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The Pianos in the Neighborhood
The Big Old Uprights Domestic Pianos since 1960
The Asian Pianos New Pianos The Bottom Line
The Big Old Uprights
Easily found at a low price these days, most of the large upright pianos were manufactured prior to 1930. Many of them were built to very high standards, and their large  soundboards and long bass strings made possible a richness of tone that is hard to match with a smaller instrument. A few of these instruments have weathered the passage of time remarkably well, but many are showing their age. Hammers are usually quite deeply grooved, resulting in a somewhat brash tone, and reduced capacity for beautiful soft playing. Hammer replacement is often the best option. Loose tuning pins, dull bass strings and deteriorating bridges are also frequently seen. Properly restored, these can be wonderful instruments, but the cost of doing so often makes some of the other options more attractive. From 1930 through to about 1960, the trend was toward smaller pianos. These too are showing a lot of wear and tear.
Domestic Pianos since 1960
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