How can I tell how old my piano is?

In most pianos, the brand name and serial number can be found inside the instrument near the soundboard or strings. Upright pianos usually have the brand name and serial number located inside the piano, on the back near the top of the strings.

Are antique grand pianos worth anything?

Like antique books, antique pianos are not worth a lot of money just because they are old. In actuality these old instruments may be worth very little at all. Most antique, upright pianos are worth $500 or less in very good condition.

What is the most expensive concert grand piano?

Steinway Alma Tadema
The world’s most expensive grand piano sold at auction is a specially designed D-274 named Steinway Alma Tadema; it sold for $1.2 million in 1997 at Christie’s in London, breaking Steinway’s own 1997 price record of $390,000. The D-274 was built in 1883–87 and designed by Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema.

How much does a concert grand piano cost?

Concert grand – With a typical length of 7 to 10 feet (2.1 – 3 m), this piano is the largest and most expensive. In most cases, the new model’s price ranges from $130,000 to $200,000, depending on the brand.

Can a piano be tuned after 20 years?

Yes, if it’s in good condition. It might need tuning again soon afterwards, because after 20 years the tuner will need to make larger changes to the pitch of the strings.

Which pianos hold their value?

Which Pianos Hold Value The Most Or Appreciate? Grand pianos typically hold value the most. This is mainly because they are so expensive that they are considered a valuable asset. Steinway pianos are generally the most expensive and they tend to hold their value the most.

Are old pianos worth buying?

Are old pianos better than new ones? The answer is: it depends. Old pianos can continue to sound wonderful for many years with regular maintenance and care, but even pianos that have deteriorated can often be restored to their former glory, and in many cases made to sound even better than when they were new.

How do I know if my piano is worth anything?

Appraisers of used pianos and other consumer goods typically use three different methods to determine fair market value: comparable sales, depreciation, and idealized value minus the cost of restoration.

Why is Steinway so expensive?

The various models of Steinway pianos vary in cost largely due to increases in overall size. A larger model requires more wood materials and action parts, along with the additional labor and craftsmanship needed to build a larger piano. Larger models also have added value for their richer tone and dramatic appearance.

What is the best sounding grand piano?

Best Piano Brands in the World

Bechstein.
Blüthner.
Bösendorfer.
FAZIOLI.
Grotrian-Steinweg.
Sauter.
Steingraeber & Söhne.
Steinway & Sons.

Are Steinway pianos worth the money?

Originally Answered: Are Steinway pianos a good investment? No. Although Steinways hold their value better than most other pianos, very few of them appreciate in value. Those that do are the ones with fancy cases (“artcase models”) or become associated with some famous person (i.e JOhn Lennon’s piano).

What happens if you don’t tune a piano for 10 years?

If a piano has gone five or ten years without being tuned, then tuning it once won’t be enough. Pianos get set in their ways as they age. A piano that hasn’t been tuned in a long time will go out of tune again very quickly.