The Pearl River P9 and the Kayserburg GH160C: A Comparison
The Pearl River P9 and Kayserburg GH160C represent Pearl River's second least expensive and second most expensive 5' 3" pianos.
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- Apr 15, 2022
- 7 min
Hailun Model HU1P Upright with DS6.0 Keyboard: Three Short Reviews
Hailun’s model HU1P upright piano now offers a choice of ergonomic keyboard sizes at affordable prices.
- Oct 15, 2020
- 10 min
W. Hoffmann Pianos: Enticing Alternatives in the Mid-Level Market
With W. Hoffmann, the German piano maker C. Bechstein enters the mid-level market, which has been dominated by Asian manufacturers.
- May 24, 2020
- 6 min
Two Schimmel Reviews: Wilhelm Schimmel W180 Grand and Schimmel C121 Upright
Many musicians will love the piano’s tone, which bears a strong resemblance to that of models in Schimmel’s flagship Konzert series.
- May 24, 2020
- 3 min
Seiler SE-278 Concert Grand
SE-278's extraordinary tonal palette would be exquisite in chamber music and song recitals, and would make an excellent piano for recording.
- Oct 15, 2019
- 12 min
Ant. Petrof: A Professional Pianist's Perspective
The needs of professional pianists are what drive the makers of fine pianos to innovate and to create instruments with unique voices.
- Apr 15, 2018
- 4 min
The Vertical Piano Is Not Dead
As this premium technology trickles down to mid-level models at affordable prices, more customers can take advantage of a unique option.
- Sep 13, 2017
- 6 min
Fazioli
It’s not surprising that so many performers and teachers have found their voices through these remarkable instruments.
- May 24, 2017
- 6 min
Steingraeber & Sohne: The Quiet Innovations of an Iconic Piano Maker
It’s refreshing to see that the spirit of innovation is still alive and well within the piano industry.
- May 26, 2016
- 7 min
August Förster
The Försters have their own voice - something I find especially pleasing in a concert world dominated by so few piano makers.
- May 24, 2016
- 6 min
Three Kingsburg Piano Models
A primary focus for me is to find pianos that are suitable for students looking to upgrade from entry-level uprights.
- Sep 13, 2015
- 5 min
Perzina Pianos
As a pianist who performs both classical and jazz repertoire, I look for pianos with a wide tonal palette to meet the different demands.
- May 24, 2015
- 7 min
Grotrian Pianos
Those looking for a handcrafted piano would be wise to give a Grotrian serious and deliberate consideration.
- Apr 15, 2015
- 4 min
Petrof Grands
We asked guest reviewer Dr. Benjamin Boren to take a look at the three smaller Petrof models: Bora, Breeze, and Storm.
- May 25, 2014
- 5 min
Yamaha CX: Evolutionary or Revolutionary?
How have their tone, touch, and/or appearance changed? Can the changes be described as evolutionary or revolutionary?
- Apr 15, 2014
- 4 min
Kawai GX: Evolutionary or Revolutionary?
With the new GX-BLAK series, Kawai has subtly upgraded one of the most popular series of mid-level grand pianos.
- Apr 15, 2014
- 5 min
Four Baldwin Models
The sample I played was as beautiful to look at as it was to play. It would be an excellent choice for use in a full-length recital.
- Oct 15, 2013
- 4 min
Schimmel’s Updated Konzert Series Grand Pianos
German piano maker Schimmel has recently revised the specifications, brands, and sizes of instruments they offer.
- Jun 15, 2012
- 5 min
Seiler Model 186
For this review, I spent time with three models of Seiler grand piano from their 186 line: The SE186, ES186, and ED186.
- Apr 13, 2011
- 10 min
The Best Chinese Professional Grands
We asked concert pianist Judith Cohen to try out five of the highest-rated Chinese grands between 6′ and 6′ 6″ long.
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