Journal

Shop Talk

Observations from our staff on the craft of piano restoration and placement.

Steinway Model M vs O vs A vs B

Steinway's Model M, O, A, and B grands run from 5'7" to 6'11". Here's how they differ in size, sound, room fit, and price, with pre-owned examples of each.

How Much Is a Pre-Owned Steinway Worth?

What is a Pre-Owned Steinway worth in 2026? Real prices by model, age and restoration level, from a Steinway rebuilder that ships nationwide.

Steinway Model B Price

Steinway Model B price, new vs. pre-owned: a new B costs close to $150,000, while pre-owned and restored Bs can cost far less. Here is what drives the gap.

On the soul of a rebuilt Steinway

Restoration is not archaeology. It is a conversation with the maker, carried out in wood, felt, and time. When a Steinway arrives at the studio, we listen first.

Is a Fine Piano Only a Matter of Taste?

Taste matters once a piano is even, stable, and articulate. Below that line, “fine” is craft — not preference. Here is how we draw the line.

White-glove delivery, from studio to home

One of the most often overlooked aspects of selecting an instrument is the moment when the customer finally receives their dream piano.

The Steinway difference

Steinway occupies a peculiar place in the musical imagination. For many listeners, the name is nearly synonymous with the concert grand itself.

Is there a right way to rebuild a piano?

People often ask whether there is a single correct method for rebuilding a fine piano. The short answer is no — and yes.

Why we listen before we rebuild

It can look inefficient: a piano arrives for restoration, and instead of immediately dismantling it, we play.

Choosing a grand for the room you have

A common mistake in choosing a grand piano is falling in love with an instrument in a showroom and discovering, months later, that the home cannot hold what the ear loved there.

What Fully Restored Should Mean When You Buy

Fully restored should mean structure, action, tone, and documentation — not a fresh finish alone. Here is what the phrase ought to require.