>I have a customer with one of these type pianos. He would like to sell it. >It does mot have any manufacturer markings that I know of. Can anyone >recommend a book that I could find out more info on this instrument? >Thanks... >Barry Weiss > R.P.T. > Miami, Fl. Well, not really very particular information. You need to have one of us addicts show up and look it over and apply our peculiar experience. I'm moving to Miami in late August. e-mail me personally if your customer is interested. As far as restoring, they can be very satisfying. It all depends upon the individual and their goals. They are not Steinway B's and can't be made to play or sound like one. They do have perfect character for much music of their times, and can be a most welcome addition to a home. It cannot be done cheaply or quickly however, as parts must be recreated, and painstaking care taken all around. I have seen square grands in antique shops regularly. Most I would not consider buying as they are cheaper brands and pulling themselves apart fatally. Only sufficient reinforcement will cure them and then the tone is lost to the heavy structure. Some however, have tremendous potential. I'm still kicking myself for not picking up an instrument I saw 4 years ago, but my shop was too backed up as usual. Anne Beetem Anne Anne Beetem Harpsichords & Historic Pianos 2070 Bingham Ct. Reston, VA 20191 abeetem@wizard.net
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