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.

A new Model B is $146,900, the Steinway & Sons list price (as of October 2026). A pre-owned B can cost a fraction of that, but the range is wide, because no two pre-owned Bs have lived the same life. Our own restored 1985 Steinway Model B, fully rebuilt, is $69,900. Below is what sits between those two numbers, and how to tell whether a particular B is priced fairly.

Steinway Model B at a Glance

Steinway calls the Model B its "Classic Grand." According to Steinway's published specifications, it is:

• Length: 6' 11" (211 cm)
• Width: 58" (148 cm)
• Net weight: about 802 lb (364 kg)

Steinway says the B is "often referred to by pianists as 'the perfect piano,'" and describes it as an instrument that does well in refined homes, teaching studios, and mid-sized venues. It suits a serious pianist with a large living room, a teacher who wants a studio instrument with real depth in the bass, or a church, school, or small hall that needs more than a parlor grand but doesn't have the room or budget for a concert grand.

New Steinway Model B Price

The $146,900 list price isn't tied to a stated finish, so don't read it as the price of any particular finish. Steinway's own pricing page says prices vary with the model, the finish, cartage (shipping), and exchange rates for buyers outside the U.S., among other factors.

For a pre-owned buyer, the new price is mainly a benchmark: what a B with no history costs, and the yardstick for judging any savings.

Pre-Owned Steinway Model B Prices

Pre-owned Bs fall into roughly three groups, each priced for different reasons.

Modern pre-owned Bs

These are pianos from roughly the 2000s to the present, usually still in original condition. Their prices follow age, hours of use, and condition. A lightly played B from a home is a different proposition from one that has spent years in a busy teaching studio, even if both were built the same year. Because these pianos usually haven't been rebuilt, their value rests on the condition of the factory parts, so an independent technician's inspection matters more than any price chart.

We don't quote a general price range for modern pre-owned Bs here, because asking prices vary so widely and change so quickly. For a broader look at how Steinway models and eras compare, see our pre-owned Steinway price guide, which sets real asking prices alongside the new prices shown on our listings.

Rebuilt and restored vintage Bs

A vintage B that has been properly rebuilt can be a superb instrument. "Rebuilt," though, covers a lot of ground. A full rebuild usually means taking the piano down to its structure and renewing the parts that wear out: the strings, the pinblock, often the bridges, and in many cases the soundboard. The action is then rebuilt or refurbished, regulated, and voiced. A lighter job might cover only some of that list.

That's why rebuilt Bs vary so much in price. Two pianos described as "restored" can differ by tens of thousands of dollars in the work actually done. We've written about what "fully restored" should mean. When you're comparing rebuilt Bs, an itemized work list is the most important document you can ask for.

Spirio Bs

Steinway offers the Model B as a Steinway Spirio, its high-resolution player piano. A pre-owned Spirio B is priced on its own terms, since you're paying for the player system as well as the piano. If you're looking at one, ask how old the system is, what's included with it, and what support comes with the sale.

What Makes One Model B Cost More Than Another

Put two pre-owned Bs side by side and the price difference usually comes down to these factors:

• Era. When a piano was built shapes what it has been through and what it may need. Still, a well-rebuilt older B can be worth more than a neglected younger one.
• Rebuild scope. A complete rebuild costs far more to do than a partial one, and it should show in both the price and the playing.
• Parts provenance. Ask which parts are genuine Steinway and which are aftermarket, and why each was chosen. A good restorer will tell you plainly.
• Soundboard: original or new. Either can be right. An original board in good health, or a new board that's well made and well fitted, can both sound beautiful. What matters is its condition and the quality of the work.
• Action. The action is the mechanism that connects your fingers to the strings. A worn or poorly regulated action limits what you can do at the keyboard, no matter how good the piano sounds.
• Finish. Ebony is the most common finish and the easiest to compare. Veneers and special finishes are priced on their own.
• Documentation. A serial number, a written work list, and a parts list all protect your investment.
• Warranty. A written warranty from the seller is worth real money.

How the rebuild is planned matters as much as the parts list. We play the piano first, so the work answers what the instrument needs instead of following a checklist; read more about why we listen before we rebuild.

Case Study: Our Restored 1985 Steinway Model B

Our restored 1985 Steinway Model B is 6'11" with a satin ebony finish. Our price is $69,900, and the listing shows a manufacturer's new price of $146,900. That's $77,000, or about 52%, less than new.

Here's what the rebuild included, according to the listing:

• Strings: all-new strings, with Mapes bass strings.
• Structure: a new Bolduc pinblock, a new Bolduc bridge cap, and diamond tuning pins.
• Plate and hardware: the plate was regilded, and the piano has new agraffes.
• Action and touch: new damper felts, the touch weight was corrected, and the action is paired with spruce keys.
• What was kept: the original hammers were preserved.

A few of those terms, in plain English:

• Pinblock: the laminated hardwood block that holds the tuning pins. If the pinblock can't grip its pins, the piano won't hold a tuning. Replacing it is major structural work.
• Bridge cap: the top layer of the bridge, the wooden rail that carries the strings' vibration into the soundboard. A fresh cap gives the strings a clean, solid bearing point.
• Agraffes: small brass guides, threaded into the plate, that position the strings at the speaking end.
• Damper felts: the felts that stop each string's sound when you release a key.
• Touch weight: how much force it takes to press a key down and how quickly the key returns. Correcting it makes the keyboard feel even and responsive from top to bottom.

What was kept is the real teaching point. A good rebuild replaces what's worn and keeps original parts that still perform. That balance is a big part of why a carefully rebuilt B can still feel like itself. There's more on that idea in On the soul of a rebuilt Steinway.

Model B vs. Model A and Model L: Is the B Worth the Extra Size?

The B is 6'11". Our restored 1894 Steinway Model A is 6'2" and priced at $67,900. Our restored 1981 Steinway Model L is 5'10.5" and priced at $58,900. Longer grands generally offer more bass foundation and tonal color, but they also ask more of a room.

If you have the space and play repertoire that needs a big, deep bass, the B is often worth the extra length. If your room is moderate in size, a shorter grand may be the better musical match, and the better value.

Buying a Model B From Out of State

A B is a large instrument, so start with the room. Measure for the piano, the bench, lid clearance, and space to move around it. Our post on choosing a grand for the room you have walks through what to think about.

Once you've found the right piano, distance is less of an obstacle than most buyers expect:

• Nationwide shipping. We ship anywhere in the United States.
• White-glove delivery. Your piano is moved, placed, and settled by people who know fine instruments; read more about our white-glove delivery.
• A 5-year warranty. Every piano we sell carries a 5-year warranty covering manufacturer-level repairs.
• Live, interactive video walkthrough. If you can't visit in person, a live, interactive video walkthrough is available on request, where you can hear the piano and ask questions directly to the restoration staff.
• Full appraisals. If you already own a Steinway, or want an expert opinion on a specific piano's value, Riverton offers full piano appraisals.

FAQ

How much does a Steinway Model B cost new?

$146,900, the Steinway & Sons list price (as of October 2026). Actual prices vary with finish, shipping, and other factors.

How much is a pre-owned Steinway Model B worth?

It depends on its age, condition, and above all the scope and quality of any rebuild. To know what a specific B is worth, you need a professional appraisal.

Why is the Steinway Model B called "the perfect piano"?

That's how Steinway says pianists often describe it. Steinway itself calls it a wonderfully balanced, versatile instrument.

How big is a Steinway Model B, and will it fit my room?

The B is 6' 11" (211 cm) long and 58" (148 cm) wide. The right fit also depends on your ceiling height and how lively the room sounds.

Is a rebuilt vintage Model B as good as a new one?

It can be. It depends entirely on the work done and who did it, so ask for the itemized work list.

What's the difference between a Steinway B and a Steinway A?

The main difference is size. The B is 6'11", and our Model A is 6'2". The longer B offers more bass foundation; the A suits more rooms.

Can you ship a Steinway Model B across the country?

Yes. We ship nationwide with white-glove delivery.

See the Model B in Person or by Video

Take a closer look at our restored 1985 Steinway Model B, browse our Steinway inventory, or contact us to ask about a piano, set up a showing, request a live, interactive video walkthrough, or arrange a full appraisal.