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How do piano serial numbers work?
Piano serial numbers identify the (1) age of your piano, the (2) piano’s year of manufacture, as well as (3) the circumstances surrounding the production of your piano, including factory history, manufacturing processes, and company ownership and oversight.
What is the average price of a baby grand piano?
Entry level baby grand pianos typically cost between $10,000 – $20,000. Although adequate, there’s a limit to the nuances than can be expected from such a piano musically.
What is the difference between a grand and a baby grand piano?
The primary difference between a grand piano and a baby grand piano is their length. However, the size of a grand piano can also impact its overall sound. Although the best baby grand pianos will sound very similar to a good grand piano, smaller grand pianos tend to produce less volume and have sharper overtones.
How much is a good grand piano?
An upright piano costs between $3000 – $6500 on average. High-end upright pianos average around $10,000 – $25,000. Entry level grand pianos costs between $7000 – 30,000. High-end grand pianos such as Steinway, Bosendorfer, and Yamaha can cost between $65,000 – $190,000.
Where can I find the serial number on my baby grand piano?
Here are the TOP FIVE places to locate the serial number of your BABY GRAND or GRAND piano: Note: You may have to remove the (1) music desk first and then (2) gently clean out any dust from your piano’s plate [using a soft dry cloth + vacuum hose] before these numbers can be found. The Capo d’astro bar.
When did cable and sons stop making pianos?
In 1927, The Lester Piano Company bought controlling interest in the United Piano Corporation, which included the Cable & Sons name. Lester continued to build pianos under the Cable & Sons name until about 1936. Can you find your instrument listed in these antique catalogs?
How is the age of a piano determined?
The age of your piano is determined by the Serial Number. Pianos also have numbers other than serial numbers, such is the case with part or patent numbers. Some pianos do not have serial numbers when they are manufactured as “House Brands” for large retailers.
Who was the founder of cable and Sons?
The firm of Cable & Sons (not to be confused with The Cable Piano Company of Chicago) was originally founded in 1852 by Robert Cable. Cable is first listed at 550 West 38th Street, Albany, New York. Robert Cable was a master cabinet maker, and his specialty was building piano cases for manufacturers in the industry.