GRAND PIANO: 1910 C. BECHSTEIN Model A. 5 11, restored, refinished

********* FOR SALE: A 1910 C. BECHSTEIN Model A, 511 GRAND PIANO. Made in Germany. PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY THE JUILLIARD SCHOOL in NYCsee markings on action frame, then by a private party. FULLY RESTORED AND EXQUISITELY REFINISHED ABOUT 25 YEARS AGO. HIGH-GLOSS MAHOGANY VENEER FINISH, with a few small blemishes on the case, and some sun-fading on the front. SPECTACULAR, CLASSIC STYLE, with trademark radial music rack and ice cream c 1 legs. RENNER ACTION ASSEMBLY from Germany, with minimal wear. ACTION FULLY REGULATED MARCH 2025 by a professional restorer; tuned to 440 concert pitch. A NEW C. BECHSTEIN of similar size sells for about $130,000. MORE PHOTOS TO COME. Founded in 1853, Bechstein has been regarded for over 150 years as among the worlds finest pianos. Still individually handcrafted in Berlin, these exceptional instruments will satisfy the most serious concert pianist. This magnificent instrument is ideal for the serious artist, student, or teacher. Suitable for concert stage, college, music school, or as the centerpiece of a grand living room. Sweet singing European sound. German Renner action, with a moderate touch. Of the many high-end pianos made in Europe, Bechstein is considered 1 of the finest, in the same league as Steinway, Bosendorfer, etc. The C. Bechstein is not to be confused with its sibling, the conventional Bechstein, which is of lesser value and esteem. C. Bechstein pianos have a clear, resonant, powerful, transparent t 1 that develops a broad color palette over the entire dynamic range. The touch is precise, articulate, and responsive. This instrument requires little effort to produce rich, vibrant, delicate, sonorous, and/or majestic sounds. Its evenly w 8 ed, with no noticeable variation from key to key, allowing for tonal nuances of unparalleled beauty and sensitivity. It affords to a pianist a uniquely exciting experience and joy to play. This is why Bechstein is the piano of choice among many discriminating pianists. THE TESTIMONIALS ABOUND: CLAUDE DEBUSSEY: 1 should only write piano music for Bechstein. FRANZ LISZT: “To judge your instruments means nothing else but to praise them. I have been playing your pianos for twenty-8 years now and they have ever confirmed their superiority. According to the opinion of the highest authorities who have played your instruments, it is no longer necessary to praise them, as this would only be pleonasm, periphrasis and tautology.” HANS von BULOW: Bechstein is for pianists what Amati and Stradivarius are for violinists. JORGE BOLET: I think Bechstein as such superior quality that it has no competition. THE 1920 s: Although economic troubles overshadow the first and last years of the decade, numerous pianists remain true to “their” Bechstein — including such stars as Ferruccio Busoni, Artur Schnabel, Wilhelm Backhaus, Alfred Cortot and Emil von Sauer, who performs works by Liszt with the uppermost elegance. ************************************************************************************************ RESTORED CIRCA 2000: All strings and tuning pins replaced. All hammers, hammer shanks, and flanges replaced. Soundboard refinished. There are a couple of hairline cracks, but they have no effect on the sound. Bridges refinished. Trim felt replaced with special Bechstein green felt. Brass parts buffed: agraffes, pedals, etc. Cast iron plate repainted and relettered. String damper felts replaced; dampers adjusted. Other assorted felt and leather parts replaced as needed. Trapworkpedal assemblyadjusted. Renner action fully regulated. WARRANTEED FOR 5 YEARS against any major defects. PRICE: $8900 INCLUDING DELIVERY within most of New England. Can arrange delivery elsewhere in the USA for an additional fee. Located in Ware, Mass., near Mass. Turnpike, Route 9, and Route 32. AVAILABLE BY APPOINTMENT - day, night, or weekend. CALL ANYTIME or TEXT: 413-544-4477 4135444477 E-MAIL: You can click on REPLY above to send an e-mail. However, be aware that E-mails relayed indirectly through Craigslist sometimes fail to go through. To ensure that you receive an e-mail reply, please call or text first and provide a direct e-mail address. OTHER USED PIANOS AVAILABLE BY APOINTMENT: Please call or e-mail for a complete list of pre-owned grands and uprights. kw: Bechstein, Mason and Hamlin, Steinway, Yamaha, Kawai, Bosendorfer, Estonia, Fazioli, Baldwin, Bluthner, Shigeru Kawai, Petrof, Sauter, Schimmel, Seiler, Steingraeber