Mason & Hamlin's New Virtuoso X (VX) Series: American Innovation
Anyone shopping a high-end, new, or rebuilt American piano needs to experience the modern Mason & Hamlin.
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Feb 38 min read
Alternatively-Sized Keyboards: A University Experience
Alternatively-sized keyboards are a revolutionary tool for helping musicians with small hands express their full musical potential.
Aug 23, 20225 min read
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.
Apr 14, 20227 min read
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 14, 202010 min read
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, 20206 min read
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, 20203 min read
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 14, 201912 min read
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 14, 20184 min read
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, 20176 min read
Fazioli
It’s not surprising that so many performers and teachers have found their voices through these remarkable instruments.
May 24, 20176 min read
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 25, 20167 min read
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, 20166 min read
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, 20155 min read
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, 20157 min read
Grotrian Pianos
Those looking for a handcrafted piano would be wise to give a Grotrian serious and deliberate consideration.
Apr 14, 20154 min read
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, 20145 min read
Yamaha CX: Evolutionary or Revolutionary?
How have their tone, touch, and/or appearance changed? Can the changes be described as evolutionary or revolutionary?
Apr 14, 20144 min read
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 14, 20145 min read
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 14, 20134 min read
Schimmel’s Updated Konzert Series Grand Pianos
German piano maker Schimmel has recently revised the specifications, brands, and sizes of instruments they offer.
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