano | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I have an upright WH Paling Co Ltd piano. It has an iron frame with the name 'Belling'. Under the ... A: Sure... Numbers on uprights are: On the iron plate above the tuning pins On the back of the piano ... | |
| Piano age | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I have my great aunts Elgin Cabinet Grand, New York piano serial #177274 and I'm trying to find out ... A: The Elgin pianos were made in Elgin, IL. Unfortunately, Elgin kept no records and made too few ... | |
| Werner piano #218324 | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: My mother has a piano given to her by a relative. It is an upright made by Werner Piano Company ... A: This piano was made in 1926. The upright pianos of that era were rather standard in size, value, ... | |
| Baldwin model 5026chy | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a Baldwin model 5026chy serial #399518 that I bought from a friend about 10 years ago. Am ... A: Your Baldwin was discontinued in 1987. It is a cherry 45" console. At that time the list was ... | |
| Bell Piano Age | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: My mother-in-law has gifted me with a Bell piano. As you can see by the picture, it has been ... A: The piano was built in 1901. Let's be objective here. 1. It's a Bell...Canada was never known for ... | |
| Value of Krakauer Baby Grand Piano | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a baby grand piano made by Krakauer Bros, serial # I believe is 15066 (fairly worn down). I ... A: 1896 is the year of manufacture. The value is long gone by now and restoration for this piano is ... | |
| Morris Field Rogers Piano #9280 | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: We have a Piano name is Morris Field Rogers with number #9280 on it. How can I find out the age of ... A: The piano was made in 1902. As far as the restoration goes, first I need the configuration: ... | |
| Wheelock player piano | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: Ralph, I have an old upright Wheelock Pianola Player piano that my mother told me was purchased ... A: The piano was made in 1918. The factory was at West 24th street in NY. The uprights of that era ... | |
| piano appraisal | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I am in the process of purchasing a piano off of Craigs list. I recently went to view the piano, and ... A: Ever hear the old saying, "a picture is worth a thousand words"? Well, I'm afraid that isn't true ... | |
| age of piano and approximate value | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: A piano was given to my son with a sticker inside that sais Estey and a serial number of 138134. ... A: The piano was built in 1947. It's always worth at least one service call to determine the ... | |
| Howard Baby Grand Piano | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a Howard Baby Grand Piano serial #45006; Plate C-140A and would like to ... A: I'm sorry...is there some point on which I was not clear or you did not understand? Hi Cindy: ... | |
| Howard Baby Grand Piano | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a Howard Baby Grand Piano serial #45006; Plate C-140A and would like to ... A: The piano was built in 1960. With regard to quality, it was meant as a lessor piano to the Baldwin. ... | |
| krakauer baby grand | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: I am curious to know the age of my piano. It is a Krakauer Bros. baby grand. The serial number is ... A: .. The original finish was dark because the varnishes they used back then were photo-sensitive. ... | |
| Hobart M. Cable Upright Piano --- 1965 to 1967 | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hobart M. Cable upright that was given to me when I was a child. It was built between ... A: Hobart M. Cables were made until 1965, after which they were made by Story %26 Clark to Cables ... | |
| steinway model A piano value | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I purchased a Steinway Model A II grand Heirloom piano from the Steinway Gallery in ... A: 41,000.00 would be a fair price to ask. For selling, I would go to all the local music studios, ... | |
| Grinnel Bros Upright Piano | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I am considering picking up a Grinnell Bros upright piano for basically free. I know next to ... A: Back then, there were 100 piano manufacturers in New York alone. Uprights were generally of the ... | |
| Whitney Kimball - age and information | 10/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a Whitney Kimball spinet piano. Model #3085 and serial #S98174. I'd like any information ... A: Linda: I agree with you...no way it is that old. Here is my thinking...That "S" is not an S at ... | |
| Kimball Piano Donation | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a friend who would like to donate their Kimball piano to my school. Model 4437 - Serial ... A: Wow...mover/restorer! Listen to NO ONE unless they are registered with the piano technicians ... | |
| Wurlitzer piano value | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: trying to determine value of my Wurlitzer Console, model 2960, serial 1507474...stamp on back ... A: It's OK... You didn't make the mistake...they did. Don't you just hate it when manufacturers and ... | |
| Wurlitzer piano value | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: trying to determine value of my Wurlitzer Console, model 2960, serial 1507474...stamp on back ... A: The piano was made in 1978 and it's impossible for a console to have a concert grand scale...but ... | |
| Whitney Kimball - age and information | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a Whitney Kimball spinet piano. Model #3085 and serial #S98174. I'd like any information ... A: If you have that serial number correct, the piano was made by Kimball in 1919!!!! Are you sure the ... | |
| Howard Baby Grand Piano | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: We have Howard Baby Grand piano, marked Cincinnati-Chicago, serial # 225575, in fair ... A: The piano was made in 1978. The history of Howard of Cincinnati is convoluted at best. Worth is ... | |
| Grinnel Bros Upright Piano | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I am considering picking up a Grinnell Bros upright piano for basically free. I know next to ... A: The piano was built in 1916. Here's the deal...if you're going to bring this puppy home, you'll ... | |
| Story and Clark Piano (Spinet?) | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I am wondering whether or not Story and Clark manufactured pianos during the 1980's and if ... A: Story and Clark serial numbers start with 1900 in 1895 and go up to 609XXX in 1983. There is a small ... | |
| piano repairs | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me how much it would cost to replace a key and adjust several others. A: When you say "replace a key" do you mean the entire key stick, the key tops, a black sharp? ... | |
| Kawai KG-2D 5'!0 | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 12year old son who has been playing piano for 2 years, and he is an eager learner. I found ... A: .. Not a big fan of Falcone. Although that does not mean there isn't a good one. Again, taking a ... | |
| Story and Clark Piano (Spinet?) | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I am wondering whether or not Story and Clark manufactured pianos during the 1980's and if ... A: Kalen: Somewhere on this piano is a serial number...probably 5 or 6 digits. Look inside on the ... | |
| 20's Waltham upright | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a beautiful Waltham upright which i beleive was manufactured in the 20's. The condition is ... A: Here's the up and down side: 1. even thought the piano is in great shape, the value is rather low. ... | |
| Whitney Acoustic - general questions | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: We have a Whitney acoustic piano that has been with my wife's family for some time, but know very ... A: Based on what the piano technician said, it's fair to assume the pin block is having its age issues. ... | |
| Kawai KG-2D 5'!0 | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 12year old son who has been playing piano for 2 years, and he is an eager learner. I found ... A: Even if the piano were in great shape, we're fighting newer models that are superior in every way. ... | |
| weight of piano part | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: What is the weight of what appears to be a large brass piece that holds all the strings on the piano ... A: The plate, or harp is made of cast steel (iron) usually painted gold. These plates vary from piano ... | |
| piano weight | 10/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1924 Kimball 6'1" grand (serial #358389) that I will be putting into the same room with a ... A: While there is no record of piano weights, I can tell you that it is no where near the weight of the ... | |
| Story and Clark Piano (Spinet?) | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I am wondering whether or not Story and Clark manufactured pianos during the 1980's and if ... A: Story and Clark bought by Lowrey in 1970 made pianos in 1980, 81, 82, 83, and 1984. There were ... | |
| Kimball upright 41" 1980's | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I have just offered $350 on a Kimball upright 41" purchased new in the 1980's. I will then have it ... A: Here's what I would do: 1. ask the owner for the name of the piano tuner along with their phone ... | |
| 1984 Kimball Artistic Upright Console Piano | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to sell the above piano. The piano is in good shape. Everything works. Pedals and keys ... A: No...you are NOT asking too much. I would have asked for more...around 800.00 However, you have ... | |
| restored piano w/ strange feeling keys | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: My spouse's father had a Schomaker Baby Grand #98381 piano restored in 2004. The work order states ... A: If you think there is something amiss with the restoration, you will need to start with an ... | |
| Piano string for Milton Piano | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a relative in Brazil that has an old Milton piano. The piano needs an F string, string ... A: I think I answered this one but it must have gotten lost in space somewhere. What you need to do is ... | |
| buying a Baldwin Howard Spinet piano | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I want to buy a used piano for my son and found someone selling a Baldwin Howard Spinet piano for ... A: The piano was made in 1942. There are a couple of things that bother me: 1. it's a spinet...I'd ... | |
| Baldwin piano | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a Baldwin 442 upright piano recently. The dealer substituted the piano for a Baldwin ... A: Generally speaking, Chinese pianos are not very good. And the 442 was probably made off shore as ... | |
| Baldwin Piano Opportunity | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I would like to buy a piano for our house so that our sons (7 and 4) can start piano ... A: You are correct that the Baldwins can be decent pianos. This one goes back to 1947. If I were you, ... | |
| New Hobart Cable vs Older Yamaha? | 10/21/2009 |
| Q: I am a professional musician looking to purchase my first piano. I've played my whole life but it's ... A: A used Yamaha is more than likely always better than a brand new Cable which really isn't a cable ... | |
| John Broadwood 1924 9ft concert grand | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I have the above with serial no: 54463 and we have only changed the keyboard and repainted the body. ... A: It's really tough to know the condition of this piano. When you say change the keyboard I assume ... | |
| Piano information, no serial number | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: Ralph, i am Marko Panajotov from Macedonia and i would like to know something about my mother's ... A: .. Well...without a number we're a bit stuck. However, with the Vienna action, that puts the piano ... | |
| Schubert piano | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: I have an opportunity to purchase a 1903 Schubert Christoper Columbus Edition for $100.00. It does ... A: It is a fair deal only if it can be tuned and it doesn't need a ton of work. Many times people ... | |
| piano | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: my wife recently acquired a piano through inheritance and we know nothing about it. Wondering what ... A: The piano was made in 1910 in Ohio. Restoring this piano is not an option. If it needs minor ... | |
| price | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I was searching for the Petrof piano history and pricing and the only thing that came up was your ... A: The piano was made around 1992. From here, if it is indeed in good condition, I would say 1700.00 ... | |
| weber grand piano | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: this is a 1920 weber grand piano completley refurbished, can you tell me its value. A: We can't talk about value until we talk about what "completely refurbished" means... So I'll start ... | |
| 66-key piano | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I have read about these "apartment" pianos that have 66 keys and are approximagely 42" wide. Do you ... A: We used to call them "Tom Thumb" pianos. They were made by several companies and were the studio ... | |
| age of piano | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm interested in buying a piano and would like to know when it was made if possible. It is a Mason ... A: The piano was made in 1911. The worth in the low hundreds at the very best if it is in GREAT ... | |
| MOZART PIANO | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE A MOZART PIANO MADE IN TORONTO.THE SERIAL NUMBER IS 3386 AND IT WAS MADE BY THE NATIONAL ... A: The last Mozart pianos were made in 1920. With no documentation of serial numbers maintained by the ... | |
| Baldwin Aerosonic | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me anything about my Baldwin Aerosonic Piano #675750. I have tried ... A: We can get close I guess Can you give me the physical dimensions of the piano. Of course, you ... | |
| 1902 Hallet David Hand Painted piano | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I purchased this piano about 5 years ago. I have not been able to find out anything online or have ... A: Right off the bat, I would say the case was re-done and perhaps, as the double legs suggest, this ... | |
| Steigerman Petite Baby Grand | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: I stumbled across a liquidation sale at a local piano dealer who is in the process of relocating. I ... A: Steigerman = Chinese or Taiwan...wouldn't be my first choice. If I were you I would look at a Kawai ... | |
| 1890 Everett piano | 10/17/2009 |
| Q: We recently acquired an Everett Piano (1890 upright grand)that we plan on having restored. It did ... A: Everett started in Boston in 1883. Ownership went through several hands until it wound up in ... | |
| Which piano- Kawai console or Henry Miller studio | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: We are going to purchase a new piano, our kids play often and have been taking for years. We have ... A: Easy answer...Kawai These days the Miller is most likely owned by a Taiwan company. The Kawai ... | |
| w. bell & co piano | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: We just received a W. Bell %26 co piano. It also says "from mason and risch Toronto" on it as well. ... A: Yes...I know! Both companies were in Canada, and both companies were bought and sold too many times ... | |
| Age of piano | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: My aunt gave me a Kohler & Cambell piano. The piano belonged to her mother. It is a beautiful piano, ... A: The piano was made in 1903. The best way to tell it's status is to have a registered technician ... | |
| How do I find out what year my Baldwin piano was made ? | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I inherited a Baldwin piano and was wondering if you can tell me the year it was made and it's ... A: That's easy...you ask me! 1989 is the date of manufacture. With regard to worth, it all depends on ... | |
| pads are falling off | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a lovely Charles L. Walter piano purchased in the early 1980's in MI by my mother. It has ... A: The piano was made in 1977...at the beginning of the Walter manufacturing company. It's kind of like ... | |
| Value | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: We have an Ivers and Pond 5'8" grand piano, serial # 77558. Are you able to provide the year it was ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1930. The value leans heavily on the serviceability of the piano. ... | |
| pads are falling off | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a lovely Charles L. Walter piano purchased in the early 1980's in MI by my mother. It has ... A: ????pads??? Hammer felt? Dampers? Back checks? I'm kind of stuck here...what do the pads do? Try ... | |
| werner upright player | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired an antique player piano from a friend's family who was moving and had it in ... A: I'm happy you are happy with your piano!!! Now then...to worth: If this were an Upright without ... | |
| Weber WG150 | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: the serial number is TG0006077 or TG006077. Can you tell when and where the piano was made. And if ... A: OK...first of all this isn't the original Weber. This is more likely a Weber made my Young Chang ... | |
| Where to buy parts for a Kimball player piano | 10/14/2009 |
| Q: We have a Kimball spinet piano #3393 that has a Electramatic player #2966. The piano rolls will no ... A: First of all, that serial number doesn't sound right!!! It should have at least 5 digits if not ... | |
| Chickering & Sons Baby Grand | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a Chickering %26 Sons, which has; Boston, U.S.A., Established in 1823, Quarter ... A: The piano was built in 1905 after the company changed hands a few times. First of all, the ... | |
| Cable Nelson player piano c. 1914 | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I am donating my Cable Nelson player piano to the local Veterans Hospital and would like any helpful ... A: The piano was made in 1917. And as for the value...I need to know the "serviceability" of the ... | |
| IVERS & POND #26604 | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a piano that has perked my curiosity lately. It is ser# 26604 voiced specifically for the ... A: The piano was made in 1900. As beautiful and ornate this piece is, there is no value. So...if you ... | |
| WW Kimball piano question | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: Good Evening, I have a piano that was given to my by a friend. It reads: W.W. Kimball #85366 ... A: The piano was made in 1901. The pencil markings are dates the piano was serviced. Do not spend ... | |
| piano serial numbers | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: They are both uprights one is a chickering est 1832 with a matching bench that is in very good shape ... A: The "Chickering" was made in 1965 by the Aeolian American piano company. This piano is worth in the ... | |
| piano selling | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a Marshall & Wendell baby grand piano that has been in my family for years. It is dated 1927 ... A: I would list the piano for 1200.00 and see where that goes. We have no idea of what service life is ... | |
| piano question | 10/9/2009 |
| Q: I bought an old piano with the name Hugo Worch on it. I am not interested in the value of the piano ... A: All that is listed for Worch is that it was made in Washington DC. Whey that is all that the piano ... | |
| Valley Gem Piano | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Valley Gem Cabinet Grand Piano. I know Valley Gem is now owned by Baldwin. The serial # ... A: This piano most likely made in Ripley Ohio, before Baldwin used the name...probably around 1907. It ... | |
| Kimball Piano music rack | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Kimball Spinet piano, serial #594995, manufactured in late 1958, that is missing the music ... A: Your local registered piano technician can most probably help you with this. Music desks or racks ... | |
| Kimball upright piano | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: We were recently given a Kimball upright piano. We plan to use it for our two children to learn to ... A: The piano was made in 1926. The finish is mahogany. Yes, they are heave. This looks to be a normal ... | |
| Schaefer | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: Could you please tell me the year My Schafer and Sons piano was made? VS-52, #311642. I also would ... A: you piano was made in 1978. This is, or was a California based outfit. Weight...heave...good ... | |
| Petrof 105 V 2002 - sale price | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I own a Petrof 105 V upright piano that was bought in 2002 for around about £8,000. I am looking to ... A: The 105 V was discontinued in 2000. It shows as a 42", Ebony finish instrument made in the Czech ... | |
| franklin piano | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a Franklin upright piano. I was wondering if you could tell me the date it was made and value ... A: The number 205 is not a good serial number...keep looking...5 digits. Franklin was a name used by ... | |
| Baldwin Piano Console | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a used Baldwin Piano Console serial #1409524 and I want to make sure I didn't ... A: You most probably made a decent deal. Usually buying from a dealer comes with some sort of warranty ... | |
| Geo P Bent piano | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: We live in Sydney Australia and have just inherited an old family Geo P Bent, Chicago piano - played ... A: These piano were made in Chicago but later made by Winter owned by Aeolian. It looks like your ... | |
| Baldwin Piano Console | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a used Baldwin Piano Console serial #1409524 and I want to make sure I didn't ... A: The piano was made in 1987. With regard to "overpaying"...that's tough. I've seen these baldwins in ... | |
| Story & Clark | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I recently inherited a Story & Clark piano serial #46390. It has been in the family for many years ... A: Well...from here that is difficult. And, thinking in terms of the context in which you own the ... | |
| ellington piano | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I dont know anything about it except that the serial number is 27394. Please let me know if you know ... A: The piano was built in 1927. It could be worth a couple hundred dollars, or MINUS a couple hundred ... | |
| Story & Clark | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I recently inherited a Story & Clark piano serial #46390. It has been in the family for many years ... A: The piano was made in 1912. Now then...why are we interested in spending money on this piano? Are ... | |
| WW Kimball & Co upright piano | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I have an upright piano made by WW Kimball & Co with the serial #167374. The front has detailed ... A: The piano was made in 1906. As such, and knowing what 100 years can do to an old piano, I'm afraid ... | |
| general information on a grinnell bros. | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: Grinnell Bros, Detroit. Serial number is 49422..looking for a quality piano for 7 y.o. just ... A: The piano was made in 1953. Well...the owner says it's a good starting piano...but. I would start ... | |
| Schiller upright payer piano | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I inherited a Schiller upright player piano mo.# 68926 about ten years ago. is there any way of ... A: the piano was made in 1921. Worth is dependant on the condition of the player...unless it was ... | |
| Horugel grand piano 5'10" | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for information pertaining to the Horugel brand - what type of quailty is this piano in ... A: With no serial number there is not way of knowing the age. However, they stopped making them in ... | |
| Appraisal of my piano | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Henry F Miller peddle piano serial number 144387. How much is it worth, it works. Thank ... A: The piano was made in 1973...that's the good news. The weird news is it really isn't a Henry F. ... | |
| kimball piano | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I have just acquired a Kimball piano with serial # 471191. Could you tell me what year the piano ... A: as far as value goes...we're talking hundreds, certainly not thousands, and this all depends on the ... | |
| Cable piano | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm interested in purchasing a Cable piano, serial number 164698. Is this made in 1912? Can you ... A: A cable piano from the early 1900's has a steel plate. However, the piano, in general has outlived ... | |
| W H Paling / Victor Piano | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in finding out a little bit more about a W H Paling Piano with a serial number ... A: Well...all of your questions require an on site visit I'm afraid. For instance, whether it would ... | |
| kimball piano | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I have just acquired a Kimball piano with serial # 471191. Could you tell me what year the piano ... A: The piano was made in 1945. If the keys look solid white, then it's an original recipe plastic. If ... | |
| value and model # of Yamaha 42" upright | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at purchasing a 42" Yamaha piano, serial # 800529. It's current owner describes it as ... A: This piano was manufactured in 1968. This piano should be fine. It sounds like a P22 or P202. ... | |
| Ludwig & Co Piano | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: I have inherited my great grandmother's Ludwig & Co piano. The serial number is 12544. Could you ... A: So, a complete renovation it wasn't. Usually, these piano have zero value mostly due to the age. ... | |
| 1940 5'4 Mason & Hamlin | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: Three-ish questions: 1. Market price of a 1940 5'4 Mason&Hamlin Grand that needs some work (see ... A: .. First of all, plastic parts in the action has finally come into its own...and about time. The ... | |
| Winter-Musette Piano | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I am thinking of purchasing a Winter Musette Spinet piano for mu daughter. Would you be able to ... A: The piano was made in 1954 by Aeolian American. This piano has unremarkable qualities. You say you ... | |
| age of piano | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: we recently got a Heintzman Upright Piano serial# 14644 and would like to know more about it because ... A: Your piano was made in 1899. Mr. Heintzman came from Germany to Ontario. Hinges are furniture ... | |
| 1940 5'4 Mason & Hamlin | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: Three-ish questions: 1. Market price of a 1940 5'4 Mason&Hamlin Grand that needs some work (see ... A: .. Boston's are made by Kawai to Steinway's specifications...not really good. Remember, the guys ... | |
| Old Piano, Hinze | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a piano that says Hinze Chicago on the metal piece on the inside. As you can tell I know ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1895. What makes it an antique...if it is such...is the furniture. ... | |
| Kawai KG-2C #1070164 | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I bought a beautiful Kawai KG-2C natural walnut baby grand for my mother's 65th birthday. She ... A: Cheryl, if your technician is a registered one with the PTG, he/she will be your best bet for ... | |
| Baby Grand | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a Lindeman & Sons baby grand serial #141733. Can you give me any information about it? ... A: The piano was built in 1923 under the control of the American Piano company. In "Moderate" ... | |
| 1940 5'4 Mason & Hamlin | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: Three-ish questions: 1. Market price of a 1940 5'4 Mason&Hamlin Grand that needs some work (see ... A: 1. It's not really a Mason and Hamlin. M and H didn't make pianos under 5'8". However, Aeolian, the ... | |
| Piano age and value | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me about the age and maybe what the value of the piano might be. The piano is in good ... A: No problem. And I agree it is quite beautiful. With that, let me suggest that you list it on your ... | |
| Piano age and value | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: Can you tell me about the age and maybe what the value of the piano might be. The piano is in good ... A: Nope...not 1940's...1935, not that it matters much. Depending on it's serviceability...it could be ... | |
| Lyon & Healy upright piano | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I recently was given a 46" upright Lyon & Healy piano. I think the serial no. is 8059 (printed above ... A: Lyon and Healy numbers start with 5 digits...I'm not sure you have it there. However, they stopped ... | |
| Schafer & Sons | 9/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to determine the age and a fair sales price for a Schafer & Sons piano, #S34160. It is in ... A: The piano was built in 1979. The sale price depends on its serviceability, and it's configuration. ... | |
| D.H. Baldwin | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a D.H. Baldwin I am not sure the age the only numbers I have are C142 (gold embossed ... A: The piano was made in 1906. If it is serviceable, 100.00 is more like it. Go to http://www.ptg.org ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand Piano | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to determine the age of my Chickering baby grand piano. I have searched and searched ... A: The serial numbers of these pianos can be hiding almost anywhere. Is this piano in original shape, ... | |
| Sherman Clay baby grand - value? | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: Can you give me an estimate of what a Sherman Clay baby grand might be worth? It is 63inches, ... A: This piano was made by Kimball for Sherman Clay. And in that case...there are some aspects of the ... | |
| Sohmer vs. Mason & Hamlin | 9/27/2009 |
| Q: I'm considering purchasing an upright, which will be mainly used by my kids who are starting ... A: I might pay a 1000.00 or so for the Sohmer. The Mason and Hamlin...isn't. It was made by Aeolian in ... | |
| Lindeman and Sons, serial 139605 | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I was given a Lindeman and Sons upright piano serial # 139605. The sound board is intact, and needs ... A: The piano was made in 1922. You're husband is correct!!! And it's a bit dangerous to try to break ... | |
| Cable-Nelson | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I'm being offered a free Cable-Nelson in good physical and apparently decent playing condition. ... A: .. There nothing like getting a free piano home to find out it can't be serviced! If I were you, I ... | |
| Piano cleaning | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: I have an Emerson-Boston Baby Grand Piano that is badly in need of cleaning of dust under the ... A: .. If you lift the bolts on the gold colored plate, you will let loose of 20 tones of tension and ... | |
| New Hobart Cable vs a New Yamaha | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: New to pianos, I wanted to know if a Hobart Cable UH22 ($3K)is comparable to a Yamaha at same price. ... A: No way... The Yamaha is way better! When it's time for service go to: http://www.ptg.org for a ... | |
| Mason and Risch 1907 piano; iron vs wood harp | 9/23/2009 |
| Q: and thank-you in advance for consideration of my question. I have an opportunity to purchase a piano ... A: .. I have never, in 45 years, seen a piano as modern as 1907 with a wooden harp. Again...this does ... | |
| Stroud aeolian player | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I am in possession of a Stroud Aeolian baby grand piano which was expertly rebuilt in the 1970's. ... A: The player or reproducer you have really needs to be assessed first hand. "Expertly rebuilt" brings ... | |
| waltham 1929 upright piano | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: Do you have any information on an Serial No. 31547 Waltham 1929 upright piano? What the market value ... A: Your piano was built in Milwaukee in 1907. If the piano is serviceable, it might be worth anywhere ... | |
| 1884 Mathushek Piano | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: We have had a piano sitting in our house for years. My father purchased it about 30 years ago for ... A: Mathushek was made in New York and started in 1852. The last of them were made in 1958. Some of ... | |
| Mason and Risch 1907 piano; iron vs wood harp | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: and thank-you in advance for consideration of my question. I have an opportunity to purchase a piano ... A: None of this sounds right at all!!!!! Wooden harp...I don't think so. I'm guessing the iron plate ... | |
| Tuning | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I'm a newbie to tuning. Having more time than money and more successes than failures, I decided to ... A: Let's start here...you really shouldn't be charging for tuning until you are accomplished! It ... | |
| Washburn Piano - SN71886 | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: Good afternoon! We purchased our piano five years ago and I'm looking to sell now. It's a Washburn ... A: The Washburn name was used by Lyon and Healy, Cable Nelson and Aeolian. If your serial number is ... | |
| Kranich &Bach baby grand Serial No 60864 | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: Can you please tell me the age and value of my piano.I went on blue book and could not find the ... A: 1874 is the date of manufacture. Kranich & Bach was one of the more quirky designs...especially in ... | |
| jesse french & sons - age,value | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: I got a Jesse French & Sons upright piano on freecycle. The serial number is 26220. It sounds ... A: You can start with the vacuum cleaner. Use a damp...NOT wet cloth where ever it looks safe. At 100 ... | |
| Power surge damage to Piano Disk System | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: We recently had a major storm and our power was out for 5 days. Wen the power came back on, several ... A: The piano disk system, JUST like a computer can in deed be damaged without wires being melted. You ... | |
| yr views on these 2 pianos | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: need a piano for a 12 yr old - on level 5 alfred's piano lesson books found these two on the net in ... A: .. Either one will do the budding pianist. However, if I were you, I wouldn't trust myself on this ... | |
| fair price for a used 2002 Pramberger JP-48 in excellent condition | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I am considering buying a used Pramberger JP-48 piano from a friend. It has been kept in excellent ... A: .. No apology necessary...that's what I'm here for!!! Young Chang Prambergers are not my favorite. ... | |
| Wickham piano | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I am a professional pianist and teacher. My student just obtained a Wickham serial # 5533 from my ... A: The rumor is that Wickhams were made by Winter. Wickhams, although listed kept no serial numbers. ... | |
| Schiller petite grand | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: A neighbor who passed away recently gave my daughter a Schiller Petite Baby Grand Piano. She gave ... A: The piano was made in 1934. I'm really happy everything works, and yes, you should have it tuned at ... | |
| fair price for a used 2002 Pramberger JP-48 in excellent condition | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I am considering buying a used Pramberger JP-48 piano from a friend. It has been kept in excellent ... A: Well the first thing is that your daughter loves it. At that price...that should be enough. ... | |
| estimate value | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: What is the value of Brambach Grand Piano in 1929, serial #54681, good condition. Thanks A: The piano was made in NY in 1926. Value rests on a couple of things: 1. Manufacture, Brambach was ... | |
| Spencer Upright Piano | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: A friend of mine who is 94 has one of the above. He has the original warranty document from 1934 and ... A: If he has the normal homeowner's insurance which would cover the piano for 500.00 in the event of a ... | |
| fair price for a used 2002 Pramberger JP-48 in excellent condition | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I am considering buying a used Pramberger JP-48 piano from a friend. It has been kept in excellent ... A: if it's in great shape...maybe 3K. However, I would have it checked first by a registered piano ... | |
| Steinbach paino | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: Hey there. I have an old upright steinbach piano and i would like to know its age and what other ... A: There are several Steinback Companies: The were made by Mason and Reish, Canada Made in London ... | |
| purchase information about Samick SG172 | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a 5'7" Samick SG172 baby grand piano, and would appreciate your expertise on the ... A: It's tough to decide if you will be "happy" with this piano without you and I going over it in ... | |
| Kimball Artist Console | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: We need to move a Kimball Artist Console to replace the floor under it. Do the front legs come off ... A: Some console piano legs literally screw into a socket under the keybed. Some more fancy legs are ... | |
| What year was our piano made? | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: Our father has Lindeman & Sons piano upright. I think that the serial number is 124130. I looked ... A: The piano was made in 1911 in New York. Value and Completely redone...complicated. I would need a ... | |
| Bell Piano | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I have been given a Bell piano. The serial number is 36593 (BSXZ). Could you tell me the ... A: The piano was made at the end of Bell's existence in the mid 1920's. Most or all of the value of ... | |
| Steinbach paino | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: Hey there. I have an old upright steinbach piano and i would like to know its age and what other ... A: I'm not entirely sure you have the actual serial number. If you do...we're talking late 1800's to ... | |
| Value of Rudolf Upright Piano-from Marcus Berry Estate | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I would like to sell a piano that my sister inherited from a past VIP at Marcus Berry Productions. ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1927. You say it was recently tuned. The fact is that an on site ... | |
| Pleyel Piano 86911 | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: We bought it for £50, so approx $70 - we were advised by a friend to buy it at such a good price as ... A: Play...don't play...I always say..."PLAY" and for goodness sake...have fun. It probably cost you ... | |
| Melville Clark | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a Melville Clark baby grand piano from a friend. Desperate to get rid of ... A: The serial numbers on most grand pianos can be found in the following locations: 1. Stamped on the ... | |
| Pianola Weber Aeolian | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: Gidday Ralph, hope all is going well for you as it is for me! I was looking for an expert on ... A: 1923 is the date of manufacture for the piano. The "lead piping" is part of the playback mechanism. ... | |
| Piano Worth | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a Henry Herbert Upright PIano made by Mason & Risch. Serial # 81720. We want to sell it & are ... A: The piano was made in 1955. The worth lies in its ability to be serviced, and that can only be ... | |
| Upright Washburn Piano | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: I was given a piano from a family member in 1995, it is an upright Washburn. I know that it has ... A: The value relies on two factors: age and serviceability. The washburn name was passed around a ... | |
| Where is the serial number? | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me find out where the serial number is located on my Morris piano. I'd like ... A: If it is a vertical piano, open the lid, and get a flashlight. Look for a number stamped on the ... | |
| Piano age and worth | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a Whitney by Kimball piano that I inherited from my grandparents. The Serial number is ... A: My answer was arrived at through 45 years worth of market expertise and knowing your piano and ... | |
| cable hobart piano | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I was looking for a cheap piano for my student and found a ad in local news paper.. Hobart M cable ... A: The piano was made in 1954. And be careful...getting a "cheap" piano is great...if it is ... | |
| 1934 Howard Baby Grand | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: We just purchased a Howard Baby Grand for $600. I believe the serial number is 81287. The piano ... A: and...NO! The cost of restoring this piano would GREATLY outweigh the value when all was said and ... | |
| Piano | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I've just purchased a new home and with it came a Kreutzer New York Cabinet Grand upright piano left ... A: The piano was made circa 1910. The Kreutzer Company went into and out of business in short order. ... | |
| Richmond Baby Grand | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a used, walnut Richmond Baby Grand in 1999. It was tuned by a local Piano Technician ... A: Mr. Hickman is in Maryland. His number: 410 266-6811 If either of you moved out of range...go to ... | |
| haines bro. piano | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a Haines Bro. upright piano from an area thrift store. i haven't been able to find ... A: The piano was made in 1906. Winter, Aeolian, and Foster in Canada all had their chance to make ... | |
| spinet pianos | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I am having difficulty correctly identifying one of my pianos. It has 2 pedals, 52 ivory keys and ... A: The Mozart Piano company was in Canada, and there was a Mozart Piano Company in NY. I think what ... | |
| Morris Piano | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a Morris upright piano with Morris Field Roger Co Ltd on the inside and serial number 8965. ... A: The piano was made in 1901. Canada was not famous for quality pianos. If you put the money they ... | |
| The House of Balwin, Piano | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I am interested in any information that you may have about a piano that my husband and I ... A: The piano was manufactured by D.H. Baldwin in 1921. That model was discontinued in 1930. With ... | |
| Piano's background | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a piano off craiglist, and was wondering if you can tell me anything about the ... A: The only legacy Leeds left, including any records of manufacturing dates, models, etc was their ... | |
| Kurtzmann Piano 18924 | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a piano and wanted to know how to find out more about it? The number inside was ... A: The piano was made in 1901 in Buffalo NY. You can go to http://www.ptg.org for a registered ... | |
| Dominion upright piano | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an upright Dominion piano with a serial number 14659 on the inside. It carved rose wood ... A: Your piano was made in 1905 in Canada. The value lies totally in the furniture and the family ... | |
| John Broadwood Piano | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a John Broadwood 1880 Grand Piano, with serial number 1790. It´s restored, in perfect ... A: You confuse me, I'm afraid. If it's it perfectly restored, how can it have all of its original ... | |
| overtone in piano | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I've have a 1920 weber 6' grand, that has been refinished, new pin block, strings, hammers (renner ... A: First of all...let's start here: Is your technician REGISTERED with the piano technicians guild???? ... | |
| ludwig 102568 circa 1921 and cornish pre 1931 looks older | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I am being offered two painos and am not sure which to take for my 9 year old to play . both are ... A: They stopped making the Cornish in 1921 and it may be way older than that...I would let that one go! ... | |
| Kurtzmann Baby Grand Piano | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know the approximate age of this piano with a s/n of 98029, with the longest string ... A: The piano was made in Buffalo, NY in 1934. Worth is nominal at best. Taking into consideration its ... | |
| value 1934 upright | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1934 old Conover upright piano and would just like to get a idea of it's approximate value. ... A: Your Conover upright carries little value I'm afraid. Today's market and off shore manufacturer's ... | |
| BELL Piano | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: Would love your assistance in finding out the possible age on my piano. The Piano has the word ... A: The Bell piano about which I gave an answer was made in Ontario Canada. You piano was made by G.A. ... | |
| Knabe 1905 upright 54" mahogany refinished | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: This bright sounding, gorgeous piano was refinished in 1999. It needs to be tuned again, otherwise ... A: An upright at that age, regardless of condition, may bring in a few hundred, certainly not ... | |
| Winter Musette | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a Winter Musette upright, model #314246, mahogany with bench. How old is it and how much is ... A: The piano was made in East Rochester NY, in 1953 by the Aeolian Company. I'm guessing you have a ... | |
| piano question | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: i was given this piano from a friend and wanted to know a little bit about it. its an upright flat ... A: The piano was built in 1940. The worth is part and parcel of its ability to be serviced. At best, ... | |
| Schaeffer piano | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Schaeffer upright piano. Just trying to find out how old it is. I can't find a serial ... A: Generally, there is a number some where on the iron plate, or maybe in a "hole" in the iron plate ... | |
| Story and Clark piano | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I just bought an old Story and Clark Danish console piano. I am not worried about it's value, but I ... A: The piano was made in 1965. In that year...and years just previous and post, Story and Clark was in ... | |
| H.P.Nelson Upright Concert Grand Piano | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I have an H.P. Nelson Upright Concert Grand Piano., The only number I can find is on the inside top ... A: A bunch of digging shows your piano was most likely made in 1913 or so. Worth is all gone by now. ... | |
| Refinishing a 1926 Steinway | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I'm having my 1926 Steinway M rebuilt.should I refinish it as well? Should we do a touch up? Leave ... A: By the way: to check on the credentials of a technician/rebuilder, go to http://www.ptg.org. If ... | |
| John Spencer & Co serial number/year | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a similar question as a fellow had in December 2008, so I quoted his question below. Just my ... A: Spencer and Company was based in London. They have no real records of their manufacturing schedule. ... | |
| cable-nelson piano #127816 | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: i have owned this piano for about 25 years. it sat in the garage and unfortunately is ... A: .. Short answer: no. The wood is coming apart at the seems due to the harsh environment. Also, ... | |
| Lyon and Healy Piano | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a Lyon and Healy piano to purchase for my kids...seller has no idea how old it is ... A: Lyon and Healy came back in business with pianos from Europe and Asia. Problem is...you don't know ... | |
| Yamaha Piano | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I had a few questions that I hope you will be able to answer. My auntie has a Yamaha Grand Piano ... A: At only ten years old, my first impression is yes...it's worth it. But, that depends on the cost of ... | |
| Lyon and Healy Piano | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a Lyon and Healy piano to purchase for my kids...seller has no idea how old it is ... A: That number is way after anything Lyon and Healy has on record. I have a feeling it's an Asian ... | |
| W. M. Kimball / Jasper American Piano | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to buy a WM Kimball piano. Upon Inspection I found that under the lid a metal ... A: Was there no letter before the serial number???? I think the piano was made in 1984 and there ... | |
| Schiller Piano | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I have inherited an older upright Schiller Piano (serial number 29728). I am amazed at your ... A: Yes, that is where the piano was manufactured in 1907. The name is the piano tuner. Back then, they ... | |
| grinnell bros piano | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: greetings. i recently was gifted a piano from a friend. on the front it bears the text "clayton ... A: The piano was made in Detroit as you indicated in 1951. Only the configuration of the action ... | |
| Antique Baby Grand Piano | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1928 Mahlin & Sons Baby Grand piano. It needs a few hammers & tuned. I've had it tuned ... A: A 1928 Mahlin, that needs work, doesn't carry with it much in value. I am always suspect of the pin ... | |
| Bond Piano | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: We have a Bond piano apartment size (shorter than an upright grand) manufactured by the Packard ... A: Since you provided no serial number, I can't tell how old it is. However Bond pianos stopped being ... | |
| Wheelock Parlor Grand | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I just inherited a Wheelock Parlor Grand Piano serial number 11288. I would like to have it ... A: The piano was built in 1894. The value of the piano after "restoration", will be far LESS than the ... | |
| Commemorative Sohmer Grand | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6'2" Sohmer grand built in 1895. It has a commemorative seal stamped below the harp. It ... A: Happy to help! A little more about Sohmer... Harry Sohmer hated to build grand pianos. The Sohmer ... | |
| melville clark piano | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Can you please assist me with any information on a wurlitzer piano model # 1660/serial# 1195954? ... A: Your piano was made in 1971 in DeKalb, IL. Your model 1660 is too old for any company records. I'm ... | |
| Kurtzmann baby grand | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a Kurtzmann baby grand from a family friend...please see attached. After ... A: First of all, I'm afraid your attachment never came through. Second...a piano that old requires ... | |
| age of a piano | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I have an old piano that has no name on it. Looks like the name plate was removed. Inside the piano, ... A: These pianos were "stencil" pianos made by the Winter company. Without a serial number we can't ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a pecan colored Chickering Baby Grand, serial number 149099. What can you tell me about this ... A: The piano was made in the earl '30s. In 1908, Chickering was bought by American, and them became ... | |
| PA Starck | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a PA Starck Baby Grand Piano, S/N 74893. I am curious to find out anything about it: when it ... A: The piano was made in 1930. They were made at Ashland and Webster in Chicago. They were a lower ... | |
| Schubert piano | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have suffered a major flooding in my house which has badly affected my family heirloom Schubert ... A: The piano was made in 1922. If you were my client, and remember, I am a rebuilder, I would try to ... | |
| Kimball Consolette Piano | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at purchasing a piano for my 9 year old son to take piano lessons. I am looking at a ... A: The piano was made in 1969. Before any money crossed hands, I would have it looked at by a ... | |
| Looking for Appraisal on my Piano | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Onesti, I have a Baldwin (Hamilton) piano that my father bought me back in 1971, and I am ... A: In 1971/2 that piano was brand new. I'm guessing you might get 1200-1500.00 if it is, as you say, ... | |
| Janssen spinet piano | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have Janssen piano serial # 111364 and was wondering the year it was made and possibly the value. ... A: The piano was made in 1950. It sounds to me that this piano, as ornate as you describe, is worth ... | |
| currier baby grand value | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: We are looking to buy a Currier baby grand piano s/n 10120 (close) from a private party. They told ... A: This is an entry level piano built in 1967. "Showroom condition" tells me it looks nice. If it ... | |
| Brewster | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: I have acquired an old Brewster piano and im wondering what its worth the serial number is 1543I5 ... A: Brewster was made in East Rochester, NY and became part of the Aeolian family. Your piano was made ... | |
| Paling Minor Piano | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: H.Paling & Co limited) we are trying to work out how old it is and estimated value for insurance ... A: The was manufactured in 1955 by the Beale Company, New South Wales Australia. The value really ... | |
| Fed. Thurmer 1839 | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I apologize in advance if I am out of line for asking you about the above mentioned piano. I have ... A: With regard to value, it would be as furniture only! Ferdinand Thurmer was established in 1834 in ... | |
| Merrill Piano Co. | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: We have an upright piano from the Merrill Piano Co. of Boston. It has a serial number of 8770. Might ... A: Records available from Merrill start in 1904 with a serial number of 11000. However, that doesn't ... | |
| Value of Steinway Model 0 | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I'm currently in the process of selling my inherited 1920s Steinway Mahogany Grand Model 0. I've had ... A: It sounds to me as though your Steinway is in need of a total rebuilding...something for which we ... | |
| Piano Age | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I have Jesse french & Sons console piano, serial # 220063, I've tried to date it from resources ... A: I just checked again. Your piano was made in 1952...220000 to 231000 serial numbers listed by ... | |
| Weber new york | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I have been trying to find something out about a piano that belonged to my great great aunt that now ... A: Your piano was manufactured in 1890 by Albert Weber in Manhattan, NY. The company was started in ... | |
| Cable piano | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I remember that they bought it in the 1960s. I see from researching on the net that Baldwin owns ... A: Hobart Cable was made by Story and Clark. Cable Nelson Started in Chicago, Later bought by Hammond ... | |
| Aeolian Upright | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I was givem an Aeolian piano from a local church and I have NO CLUE about pianos. The serial number ... A: And thanks for being ethical. No...you wouldn't be robbing anyone. First of all, we have no idea ... | |
| Aeolian Upright | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: I was givem an Aeolian piano from a local church and I have NO CLUE about pianos. The serial number ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1913. Insurance is not an issue if you have a normal homeowner's ... | |
| Value of Upright Schumann Piano | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to determine the value, if any, of my upright piano, which has a code of 42494 and ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1920. The initials and dates are piano tuners who use the client's ... | |
| My Henry F. Miller Boston Piano | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: My grandparents gave me a Henry F. Miller Boston baby grand piano that they have had since my ... A: Your piano was built in 1921 in Boston, after which is was taken over by Ivers and Ponds and moved ... | |
| Piano Seats | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I got a Premier piano ser.#50685 as a gift without a seat. She has ornate legs and I would like to ... A: No seat...on no!!!!!!!!! Just kidding. The bench adds nothing to the value. Your piano was made in ... | |
| baby grands | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: Have been looking at a Kohler and Campbell 5' baby grand. Just heard about Benard Webster baby ... A: They are all "entry level" grand pianos. They are all about the same in quality at the lower end. ... | |
| Value of an upright piano | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired an old piano from a family member. It is a Pohlmann upright and was bought ... A: Your spelling of Pohlmann, with 2 n's suggest the company in Halifax England. One "n" would be the ... | |
| value of an upright baldwin piano | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: what is the proper channel to pursue if one wishes to learn the value of a piano for re-sale ... A: You can take two routes: 1. get me all the information possible: Style of piano A ... | |
| Shubert Piano Co., NY | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: My grandmother has an upright piano that has been in the family for decades. My mother remembers ... A: This Schubert piano was manufactured in 1912. With all due respect to Grandmom, I think her value ... | |
| Kimball Consolette | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a Kimball Consolette piano that I am looking to sell. The serial number is 798324. Would you ... A: The piano was made in 1971. It looks to be a spinet style (drop action) piano. I would list it at ... | |
| piano value ? | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a Mansfield Cabinet Grand piano from 1914. The serial # is in the high 9000's. I just have ... A: This piano was made in NY in 1914. The worth depends on its ability to be serviced and from here we ... | |
| how old my piano is | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: It is a Bertram Ison and it says J.W. Semple next to Bertram Ison. It also says Duke St. Glasglow on ... A: The only record of that name of any sort is a list of "pump organs" next to J.W. Semple. The is no ... | |
| History Of My Piano | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: We were given and Elburn piano I would like to find out the year is was Made and any History one the ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1950 in Kansas. The Elburn name is a third party name used by ... | |
| Ballpark Figure of What My Piano Is Worth | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a Kloman & Nord concert piano. It's upright and the serial number is 151085. I am looking ... A: Kloman and Nord are now out of business and have left the piano world with no records of any sort. ... | |
| About a Piano and its age. | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, My 8yr old daughter just started taking piano lessons and a friend that was moving gave us a ... A: The piano was made in 1952. The company was established in 1842 in New York. By the time your ... | |
| About a Piano and its age. | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, My 8yr old daughter just started taking piano lessons and a friend that was moving gave us a ... A: Well...you paid to have it moved so I think getting at least a service call for tuning is in order. ... | |
| Schubert Pianos | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: We are renovating an old boarding school and found a Schubert upright piano with a Duffiano Steel ... A: Is there something about the answer below you don't understand? And...it is impossible to tell ... | |
| History of Hutter piano | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I live in Toronto, Canada. Last year I purchased an upright piano for my wife, a professional piano ... A: Tokai Gakki Company LTD is the manufacturer. The started making piano in 1973 so there's not a lot ... | |
| Mason & Hamlin | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: My parents have decided to try to sell their Mason & Hamlin piano - I have been trying to help them ... A: The "Mason & Hamlin" was made in East Rochester, NY by the Aeolian American Corporation. You don't ... | |
| History of Hutter piano | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I live in Toronto, Canada. Last year I purchased an upright piano for my wife, a professional piano ... A: Alfred Huttner made pianos back in Breslau Germany in 1896. This is a Japanese knock-off. ... | |
| story & clark piano | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: My mother inherited a story & clark upright #31359 and is curious as to its worth, we are unsure of ... A: The piano was made in 1910. Most, if not all of the instrument value is gone considering its age ... | |
| Horace Waters & Co Piano | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: ..it is from the 1940's, or maybe earlier, I'm not sure. There are markings in pencil inside the ... A: The piano was made in 1889. The pencil markings were from the tuner who serviced it. Obviously, ... | |
| Boston Piano worth | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a Boston piano with disk player, model/serial #GP193ES, 113115, in Dec 2000 for $21,000. ... A: The CFX 228 is up-gradeable to full symphony with the addition of a computer card. The Piano Disc ... | |
| Manufactture date of Washburn Piano | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I saw that you fielded a question like this recently. We have a Washburn upright piano that we were ... A: .. Your piano was made between 1920 and 1927. "Washburn's" record keeping doesn't allow for more ... | |
| 1911 Hamilton piano | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: I just got this upright piano. Would lke to keep it, it needs tunned bad, a few chipped keys. It ... A: First...it's always worth finding out if it indeed can be tuned. Your first step is to go to ... | |
| stodart piano | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: Square piano serial 6326..Well aware of lack of value except as furniture but curious about age. Am ... A: 1877 is the date around which this piano was built in New York. You describe the piano accurately. ... | |
| T.Gilbert & Co. | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I read your January answer regarding another T.Gilbert piano, and duly noted your remarks about ... A: You were in front of a square...spelled: g a r b a g e ! They are NOT a rare opportunity. What you ... | |
| Baldwin Acrosonic Upright | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a Baldwin Acrosonic Upright which is about 12 years old measurements: 55 inches ... A: The last year listed for Acrosonics is 1996. Some were consoles...some spinets. I think you have a ... | |
| Whitney Piano | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a Whitney Console Piano. The serial: #150637. The piano belonged to my father-in-law's ... A: I would go for 800-1200. If the prospective buyer want to bring a technician to look at the piano, ... | |
| piano worth | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I just wondered how much my piano is worth. It is a Kimball 5' grand that seems to be in decent ... A: Your piano was made in 1930. With regard to worth, that really depends on it's ability to be ... | |
| Schiller Piano Age | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an Oregon Schiller upright ser# 43849 and am curious about the age and possible types of wood ... A: If they weren't replaced, they would definitely be ivory. Ivory is put on in three pieces: the ... | |
| Schafer and Sons baby grand piano | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a used baby grand piano form built by Schafer and sons serial# 8706980. ... A: These pianos with a serial number that high were built by Young Chang in all probability. They were ... | |
| Whitney Piano | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a Whitney Console Piano. The serial: #150637. The piano belonged to my father-in-law's ... A: The piano was made by Kimball in 1936 which makes it 73 years old. There is no antique value ... | |
| Schiller Piano Age | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I have an Oregon Schiller upright ser# 43849 and am curious about the age and possible types of wood ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1910. Usually the pianos using veneers were made with a core of ... | |
| Starr Piano Upright | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: serial #97267 made in Richmond,IN... pencil writing marking inside dated 1948 with a name and ... A: The piano was made in 1911. The pencil mark is graphite put there by a piano technician I'll wager. ... | |
| W.P. Haines upright | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a W.P. Haines upright piano, whose serial number is 48447. I would love to know the age of ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1910. Regardless of the "restoration", We're in the hundreds range, ... | |
| Winter Piano | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a Winter Piano (upright) equipped with Practiano. My home was recently flooded and the piano ... A: The piano was made in 1951 by the Aeolian American Corporation. The "practiano" unit is a simple ... | |
| used piano for young beginner | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: My 9 year old son began piano lessons. My budget is very limited at this time and I'm looking for an ... A: I have lots of customers who have this same piano. Some of them are serviceable...some not. The ... | |
| schiller cabinet grand | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: discovered this piano way in the back of my garage, plate inside upper right says schiller ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1901. If the keys are original, they are ivory. Ivory keys are ... | |
| Behning Upright Grand | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: My wife and i recently purchased an old forclosed house, and found a few old things left behind. One ... A: The piano was made in 1902. The worth has long since gone. If it were is great serviceable ... | |
| THURMER BABY GRAND | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a Thurmer Baby Grand serial number 54391. It has been tuned regularly and had the felts ... A: These pianos were made in Miessn, Saxony (Germany). The company was established in 1834. That ... | |
| Schiller grand | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: We have a 1930 Schiller baby parlor size grand serial #7770983. We would like to know a ball park ... A: Are you sure about that serial number???? Old Schillers don't go that high. If it were 77709 83, ... | |
| Christman Piano | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Christman (Worthington) upright piano that I have to sell..On a previous post you mentioned ... A: Are you sure that was my posting...with "adoption" in it? If that word were used...it was probably ... | |
| Selling a Baby Grand | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I own a Baby Grand piano made by Behning & Sons, No. 47942. It has gotten out of tune since we ... A: The piano was made in 1920. If it were in really great shape...perhaps anywhere from 1500.00 to ... | |
| worth to buy this DH Baldwin baby grand C152? | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: This piano is listed by a church. It's D.H. Baldwin baby grand C152. Serial # is 56363. Seller was ... A: The piano was built in 1906. If you're stuck with the Sunday deadline...let it go. 2500 would be ... | |
| used piano for young beginner | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: My 9 year old son began piano lessons. My budget is very limited at this time and I'm looking for an ... A: You can consider either. However, there's nothing more frustrating that to think you got a great ... | |
| 1891 Steinway Upright | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I purchased an upright Steinway from an auction. I had it tuned by an expert in 2007 and, by the ... A: Well...that is different. And as far as "commissioning" goes...all of the manufactures did things ... | |
| Wheelock Piano | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: We have a Wheelock piano, serial # 4538. Do you know when it was manufactured? ... A: The value of this piano has long since gone. And I don't know why your "tuner" said it had to be ... | |
| Restoration | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I just recently came across a Henry F. Miller ebony upright in fair condition. The serial number is ... A: Your piano was made in 1891. I'm not sure what you mean by "restoration", but any real money you ... | |
| walters piano, new york | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I have inherited this piano and would like to sell it, if possible. I also have a huge stack of old ... A: I would start by taking a picture, add to that a description, and hang in on all the bulletin ... | |
| Wurlitzer Baby Grand | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a Wurlitzer baby grand model #1092690 in good condition. About how much would it be worth on ... A: "in good condition"... To me that means it will take and hold a tuning procedure, and it plays. ... | |
| Wurlitzer Baby grand piano | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Wurlitzer baby grand piano with the serial number 104359. I'm wanting to sell it and i have ... A: The piano was made in 1929, the end of the player era...more or less. The piano's worth has really ... | |
| Hobart M Cable Piano | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how old my piano was. I think the serial # is 31701. I just ... A: The piano has no real value. Some may think because of a piano's age or appearance they would like ... | |
| New York Premier Grand Piano | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: Your expertise seems to be appreciated by many, many people! After reading many of your Q & A's I ... A: The Premier Piano Company stopped making pianos in 1932 in New York. After that the Mathushek piano ... | |
| Hobart M Cable Piano | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how old my piano was. I think the serial # is 31701. I just ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1910. With regard to cost of repairs...without seeing it...that's a ... | |
| white elephants | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I have an old Wellington upright piano taking up space in my house. The serial no. is 130684 and I ... A: The piano was made by Cable in 1909. And...technically, the piano is not really an antique, and ... | |
| Taber MFG By Winter and Co New York | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: We have a piano on the plate it sates Taber MFD By Winter and Co with a number of 78-4-66, in ... A: If that serial number is correct, this was made in 1928. These were made by Aeolian American in ... | |
| Keller piano worth | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I am considering buying a Keller piano serial number 116543 for $300 and wondered if you could give ... A: I have several Keller names, none of which have serial numbers that get to 6 digits. Are you ... | |
| Selling Aldrich Baby Grand | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I see you have answered a similar question earlier this year. I have an "Aldrich New York" ... A: Looks like a generic Aeolian or Sherman Clay grand. Here is what I would do: 1. go to ... | |
| Kranich & Bach Piano | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know how much it is worth. It says on front of piano Kranich& Bach New York Patent ... A: The patent number does us no good for aging purposes. I need a serial number to get close. That ... | |
| Beginner Piano | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I am considering a '77/'78 Everett console serial# 249166, cherry finish good condition, solid ... A: I think by now the Yamaha corporation had purchased the Everett name. Beth...I wouldn't pay two ... | |
| Ivers and Pond | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I own a 1914 Ivers and Pond parlour grand serial #33221. I am specifically curious about wood type ... A: your serial number dates the piano at 1902. Ivers and Ponds started in Boston, and as with so many ... | |
| Samick SG 172 S with inlay | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking to buy a 1987 Samick SG 172 S baby grand piano. I have seen them characterized at being ... A: Well...it may look gorgeous, but I have to put on my technician's hat here. Samicks in general are ... | |
| Aeolian Company Baby Grand | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: Ralph, I recently purchased an Aeolian baby grand with the serial #306116. I am interested in ... A: The Aeolian company, through a bunch of convoluted sales and acquisitions, became the Aeolian ... | |
| Stodart Player Piano | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: Could you please refer me to a site where I could find out the year my Stodart player piano was made ... A: The piano was made in 1920. These pianos were typically made from 1920 to 1930. By now...most if ... | |
| Kimball Piano Serial Number | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a console piano. I found one listed as a Kimball spinet with a height of ... A: Unfortunately and historically, serial numbers give away the age only in the older era pianos. In ... | |
| Kimball Piano Serial Number | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a console piano. I found one listed as a Kimball spinet with a height of ... A: The difference between a spinet and a console is not the height. It lies in the configuration of ... | |
| Piano recommendation | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: This is a follow-up question..I'm not sure how to attach it to my original question. Last week I ... A: 1. I wouldn't recommend either a Steinway or a Fazioli! 2. Larry Fines book is based on interviews, ... | |
| Jesse French and Sons | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a piano manufactured by Jesse French and sons and just wanted to know what year it was made ... A: The piano was made in 1949. The value depends on what you stated above, as well as the ... | |
| finding the manufacturer's name | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: We acquired a baby grand piano that one of the previous owners had refinished in black lacquer and ... A: Look on the steel plate where the strings are. This sounds too much like a Mason and Hamlin. See ... | |
| Everett Pianos | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I have an Everett piano, new in '76 I think, that my step-mother gave me a few years ago. I thought ... A: Tuning prices vary with geography. For a registered technician, the average price is 95.00 for a ... | |
| Just bought new piano... | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: Hey Ralph, I just stumbled onto a new piano for my twin daughters. It's a Kimball Consolette, ... A: The piano was made in 1948. There isn't much to tell. The Kimball company was in Jasper Indiana ... | |
| 1940's?? Steinway duoart | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: We have inherited a rosewood Steinway duoart piano from great grandma. There is some discussion in ... A: With regard to value, that would depend on size. There is a letter designation on the steel plate ... | |
| Cable-Nelson Baby Grand | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: We have inherited a fully restored baby grand piano with a Cable Nelson label. Some restoration ... A: "Fully Restored" That means it has a new soundboard, bridges, pin block, action, underlever ... | |
| Buying an used piano | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: Ralph. I am planning to buy an used upright piano. I am willing spend $1000-$2000. I will keep it ... A: My first choice is Kawai. It's a good manufacturer with a transferable warranty. That means if you ... | |
| Console Grand upright Piano | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: This was bought by my parents around 1975 time frame in Rochester, NY. I am thinking about selling ... A: .. In this case then, the name GRAND means nothing. This piano, manufactured in East Rochester NY ... | |
| Kimball Upright Piano | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: I would appreciate any info you can give me on a Kimball upright piano, serial # 776941--or so I ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1971. The value, and there probably is some, depends on its ... | |
| Console Grand upright Piano | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: This was bought by my parents around 1975 time frame in Rochester, NY. I am thinking about selling ... A: The pianos made in Rochester, specifically East Rochester were made by the Aeolian American ... | |
| Baldwin Acrosonic Piano | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I recently found a Baldwin Acrosonic Piano on the Internet. The Serial number is 259926 which I ... A: 1935 is the correct year of manufacture. And, as I said previously, if this is a serviceable ... | |
| Baldwin Acrosonic Piano | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I recently found a Baldwin Acrosonic Piano on the Internet. The Serial number is 259926 which I ... A: There is NO Baldwin Acrosonic worth 2500.00. Usually the word, "restore" is mis-used. If your piano ... | |
| Value of Baldwin Hamilton piano | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: We have a walnut-finish Baldwin Hamilton studio piano (model #292205) and original matching bench ... A: Without checking the piano first hand, I have to make some assumptions. So, I'll assume the piano ... | |
| RPT | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: Our local phone book revealed a "RPT," Dan Dannenfelser. He was able to examine the Mehlin & Son's ... A: OK... And good for you!!!! I'm guessing two hours for tuning, Dan means it needs two go ... | |
| Weber Grand vs Yamaha Grand | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have been looking to purchase a grand piano and have narrowed my selection down to 2 choices. I ... A: Well, Weber is certainly an "entry lever" piano, and in 1973, so was Yamaha. However, all things ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand Piano | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: Can you give me information about my grandfather's piano? The serial number is 176277. It says The ... A: These Chickerings were made by the Aeolian American company who also made and installed the Ampico ... | |
| 1979 Cable Piano | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I bought a used Cable piano perhaps 15 yrs back for my son who has now left the coop and so it is ... A: Yes, I do believe this is a console, and the previous info I gave is correct. The value would ... | |
| How old is my Baldwin | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: Recently, I picked up an old piano from my neighbor. It looks like an old piano from its looks and ... A: Your piano was manufacture in 1954. Your "technician" should have come up with that with no ... | |
| Baldwin upright piano | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a Baldwin upright piano and I am wondering if it can be tuned. The piano was last in tune in ... A: With regard to history...the Baldwins in Ohio territory have a history dating back to the 1860's ... | |
| keller brothers | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to get some info and price range for a keller bros. piano made in scranton pa. made in ... A: The Keller piano company in Scranton is listed as: Keller-Dunham Piano Company on 1014 Washington ... | |
| Kohler & Campbell | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I'm considering a Kohler & Campbell (1970) 5'0" baby grand with walnut finish. Is $2250 a ... A: It is a reasonable price if it is in perfect condition. And it is 2250.00 too much if it can't be ... | |
| winter & co. baby grand | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: There is a Winter & Co. baby grand piano on craigslist from 1955, and its serial number is 332776. ... A: I have helped many people get their money back from Internet sales of pianos. Here is what I would ... | |
| Good deal? | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I'm considering buying a "very gently used 'Whitney by Kimball' bought in 1965 and moved one time in ... A: Well...the price isn't out of the question, and it is indeed at the top end of what I would spend on ... | |
| I want to know age of my piano | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a kingsbury piano for my 6 yrs old son. its made by the cable company ,serial # ... A: The piano was made in 1909. The value of the piano is only in it's ability to be serviced. So, go ... | |
| Mehlin and Sons piano | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a chance to get my daughter a Mehlin and Sons piano, serial number 44949. What can you tell ... A: The piano was made in 1940. I would be careful on this one. No sense spending money to move it only ... | |
| buy a used or new piano | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: We would like to buy a second hand piano for ours daughter - 3 years old, had looked at Kawai BS10 ... A: Three years old????? Anyway, Kawai is ALWAYS more piano for the money! When it comes to Asian made ... | |
| John Spenser & Co Pianos | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: i have inherited a John Spenser & Co Piano,i am told it came to New Zealand when my great ... A: The insides of piano were pasted with "royal appointments" and "winners of..." and "exclusive this ... | |
| Hardman And Peck Piano | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: My parents bought a Hardman and Peck piano about twenty years ago. Now that my mom is preparing for ... A: The piano, being manufactured in or around 1893 has rather little value. I would list the piano for ... | |
| Kimball piano | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know the age and approximate value of my piano. It is a 38" Kimball Spinet with ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1954. If it is in great condition, we're talking hundreds here, ... | |
| Age and refurbishment of piano | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: ..I recently inherited my mothers piano. On the front it says Beethoven; Washington, NJ; Upright ... A: This company was established in 1880 and had a short run. There are no records with regard to ... | |
| I am buying a piano | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: A piano listed on craigslist for $400. It is a 1980 winter (aeolian) piano. We went to look at it ... A: The piano was made in 1979. Because it was made by Aeolian...I would still like an evaluation by a ... | |
| Wellington/Cable Chicago Upright | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: So at SN 131519, it looks to be from 1909. It plays decently, is in reasonable mechanical & ... A: Sorry about the worth...and they are correct...not much. I would stay with the Baldwin and treat ... | |
| getts piano | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Have ever heard of a Getts Cabinet Grand Piano, Chicago. Serial #116140. We have no idea how old it ... A: George W. Getts pianos were indeed made in Chicago. However, no records were kept for this ... | |
| Baldwin 1966 Model R Louis XVI | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to purchase a 1966 Baldwin Model R Louis XVI piano in cherry satin. The ... A: A 1966 Baldwin R is a better Baldwin than is available today...one man's opinion. The keys ... | |
| I am buying a piano | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: A piano listed on craigslist for $400. It is a 1980 winter (aeolian) piano. We went to look at it ... A: 1. Do you have a serial number? 2. Have you had the piano looked at first hand by a registered ... | |
| Schubert Piano Company | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I own a Schubert Piano registered numbert 33,641. Can you tell me anything about this piano. A: The piano was made in 1906. The company was acquired by and later discontinued by Lester. The ... | |
| Kimball Model # 5103 | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I just picked up a free baby grand from my employer. It's a little beat up, but the keys seem to be ... A: Usually, these repairs are not a big deal! In many cases, it's a question of adjustment rather than ... | |
| W.Aubert - Suttons of Ballarat (Victoria, Australia) | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: Firstly, fantastic service you guys offer here. Thank you. Secondly, I have an Aubert Piano (no ... A: Generally a piano is a true antique if the configuration is antique. Pianos from the late 1800's ... | |
| Piano with no name | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: Onesti, I purchased an Upright Piano that has no nameplate. When I opened it up to tune it I found a ... A: The Japanese sold pianos in every nook and cranny in the world at that time. So let's do ... | |
| Wurlitzer Upright 1176NCHY | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: Opportunity to buy Wurlitzer upright or spinet? 1176NCHY - Family owned for the last five years. ... A: Is that number the model or the serial number???? I'm having a little trouble with the picture. ... | |
| Pleyel Piano | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I've inherited a pleyel piano - serial number 86911. Im really not sure whether to sell this, or ... A: In short...not the piano to restore! The piano was made in 1885 and you're probably talking to the ... | |
| WH Paling Piano | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: If is a WH Paling, Vicotr model. Seriel no: 67559 - do you know how old it would be? Do you think ... A: The piano was manufactured in 1938 for question number one. For question number two regarding ... | |
| Cable Piano | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I own a Cable Piano with a serial number in the 83000s. The 'Blue Book' suggests that this piano ... A: The reason for the apparent discrepancy is easy to explain in one word: Aeolian. The Aeolian ... | |
| How old is this piano? | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: Have a Baldwin upright... inside cast iron panel says D H Baldwin, Cincinnati OH, 865041... trying ... A: This is a convoluted tale. But a bit of research indicates 1968. Please be sure of the serial ... | |
| piano age and value | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a Baldwin baby grand serial #G66712. How old is it? Also, is it worth the investment to ... A: This piano was built in 1931 if your number is correct. And if this is correct, it is before ... | |
| Whitney baby grand | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I just acquired a 35 year old Whitney baby grand from the Chico Symphony. I was told that it has a ... A: Do you have a serial number for this piano. If it won't stay in tune, the wood in which the tuning ... | |
| buying piano | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: I want to buy a piano for my 10 years old daughter . But i do not know how to choose one of the ... A: The pianos you mention are all non-representations of the actual companies. In other words, made by ... | |
| Follow-Up to Wm. Knabe Piano | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Knabe piano. I'm a senior, returning advanced student. I've also looked at and liked the feel and ... A: I mean in consideration of the condition. I wouldn't purchase any used piano without a first hand ... | |
| Wm. Knabe Piano | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: I'm thinking of buying a Wm. Knabe WKV-121D, with the serial #KJND00672. The retailer claims to ... A: The last time a real Knabe was made...I wasn't born yet. They were made by Aeolian...but they only ... | |
| exactly how old is my piano? | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Ralph, I decided not to purchase either of the 2 pianos I was looking at. After the cost of ... A: and congratulations!!! Mathushek's were sturdily built pianos in their day. They also built many ... | |
| Chickering Baby Grand Piano | 7/1/2009 |
| Q: A friend would like to sell her Chickering Baby Grand serial# 142986-G and I am trying to get ... A: The piano was made in 1926. Actually...you would be doing her a favor if you took it off her hands ... | |
| Mehlin Patent Grand S#39986 | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: My Grandparents own the above piano and it has been sitting in the living room idle for some time. I ... A: The piano was made in 1919. With regard to restoring...short answer: no! You will never retrieve ... | |
| Horugel piano | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I've come upon a Horugel upright piano and just trying to get some information about this brand. ... A: The company was established in Leipzig, German in 1893. It is now owned by Samick. If we look at ... | |
| which antique brand is a better quality? | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I have an opportunity to purchase an antique piano, however, I have not seen them upfront yet. The ... A: Well... New takes away the worry of the retailer that will say anything to get you to buy something ... | |
| An ID on this little gem. | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering what kind of piano this is on the stage? Thank you so much. A: I did answer you on this, but I suspect that response got lost in cyber space. Anyway, I did copy ... | |
| westbrook upright piano | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: the serial # 15422. how old is this piano / and.. a rough idea on its value.. A: Fernando Wesbrook started in 1964 and discontinues in 1970. It became I.M.I. I.M.I changed to ... | |
| Chickering upright piano | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: We purchased a used piano about 20 years ago & were told at the time that it was from the 40's but ... A: If your piano technician is PTG certified, she can appraise it. You can check by going on ... | |
| which antique brand is a better quality? | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I have an opportunity to purchase an antique piano, however, I have not seen them upfront yet. The ... A: First, neither is "antique"!!!!! Both are actually modern pianos in design and function. Neither ... | |
| selling an antique piano | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: You were very helpful earlier this week so I'm back with one more issue. I'd like to sell the 130 ... A: What you have there is just that...a fine piece of furniture. The piano is not a candidate for ... | |
| To Fix or Not to Fix Ellington upright | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: There is a very sentimental Ellington upright (rather large) piano in the family. I do not have the ... A: Well good for you! I'm happy your experience is a positive one. Your piano was made in 1907. ... | |
| Quality of a used piano I'm considering purchasing. | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: I just looked at a Schafer & Sons spinet piano, model #P-3900. (serial #100551). It was purchased ... A: 1. it is a Taiwan piano and I doubt it is a spinet...probably a console. If it is a spinet...keep ... | |
| Grinnell Brothers Concert Grand | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: We have a Grinnell Brothers Concert Grand made in Detroit and it is in pretty nice condition, serial ... A: Are you telling me this piano is 9 feet long? Made in 1916. Even if it is 9 feet long, being a ... | |
| piano info. | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in buying a piano for my child. I have seen a Baldwin piano and it is in good ... A: Not sure of the configuration here and the serial number is a curiosity. Baldwins are tricky to buy ... | |
| Howard Piano Value | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to get an idea of the value of this piano. I don't have any other information than what ... A: This appears, by the existance of the little door on the knee board to have been a player at one ... | |
| macey & kamp | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: my father and i have run upon a very nice seemingly antique upright piano made by macey & kamp ... A: These pianos were made by Goldsmith in Chicago. However, their serial numbers do not go down to 3 ... | |
| Cable & Sons baby grand value | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I am moving and sadly, cannot take my baby grand piano. It's a Cable & Sons, No. 157519. The case ... A: This was manufactured in 1933, which makes it a pretty old girl. You said the word fair, not me. ... | |
| Piano size | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking to find the smallest, most space conservative piano i can get. I've seen a spinet that ... A: Most Tom thumb pianos are of the console configuration. Spinets are at the bottom of the barrel ... | |
| 1963 Baldwin Aerosonic | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: we recently inherited a 1963 Baldwin Aerosonic Serial #729063. It is in quite good condition. Is it ... A: It's worth tuning up if you're going to use it. If you're not going to use it...I would consider ... | |
| Registered technician | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: non-registered. What is the history of the Piano Technicians Guild? Is it just in this country? ... A: OK...this one isn't so tough. First you need to identify a few things: 1. new or used 2. ... | |
| Registered technician | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: non-registered. What is the history of the Piano Technicians Guild? Is it just in this country? ... A: You are so welcome Gretchen! The history of the guild is not anything to get excited about. I'll ... | |
| Piano size | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking to find the smallest, most space conservative piano i can get. I've seen a spinet that ... A: The only thing that is certain in the piano industry is that nothing is certain. Sometimes people ... | |
| piano technicians | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have read a lot about registered technicians. I didn't know there was such a thing What is the ... A: Well, there is such a thing as a registered technician. The Piano Technicians Guild is an ... | |
| Kimbal Baby Grand purchased in 1956 | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a Kimball Baby Grand purchased new in 1956. It is in mint condition (museum quality) ... A: Remember, pianos depreciate every year, played or not, good condition or bad. You have a piano here ... | |
| hardman piano | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: I just picked up a hardman piano that someone was giving away for my wife. Don't really know ... A: The piano was made in 1913. The problems you describe don't sound all that serious. You will need ... | |
| Piano Regulation | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: Where can I find the regulating specs for young chang pianos A: I taught piano technology for years at the university level and guild level events all over the ... | |
| Value & History of Baldwin Aerosonic Piano | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: We have a Baldwin aerosonic upright piano #321759. Re-issue no. 21,164, Design no. 113,379. It is in ... A: The piano was made in 1942. Selling it is based on a couple of things: 1. The configuration; ... | |
| Guild Church & Co square grand piano | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: My questions is to determine an approximate value. My husband purchased this piano for $300 around ... A: As an instrument, the piano has no real value. As a piece of furniture it posses another scenario. ... | |
| Lauter piano | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an upright Lauter piano that my grandmother bought new. The serial #29164. It is in need of ... A: .. Well, I have taken a lot of money from a lot of people for "sentimental reasons". The worth ... | |
| Story &Clark - Story goes on... | 6/11/2009 |
| Q: yesterday they "tried" to deliver and position the piano and soooomehow during the transport, the ... A: Daniela: Obviously...they were not real piano movers...sounds like 4 guys, daddy's pick up and a ... | |
| Krakauer Piano- sell or donate | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: we have a Krakauer Upright, serial number 60686. We are wondering if we should attempt to sell it ... A: The piano was made in 1940. Donating can be done if you're looking for a tax right off you will ... | |
| Piano 3 choices..which one the best?? | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can help me decide on which piano I sould buy: today I played on a looot of pianos in a ... A: The dry is a problem anywhere. I would push your technician to install a climate system as I ... | |
| Baldwin Howard Spinet Piano | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Sorry to bother you with such a basic question but I am looking to buy a second hand 1960 Baldwin ... A: The pianos are marginal...lousy design. Price too high!!! I would have a registered technician ... | |
| Piano 3 choices..which one the best?? | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can help me decide on which piano I sould buy: today I played on a looot of pianos in a ... A: Congratulations!!!!!!!!!! Now, go to http://www.ptg.org for a registered technician to service your ... | |
| Weber NY grand piano | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a "Weber ny" Grand piano and have been online trying to date this beauty. I read one of your ... A: Your beauty was made c: 1883. Be careful when you say restore. These pianos are NOT cost effective. ... | |
| 1922/1923 Harmony Piano | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently inherited an upright Harmony Piano from my Great-Aunt. The serial is 22-815 and there is ... A: Looks like the piano was made in 1903. Let's start here: putting money in to this piano could be ... | |
| Hobart Cable piano | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: i am looking at a piano with #447863 or possibly AA7863. Do you know what year it was built? The ... A: Have we verified as to the material?...plastic or Ivory. If it's Ivory...yes they can be bleached ... | |
| Heintzman | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: I may look at buying a Heintzman for $350 in "very good" condition, apparently, not really played ... A: Congratulations!!! Enjoy your piano. Now...if you want to protect your investment, there are two ... | |
| Piano 3 choices..which one the best?? | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can help me decide on which piano I sould buy: today I played on a looot of pianos in a ... A: Story & Clark: 1996 Cable: 1957 Kimball: 1964 You have a couple of ways to go: 1. For safety sake, ... | |
| Heintzman | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I may look at buying a Heintzman for $350 in "very good" condition, apparently, not really played ... A: We're talking about a piano that was manufactured in 1914. I have my doubts that this piano is in ... | |
| Bond Upright Piano | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: What should I look at when considering an acoustic upright piano? A neighbor has asked for me to ... A: The last Bonds were made in 1925. The piano has very little worth. However, even if you got it for ... | |
| Getting a big piano into the house | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: the house. What is the door sizes required to get a piano like the Yamaha C3 (or the Kawai as you ... A: .. A grand piano comes in on its side. At that point the piano measures about a foot or so wide ... | |
| New vs Used | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: Our 10-year-old's piano teacher is saying it is time for us to purchase a grand piano for him. She ... A: Don't you just love being pushed around?! There are a couple of things...and I'm going to be ... | |
| what the heck is it??? | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I couldn't find anything stamped inside and the number you asked for is 541127292. It has a sticker ... A: The quality is usually poor to mediocre. The scenario is: there is a local piano retailer. He goes ... | |
| Hobart Cable piano | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: i am looking at a piano with #447863 or possibly AA7863. Do you know what year it was built? The ... A: A piano made in 1969 most likely has plastic keys. Look closely. If there is no "grain", and looks ... | |
| To Fix or Not to Fix Ellington upright | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: There is a very sentimental Ellington upright (rather large) piano in the family. I do not have the ... A: Deep breath! This may, or may not be as serious as you might think. I would do this: go to ... | |
| what the heck is it??? | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I couldn't find anything stamped inside and the number you asked for is 541127292. It has a sticker ... A: I'm sticking to my theory that this piano was made for a retailer. In that case the name of the ... | |
| what the heck is it??? | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I couldn't find anything stamped inside and the number you asked for is 541127292. It has a sticker ... A: .. Well...that serial number is a doosy! I'm guessing this is an offshore (Asian made) piano. I'm ... | |
| My 2 Beautiful Old Pianos | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: My 2 beautiful old pianos are: F. Rosener Berlin, black, #14224, just gorgeous with candle holders ... A: Age first: Rosener: founded in 1839. The company kept no records. However, this is a product of the ... | |
| Hobart Cable piano | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: i am looking at a piano with #447863 or possibly AA7863. Do you know what year it was built? The ... A: This piano was likely made by Story and Clark in 1969. Later versions were made by Asian ... | |
| baby grand | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1920 Henry Miller Baby Grand piano. I know you can't give me an exact number, just ... A: The Miller pianos were tanks. Well built, decent scale. However, because the company is out of ... | |
| Hallet & Davis Square Grand | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a Hallet & Davis Square Grand at a church auction. I know nothing about it other than ... A: The "piano" was made around 1867. I have rebuilt or made parts for other rebuilders ... | |
| Kimball Artiste Console | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I'm considering purchasing this console piano, model 4244, serial B79990. I had it checked by an ... A: When they started using numbers preceeded by a letter...things got very confusing. But from what I ... | |
| Kimball Artiste Console | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I'm considering purchasing this console piano, model 4244, serial B79990. I had it checked by an ... A: The answer lies in the amount of your budget. 675 is not a lot of money...and assuming the ... | |
| Jesse French and Sons Piano | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a Jesse French and Sons upright piano. It was in the basement of the house that we bought and ... A: These pianos were manufactured in Rochester, NY. Your piano was made in 1924. With regard to ... | |
| Original price for our Price and Teeple | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: We have a Price and Teeple and have been searching online for information about it. We are planning ... A: The piano was built in 1911 in Illinois. There isn't much in the way of information on the Company ... | |
| Kimball Co Antique Piano | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I found an antique W. W. Kimball Co. upright in a local antique store I am thinking about ... A: With regard to the acquisition price, that's a bit high even if it's in perfect condition. In the ... | |
| 1971 Kimball Piano | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I recently acquired a 1971 Kimball console piano, serial number 782315. My question is, how do I ... A: .. If I'm not mistaken, the Kimball company put a "PLATE" on the back of the piano with the model ... | |
| 1968 Yamaha G-3 life cycle | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing subj piano in the local private Las Vegas market. It is well preserved ... A: It's the pin block that is my major concern. And the G 3 Yamaha does not deserve a restoration. The ... | |
| Schaeffer (Chicago) Upright Grand | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: The serial # is 66641. It needs tuning, has 13 chipped ivories, 1 broken hammer, and 6 keys with ... A: The piano was made in 1922. With regard to value...not a whole bunch. Consider that the piano is ... | |
| 1968 Yamaha G-3 life cycle | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing subj piano in the local private Las Vegas market. It is well preserved ... A: Retailers will tell you anything to get you NOT to buy a used piano from a private dealer. On the ... | |
| needham upright concert grand | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a needham upright concert grand and was wondering if you could tell me how I ... A: Based in NY, the piano was made around 1910. The compnay kept no real records. They stopped ... | |
| piano brands | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I want to purchase a piano to see if my kids would pursue that musical route and for my personal ... A: These are all lower level pianos and for 250 you'd think you couldn't go wrong...but you could. I ... | |
| Tokai Piano | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in a Tokai baby grand piano my neighbor has. She says it's 4"8" (she thinks). I was ... A: It is made in Japan and started around 1973. I don't have a serial number so I can't gauge it's ... | |
| Piano purchase | 5/28/2009 |
| Q: I'm taking up piano again several years (decades.....) after last playing. At some stage I'd like to ... A: First I would avoid and "old upright". They have lots of problems, technicians usually don't handle ... | |
| upright piano information | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I am being given an upright W.P. Haines with a serial number 36296. I know nothing about pianos, ... A: The piano was built in 1899. My advice...don't take it. Look around for a reasonable console you ... | |
| yamaha B1 or Kawai K15E | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a piano for my wife who is a beginner. There is a lot of choice but I have narrowed ... A: If money isn't the issue, the K2 would be my choice. Don't overlook the K25 or K3 either. For a few ... | |
| Weber piano | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I have just purchased an old Weber piano(for 20$) and it has sticky keys...it is quite old and ... A: Well...any pinao is wrong for a three year old unless it's there for them to be curious about. ... | |
| inhereted a piano | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: Inhereted piano can't figure out the manufacturere I did find serial #40702 Established Chicago can ... A: M. Shulz was est. in Chicago in 1869. He took the company over from his father Otto. The serial ... | |
| yamaha B1 or Kawai K15E | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a piano for my wife who is a beginner. There is a lot of choice but I have narrowed ... A: both companies are fine. In my experience, Kawai gives a better warranty and is willing to transfer ... | |
| Kawai K3 Upright | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: We are looking to get a Kawai K3 48-in upright for our 9-year old son who has now been playing ... A: Not sure why this came up twice. See the response sent. Try 4.900. The Kawai is the most end user ... | |
| Kawai K3 Upright | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: We are looking to get a Kawai K3 48-in upright for our 9-year old son who has now been playing ... A: The K3 lists for about 6200.00 depending on the finish. I think you may be able to do a bit better ... | |
| Packard Piano | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: i have a Packard Player Piano. The date stamped on the back is 1908. Everything is original, and i ... A: Short answer: you bet! These are never worth restoring and I'll wager the player mechanism doesn't ... | |
| Piano value | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a Grinnell Bros. (Detroit) Tom Thumb piano. It has 64 keys. Plays fine, looks decent. Needs ... A: The Grinnell serial numbers on record stop at 58xxx. Are you certain you have the number correct? ... | |
| broken piano keys | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: We have an opportunity to obtain a very old upright (late 1800s) free of charge. There are five ... A: Well, as much as I hate to go against the retailer, everything can be repaired! Problem with ... | |
| Mathushek & Son Piano | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: We have a Mathushek & Son upright piano we received when my wife inherited a house from her ... A: Your piano was manufacture c. 1896 It was a NY based firm, one of many of that era. In the ... | |
| Piano value and manufactured date | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hallet & Davis baby grand #515888 and would like to sell it. What is the value and when it ... A: Manufacturing date is: 1957 Value is dependant upon its condition as evaluated by a registered ... | |
| Francis Bacon upright piano | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I've recently acquired an old Francis Bacon upright piano. 50 inch I believe, with the serial ... A: Francis Bacon was started in 1789 in New York. Later is was handled by Kohler and Campbell. There ... | |
| Cable-Nelson Baby grand | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a cable-nelson baby grand with a serial # 183290 i would like to know how old it is. And if ... A: It was built in 1933. With regard to its apparent condition, I have no idea of the integrity of the ... | |
| piano value | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I own a Howard baby grand piano. I believe the serial # is #218045. I live in Montana and would like ... A: Your piano was made in 1966 by Kawai. It was an entry level version. It's hard to say the value ... | |
| bell piano | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: first of all, i am sorry for my english, because English is not my native language. we have a Bell ... A: .. Your English is fine! Bell company was established in 1864 by Robert and William Bell in ... | |
| old piano back with strings-walthum | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I have this old walthum piano back in my house with full strings, not a full piano, when I bought my ... A: Just a back eh???? Sound like someone took it apart to try to get it out of there...then ran into ... | |
| Bell Piano -Upright player | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an upright player piano that my parents bought aprx 30 years ago. The serial number on it is ... A: Lots of "Bells" on record. And the only one that kept records of serial numbers was made in Canada. ... | |
| Value/Age of Piano | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a Grand Piano Company upright. I believe the cabinet is walnut and is in very good ... A: This company, when asked for the purposes of documentation, "declined to furnish serial ... | |
| Age of piano | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a Geo. P. Bent player piano with a Concord player in it. She serial number is 70241. I was ... A: Bent stopped making pianos around 1928. Player pianos were most popular between the late 19...teens ... | |
| Kawai BL 31 piano age | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I am looking at a Kawai BL 31 with serial number M 602748 or M 602746. Can you find where and when ... A: Your number made in Japan is 1973. Now then, Kawai my favorite Asian manufacturer...however at that ... | |