If the time spent in the aging of the wood and plate were included, however, the time to make a bosendorfer grand is about 5 years. And it sounds as great as it feels, with meticulously sampled yamaha cfx and bosendorfer imperial concert grand pianos onboard. That is why piano buyers from all over the country choose us. Each piano is carefully handcrafted as a unique instrument.
Bosendorfer 290 imperial new bosendorfer 290 imperial 98,900. With a classleading grand feel woodenkey keyboard action, a masterful midi controller and a stunning selection of acoustic grand piano sounds, the kawai mp11se is the stage piano for musicians who will not accept compromise. The piano with the most keys bosendorfer imperial concert grand. We have a huge selection of used and secondhand pianos for sale. Pianos from this austrian factory always were exclusive, and this fact stays unchanged. A bosendorfer piano is about 62 weeks in production.
Yamahas csp170 makes learning piano easy with led lights and one clever app. Among the names of grand, grand pianos is that of bosendorfer. Anyone have vienna symphonic library bosendorfer imperial. Anyone have vienna symphonic library bosendorfer imperial i have heard great things about it many people say that it is much more dynamic and powerful than ravenscroft 275 and it has almost 7 times more velocity levels. This has a lot to do with the condition of the piano, whether its a state of the art design, or even if it has steinways spirio. The bosendorfer model 290 imperial, or imperial bosendorfer also colloquially known as the 290 is the largest model and flagship piano manufactured by bosendorfer, at around 290 cm 9 ft 6 in long, 176 cm 5 ft 9 in wide, and weighing 552 kg 1,217 lb.
This mp series professional stage pianos are acknowledged worldwide for their outstanding tone and performance. Each piano is lovingly handcrafted, bold in design and of course, pure bosendorfer in power and musical virtuosity. He also performed at bosendorfers 175th anniversary concert. The piano buyer article has since been revised to include these comments. New bosendorfer 290 imperial concert grand piano coach house. A 1974, bosendorfer model 290 imperial grand piano for. Now you have access to the complete piano pricing that before was only available to piano dealers. After an illustrated discussion of piano structure that explains the workings of both grand and upright pianos, the book gives careful advice for purchasing a new or used piano. This is a list current used piano prices of these models made after 1985.
Can you hear the difference between a steinway, yamaha and. Along with a wide selection of certified preowned steinway, yamaha, and kawai pianos. Theres a solid selection of builtin pieces including practice items from common lesson books. Ludwig bosendorfer of vienna built concert grands 10 feet in length containing 8 octaves. Samick pianos are a popular choice for students, home enthusiasts and professional musicians alike. Specialist steinway piano dealer, trader and wholesaler. Kimball and company, to the present mega company, kimball international, the brand name kimball has certainly gone through some interesting events over the decades. The boesendorfer sound carol rosenberger boesendorfer. They are available in 8 sizes from the mighty imperial at 290cm to 155cm. Ludwig bosendorfers imperial still to this day represents the precious heritage of the bosendorfer piano manufactory. Grand piano 185vc bosendorfer grands and uprights pianos. In each case we show the lowest price at retail for each size. The bosendorfer model 290 imperial, or imperial bosendorfer is the largest model and flagship piano manufactured by bosendorfer, at around 290 cm 9 ft 6 in. Bosendorfer imperial concert grand piano model 290 28300.
This is one of bosendorfer s most recognized models. The purpose of this article is to comment on and clarify the information in piano buyer on determining the value of a used piano. Ludwig bosendorfers imperial still to this day represents the precious heritage. This collection features especially telling and beautifully recorded examples of the boesendorfer model 290 imperial grand piano s uniquely pure and resonant sound, as selected from the more than 30 recordings that distinguished delos recording artist carol rosenberger has made on her personal instrument since 1979. Many of the limited edition acoustic piano models have completely sold out. Cover art of the souvenir book from a victor borge show 61,237 bytes. Several people have asked who the italian composer was who asked that this piano.
Used bosendorfer imperial concert grand piano for sale. Especially piano manufacturers like bosendorfer and stuart and sons who make pianos as large as 103. We have compiled all the pricing in the entire piano industry into one simple webpage. Bosendorfer 290 imperial concert grand piano piano for sale. Bosendorfer imperial grand piano the worlds most expensive. James talks about the extra notes, and why bosendorfer started making the imperial over 100 years ago. We offer new fazioli, sauter, petrof, hailun and casio pianos. Browse our available selection, or use our filters to refine your search by size, price, location, distance from you, or color.
The imperial concert grand piano from bosendorfer is a rare instrument that has 9 extra keys for a total of 97. Its powerful enough to play in a concert hall, but small enough to play in your home. Our available samick pianos include a range of types, costs and conditions. The limited edition bosendorfer designer model grand pianos are rare and magnificent collectors items. What makes a bosendorfer a bosendorfer piano experts. There are some fabulous upright pianos out there, made for people who want great pianos but for whatever reason dont have the room for a grand. The imperial concert grand piano is one of the most highly regarded pianos in the world. Book now northwest pianos we have the largest selection of pianos in the greater seattle area. I have played a bosendorfer upright, and it was wonderful. Featuring extra bass keys that expand the instruments range, this model is ideal for those seeking expansive soundscapes. These are some of the commonly seen new and preowned models you may find for sale. If you are buying or selling an upright or grand piano, discover the prices of new pianos or current resale market value of used pianos, any brand, right now.
It was some years ago now, but i can say personally that bosendorfer uprights are terrific. Bosendorfer is one of the leading piano brands in the industry that exists for 186 years. And many are convinced that it is the best upright piano in the world. Samick pianos for sale buy a samick piano at pianomart. Bosendorfer imperial why the extra notes, and what do. Since there is no used piano price directory or blue book as there is for other merchandise, like cars for example, piano pricing can be very confusing for most. Rare vintage style knauer pianos has been offering fine pianos to professionals and beginners for over 30 years. Brand new bosendorfer 290 imperial concert grand piano for sale at best price. Bluthner coauthored a book in german on the care and construction of the piano, materials, tools, and machinery for making the piano. Several people have asked who the italian composer was who asked that this piano be built. Bosendorfer grand piano restored ebony polish with wood inlay. Choose from 15 bosendorfer 290 imperial ads available for sale.
Pianos loewen piano house greater vancouvers premier. Bosendorfer piano pricing guide suggested list prices. This gives musicians of all skill levels more freedom to create beautiful music and unmatched artistry all their own. Synchron stage vienna invited stefan mendl, highly acclaimed pianist and founding member of the vienna piano trio, to play and explore three of the most famous concert grands on stage a. Based on experience the company introduced new production methods, but to only improve quality. Can you hear the difference between a steinway, yamaha and bosendorfer. Our concert grand 290 imperial and the grand piano 225 come with additional bass notes model 225 has in total 92 notes and our 290 has 97 8 full octaves rather than the standard 88 tones. Bosendorfer concert grand pianos have a long history going back to the salons of imperial vienna, and their expertly built pianos can still be found in homes and concert halls alike. The opus number on a bosendorfer piano is the actual sequenced number of the piano going back to 1828. The bluebook of pianos the guide to new piano prices.
The new bosendorfer disklavier edition high definition player piano. Originally built following a suggestion by composer ferruccio busoni, the imperial has 97 keys, i. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality pianos at the most affordable prices. This section lists the average resale prices for used pianos. Not only busoni starts to appreciate the exceptional qualities of the later coined imperial concert grand. Just sit back and experience the sounds of great musicians. A 1974, bosendorfer model 290 imperial grand piano for sale with a black case and dual casters. Any such price list would only cause confusion in the marketplace. Bosendorfer is one of the oldest piano companies in the world, and also one of the most exclusive, making only a few hundred instruments each year. This piano was owned by a formidable pianist, harriette thompson who taught piano at boston university and performed at carnegie hall on several occasions. How to determine the value of a used piano pianobuyer.
Bosendorfer model 225 92note grand in showroom condition. Bartok, debussy and ravel compose further works to. Used and new bosendorfer 290 imperial list of vertical pianos and grand pianos. Cost of a steinway piano price chart and buyers guide. Since there is no used piano price directory or blue book as there is for other merchandise, like cars for example. Peterson not only treasured his own personally selected bosendorfer piano model 290 imperial. Bosendorfer piano prices and value upright, grand new. Synchron stage vienna invited stefan mendl, highly acclaimed pianist and founding member of the vienna piano trio, to play and explore three of. Bluebook of pianos piano information and appraisal. In some situations, smaller pianos may actually fetch a bigger price than the bigger ones.
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