On our completely remanufactured pianos, we include a 10 year warranty which in the case of steinway is 5 years longer than brand new. The best book of this sort, a practical, downtoearth price guide, workable, easy to follow guidelines. Today, the blue book of pianos is available online. Our piano price guide will help you compare prices across brands so you can compare. Stop by our southeast portland store or shop online. If you ever watch the tv show house, in early seasons, dr. Musical instruments pre1930 antique upright piano vatican.
Selling your own piano, buying or selling a used piano designed for everyones use, piano information and appraisals. Values are certified through research in directories of the music industry such as, the presto piano buyers guide, the pierce musical instrument atlas, the bluebook of pianos, encyclopedia of musical instruments. It is piano information on demand, without advertising, fair, fast and convenient. Age, history and value of your piano, fast and easy online appraisal. 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. Laul introduced so many improvements to the piano that it became practically a different, much higherlevel instrument. Last i heard, they have about 100 workers making roughly 500 pianos a year. The blue book of pianos is a source of information on both new and used pianos. Estonia pianos are more expensive than the other models you mentioned primarily because their materials and manufacturing methods are consistent with the top level of piano manufacturing. Built in limited numbers in the musically vibrant city of tallinn, the capital of estonia, the estonia piano enjoys a following of enthusiasts the world over, unlike any piano. Most importantly is that the bass notes never overpower the higher notes, allowing the pianist to play as expressive as they want with their left hand.
In 2010, estonia began investing in designing new models, and the. Our model 168 56 is perfect for living and music rooms, apartments and studios. Piano information and appraisal, piano information and. Ambassador kitaoka visited estonia piano factory embassy of. Since the estonian independence in 1991 and the company. The estonia piano factory has been located for over 120 years in the capital of estonia tallinn. No company can pay to be rated in the e book of pianos. For this very reason, we can help you determine the accurate. Apr 18, 2015 situated across the water from both finland and sweden, estonia has been actively making pianos since 1893. Built in limited numbers in the musically rich city of tallinn, the capital of estonia, the estonia piano enjoys a following of enthusiasts the world over unlike any. A percentage of the price of a new piano of the same make and model, or one of similar quality and description.
Estonia is arguably the hottest european piano on the planet. Estonia pianos are being praised by musicians worldwide as having a sound quality and action response competitive with any of the finest european makers, yet estonia pianos are currently a fraction the cost of hamburg steinways, bosendorfers, bechsteins, bluthners and faziolis. The estonia pianos have the renner actions, chosen for their highest quality and performance by professional pianists. Piano buyers guide hollywood piano a guide to the new piano. The new piano database is a searchable listing of virtually every brand, model, style, and finish of new piano or digital piano distributed nationwide in the united states more than 3,000. The meteoric comeback of estonias handcrafted concert pianos has come to symbolize the. Under the exurss communist regime, the factory made many instruments for the internal market only. The estonia model 168 56 is perfect piano for living and music rooms, apartments and studios. Estonia pianos are being praised by musicians worldwide as having a sound quality and action response competitive with any of the finest european makers, yet estonia pianos are currently a fraction the cost of hamburg steinways, bosendorfers. Built in limited numbers in the musically vibrant city of tallinn, the capital of estonia, the estonia piano enjoys a following of enthusiasts the world over, unlike. It has been hailed by industry experts as one of the top choices of the studiosize grand piano on the market today. The beautiful blue sky shines through the glossy polish of an estonia concert grand piano.
Ultimate guide 2021 need information on how to value a piano. The estonia piano factory handcrafts grand and concert pianos in tallinn, estonia. Estonia pianos used and new baby grand estonia pianos in. You can go to the manufacturers site or you can also go to the blue book of pianos. Our pianos are the result of an ideal to craft inspirational instruments by hand using only the best materials. We have large collection of estonia pianos including estonia model 168, 190, 210, 225, and 274. Similarly, tovarna is the result of the consolidation of piano producers by the government of czechoslovakia in. On 29 th november, ambassador kitaoka visited estonia piano factory located in the outskirts of tallinn, the capital city. The company is reported to be the largest producer of grand pianos in scandinavia and eastern europe. If youre looking for a used piano, it has listings of the serial numbers of virtually every piano manufactured by age, so you can determine when a piano was manufactured.
This means each bridge is positioned, measured, and the pins are also added in individually. When the first estonia pianos made their way to vancouver in the mid90s, i was immediately struck by the unique quality of tone on the pianos that i tried. Piano blue book piano prices manufacturers suggested list. Estonia grand and concert pianos are the result of an ideal to craft inspirational instruments by hand using only the best materials, parts. After the turnofthecentury the firm added baby grand pianos and player pianos to their product line. Piano store schimmel pianos portland piano store piano. Mar 21, 2010 piano retailing is generally organized by territory. The e book of pianos is an invaluable handbook for anyone who owns or plans to buy a piano. Piano information and prices, we provide new and used piano prices, age of your piano, piano appraisal service discover the value of your piano used piano prices, fast online piano appraisal within hours. Discover your piano s age and country of origin with our 5 star accuracy guide to ensure the quality and reliability of each result. Many sites out there just arbitrarely make up the manufacturers pricing, at the bluebook of pianos we verify piano pricing through the manufacturer and request quaterly updates and will update our prices upon notification of. Estonia pianos archives michelles piano in portland or.
In addition, all piano models have the selected, premium renner blue hammers for ideal tone and longevity. Ernst hiisihse handmade a piano that became the prototype for manufacturing. From sandcast iron plates sourced from finland, to rims made of north european birch, soundboards crafted from swiss and italian alps, and 20layer beech pinblocks imported from germany, the estonia piano is a stunning pinnacle of the best european traditions and craftsmanship. In quality and reputation, estonia pianos are giving steinway. The schomacker piano company was one of philadelphias earlier and more successful piano manufacturers. Haines piano company built a full line of upright pianos, baby grand pianos and player pianos, and their instruments were known for being of very good quality, and the firm was very successful. So you can trust what you are reading about pianos. Tallinn was formed when the government of estonia consolidated the country s production of pianos into a single factory in 1950. The highest quality hammers, renner blue, made by the renner. These pianos are also advertised on the web by technicians, private parties, music stores teachers, and on auctions or liquidations. See prices, specifications, exclusive pictures and factory tours. Bluthner pianos have almost a sparkling tone in all ranges of the instrument.
Yesterday was estonian restoration of independence day taasiseseisvumispaev, which celebrates when the republic of estonia was officially restored following the collapse of the soviet union. Free piano prices guide new or used fair market value. At this time the factory couldnt use the best materials to make a high quality piano. The estonia 168 is considered by many to be the best choice in its size as a performance level instrument. An article in sundays columbus dispatch looks at the story of these talinnmade instruments, sold for a fraction of the price of their steinway competitors.
The estonia 168 is considered by many to be the best choice in its size as a performance level. Piano buyers guide hollywood piano a guide to the new. Piano values will vary with age, type of wood, style and condition. Estonia pianos online store buy estonia grand piano. Steinway had its peak in the 1920s, evidenced by the fact that we are all searching the country for older models to restore. It has columns on the upper and lower sections with corinthian capitals on. 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 people. The only book of its kind available, it gives complete, practical guidelines for purchasing and caring for a piano. Having learned the trade in vienna, john henry schomacker originally johann heinrich schumacher opened his first shop in lahr, bavaria, in 1830. Since there is no used piano price directory or blue book as there is for other. Welcome to the wonderful world of estonia pianos the golden child of the piano industry.
The larry fine piano book, considered the bible of piano buyers, ranks estonia pianos between 7th and 18th among the worlds top 80 brands. Although weve only met twice in person, he is a pleasure to converse with and if you could only sit where i sit, youd find that his passion. When i reported on estonia pianos for the fourth edition of the piano book 2001, it was a good piano with much potential. Piano making in estonia stretches back 200 years, but the company itself was founded in 1893 by ernst hiis, an estonian master craftsman trained at steinwayhamburg. House plays on an older knabe piano, but with the success of the show, yamaha saw an opportunity to fit in a product endorsement and put a huge logo on all sides of the now new piano. They are individually crafted, each made into a work of art. Equatorial guinea, eritrea, estonia, ethiopia, falkland islands, faroe islands, fiji. In the first place, the makers are piano men of long standing. The system or chain of scientific improvements of the baldwin piano based on the law of acoustics, and known as the baldwin acoustic system, which permitted the greatest.
Lauls involvement in the company, and especially after becoming majority owner in 2001, the company invested greatly and gradually in refining estonia pianos using a combination of advanced technology and old world craftsmanship. Experience the richest history of estonia piano classic. Best way to sell a piano buying a used piano bluebook. Get to know estonia pianos estonia pianos are handcrafted instruments using materials from the best european sources. So itas normal to expect only one dealership per city for a given brand. E book of pianos fair market value current resale price. In the country of estonia, the estonia piano company has its roots in the late 1800s when mr. Jul, 2008 last year the estonia piano factory exported 300 pianos, both grands and baby grands, with 90 percent headed to the united states. Classic pianos is the largest piano store in portland.
Each piano is manufactured with a unique serial number that is recorded for future reference of not only when it was made but also where. This guide contains price information of new piano that is distributed in the united states of america. Many sites out there just arbitrarely make up the manufacturers pricing, at the bluebook of pianos we verify piano pricing through the manufacturer and request quaterly updates and will update our prices upon notification of the manufacturer. The estonia piano factory has been located for over 120 years in the capital of. The bluebook of pianos is an invaluable handbook for anyone who owns or plans to buy a piano. Jul 11, 2018 in december, i went to the classic piano store in denver and played about 10 more pianos and then the salesman showed me a corner of estonia pianos. This section lists the average resale prices for used pianos. One of the pianos was twotone meaning it was black ebony and african wood and it was absolutely stunning. Estonia pianos online store buy estonia grand piano new. The estonia grand pianos are handcrafted in tallinn, the capital of estonia, since 1893. Piano name brand guide the free online piano price book.
Estonia s smallest model is perfect for apartments and studios but also living and music rooms. And they make only one brand all their pianos are branded estonia. I literally stopped in my tracks because i had never seen a piano that beautiful. Piano manufacturers often place their best years in the pastthe golden years.
See our custom piano technician map to find a tuner. The highest quality hammers, renner blue, made by the r. One of the best examples of extra value in european pianos is the estonia, which is made in the tiny. They are built with the highest quality german materials. Visit allegro pianos to hear, feel and play estonia pianos. Estonia piano pricing guide suggested list prices blue book of. The estonia piano story just might be the most romantic and dramatic in the piano industry. The ages and historical records of pianos sold in america. Click here to find new piano prices our piano price guide will help you compare prices across brands so you can compare. The age of all used pianos can be researched through their serial number. The value of a specific piano model may be determined on the basis of the price shown.
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