Each piano is manufactured with a unique serial number that is recorded for future reference of not only when it was made but also where. Baldwin was subsequently purchased by wurltech, inc. Piano value is totally dependent upon internal service condition. Yamaha upright can beat out an old cable nelson grand or full size upright any day. Used, in excellent condition some are worth more than original price. Quality quality of a piano is determined both by the internal and external features of the piano, as well as the manufacturer, when it was made, and the care it received yet if you head online, youll find all kinds of sites that offer you bluebook value of a piano, charge you a small fee for coaching to tell you what you should pay.
Published since 2009, piano buyer is the successor to the wellknown reference the piano book. However, according to the blue book of pianos, this manufacturer was winter and company which eventually became part of the. If you are buying or selling an upright or grand piano, discover the prices of new. At first, wurlitzer imported instruments from germany. The value of a specific piano model may be determined on the basis of the price shown. Grand pianos are usually worth more, but this is once again based on condition. The website contains a wealth of free information regarding guides to appraisals and buying new and used pianos. Wurlitzer pianos for sale buy a wurlitzer piano at pianomart. How to find the model of your wurlitzer piano our pastimes.
Steinway is making some lower quality pianos these days. A blue book of pianos is a compilation of prices of. Fair market value is the price at which an item would change. How do you find the value of a used wurlitzer piano. Great deals on wurlitzer upright pianos with 3 pedals. We have had it for 45 years and it is in excellent condition. The wurlitzer pipe organ provided the most popular accompaniment during the heyday of the great silent movie theaters. Buying a used piano, and the price you should expect to pay. This example below is common winter spinet piano normally worth very little, but the ornate carvings and inlays on the case give it much more value.
What is the value of approx 1957 wurlitzer piano which has. Match the serial number on your piano with a number in the book. Like antique books, antique pianos are not worth a lot of money just because they are old. The brand, which has been producing pianos since around 1880, remains a popular one today. We are proud to specialize in the restoration, repair and retail of vintage pianos. History of the wurlitzer piano company and serial number validation will be included in purchase. This section lists the average resale prices for used pianos. An unusual piano, it is a miniature grand, one oct read more. Massive databases exist online with nearly all serial numbers used from nearly every piano manufacturer. Many piano manufacturers placed serial numbers in a variety of places. Wurlitzer upright pianos with 3 pedals for sale in stock ebay.
Consult a piano blue book from a library or the internet that lists the serial numbers and the corresponding dates in which the model was manufactured see resources. Wurlitzer upright pianos with 3 pedals for sale in stock. Get more bang for your buck by looking for new, seller refurbished, or slightly used wurlitzer pianoes. Since there is no used piano price directory or blue book as there is for other merchandise, like cars for example, piano pricing can be very confusing for most people. Through science, research, and ingenuity, wurlitzer has created exclusive features such as tonecrafted hammers, the pentagonal sound board, the augmented sound board, and many others to provide a greater volume of rich, resonant tones for their instrument. Mar 29, 2020 the blue book of pianos website is a great resource for finding the value of a piano. I suggest you pay for what is called a blue book valuation of your piano. How do i determine the value of my wurlitzer baby grand. The 1st piano was made by franz rudolph wurlitzer, in 1914 and named after him. The tone and design of these wurlitzer electric pianoes please musical groups and gift givers. These brand names listed here accounted for over 97% of all grand pianos sold in the united states during the last 20 years. If your brand isnt listed then you can simply select your pianos quality rating. Each new edition of the official piano e blue book represents a comprehensive reevaluation of the changing price structure within the used piano industry.
This guide provides references to serial numbers, dates of manufacture, factory locations, a brief history of many manufacturers and other pertinent information. Choose from 75 popular piano brands with over 2000 different models currently for sale. Dating back to the 17th century, the wurlitzer family history started with. A brief history of studentmodel wurlitzer electronic pianos. I have a wurlitzer registration number 176399, the blue book.
The bluebook of pianos is an invaluable handbook for anyone who owns or plans to buy a piano. The values listed in this guide are for average units in average condition. The trick is knowing where to look on the instrument. Directory of advertised used piano prices v bluebook of pianos. The less work the piano needs, the greater its value is. This wurlitzer 1986 2780 console piano would be a great home piano for the casual pianist. The piano buyer article has since been revised to include these comments. Prices change very frequently due to international currency fluctuations. The data presented herein is the tabulated result of information received from dealers everywhere. The age of a piano matters a great deal and can tell a lot about the way the piano was manufactured by the type and quality of wood that was used to build your piano. Before that, they even sold conventional pianos to schools. Baldwin appointed young chang to build wurlitzer grands, until about 1996, when production was moved to samick. The piano will almost certainly be at least forty years old. Organ blue book 19851986 i must second zeuslesabres comment.
Compare the serial number on the piano with the chart provided by blue book of pianos in references. If you are looking for these numbers on your wurlitzer upright piano, take a look inside. An antique piano is one which is at least 100 years old. Wurlitzer acoustic pianos were economy home pianos and not intended for the performance stage or professional musician. Prweb a vintage instrument often occupies a special place in a persons heart and mind, whether it is the heirloom. Since there is no used piano price directory or blue book as there is for other. In 1995 baldwin purchased wurlitzer and chickering. Our available wurlitzer pianos include a range of types, costs and conditions. Any everett upright will beat out any wurlitzer grand unless the wurlitzer is old and well maintained. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. An unusual piano, it is a miniature grand, one octave less than a full keyboard, top spit down the center like a butterfly. Miles davis kind of blue by solo sounds on amazon music. If your piano is very ornate with carvings and inlays, or a very unusual case design, this can make the piano more valuable no matter what the name of the piano is. In 2001, the baldwin, chickering and wurlitzer names were purchased by the gibson musical instrument company.
An aluminum harp on a piano is like mackerel in the moonlight it shines and it stinks. The age of your piano is determined by the serial number. Whether a wurlitzer has 2 or 3 pedals doesnt affect the price or quality. The wurlitzer company was later purchased by the baldwin piano company. But some factors do affect the price without affecting the quality. These blue books will also usually list pricing, rarity and other information on each make and year of a piano. Dec 15, 2020 accompanied by music, usually performed on a piano, organ or by an orchestra. What is the value of a wurlitzer baby grand piano serial. According to piano historian arthur loesser 1954, the first spinet piano was offered to the public in may 1935, by an american manufacturer loesser does not identify.
Older wood carries sound much better, and lasts longer because of the aging process. The yamaha may also beat out a middle line baldwin grand in tone quality and in holding its tune. Having any resource is frequently better than none, and despite the limitations in this item, it is far better than none. After an illustrated discussion of piano structure that explains the workings of both grand and upright pianos, the book gives careful advice for purchasing a new or used piano. To understand your piano s value, you must first figure out what it is, who built it, how old it is and what condition it is in. Jul 01, 2020 wurlitzer is an american company, started in cincinnati in 1853. How to find the month and year a kimball piano was made our. Apr, 2020 a professional piano technician can accurately assess the condition of the wurlitzer and provide a value based on local demand for the instrument. Discover your piano s age and country of origin with our 5 star accuracy guide to ensure the quality and reliability of each result. May 29, 2020 wurlitzer sold electronic pianos in bulk to schools from the very beginning. Browse our available selection, or use our filters to refine your search by size, price, location, distance from you, or color. It gives complete, practical guidelines that explains the workings of both grand and upright pianos. Many people looking to buy or sell a seek to appraise its value by means of a socalled blue book of pianos. These are retail tag prices used by dealers with the same margin of profit and percentages.
An indispensable resource to buyers and owners of pianos, amateur and professional pianists alike. Wurlitzer piano prices and value upright, grand new, used. Free piano prices guide new or used fair market value. I have a wurlitzer registration number 176399, the blue book tells me made around 19. However, wurlitzer sold electronic pianos to schools as early as the release of the wurlitzer 112. For this very reason, we can help you determine the accurate. This helpful chart will give you the serial numbers of sterling pianos back to 1934, which will help identify many of the sterling pianos in question. By 1996 production of wurlitzer grands were being manufactured by samick in korea. If you are looking for a great used upright that was kept in wonderful condition this beautiful model 2780 wurlitzer is for you. However, according to the blue book of pianos, this manufacturer was winter and company which eventually became part of the aeolianamerican corporation 5 who sold this.
How to determine the value of a used piano pianobuyer. Over 12,000 piano names are included, some dating back to the early eighteen hundreds. What is the value of a 73 key wurlitzer butterfly baby. Wurlitzer pianos are a popular choice for students, home enthusiasts and professional musicians alike. Wurlitzer is an american company, started in cincinnati in 1853.
Wurlitzer pianoes are a good addition to invigorate any musical performance. Initially the company was an import export business, importing stringed, brass and woodwind instruments from germany into the usa, but eventually they expanded into making pipe organs and player pianos. Value of wurlitzer grand piano c153 purchased in 1998 like. The american company started in 1853 by german immigrant franz rudolph wurlitzer. Sep 15, 2017 the model number will be associated with it and should be printed in the same locations. Piano restoration, new and used pianos for sale, complete tuning and repair service. Anything is better than an aeolian, except a winter the one with the aluminum harp and the hammers that pop off.
If wellmaintained and cared for, many wurlitzer pianos hold their value very well. Some pianos will have more than one name for the manufacturer. Jun 23, 2011 i have a wurlitzer registration number 176399, the blue book tells me made around 19. The wurlitzer electronic piano was built by the rudolph wurlitzer company, but the company is often referred to as merely wurlitzer.
Used piano resale prices 19741984 bluebook of pianos. I have a wurlitzer model 270 butterfly electric baby grand. Directory of advertised used piano prices v blue book of pianos. The pedals on a 3pedal wurlitzer upright console piano from left to right are. The piano book is the bible of the piano marketplace. Piano production by wurlitzer began in 1880 in the wurlitzer factory in cincinnati, ohio. However, according to the blue book of pianos, this manufacturer was winter and company which eventually became part of the aeolianamerican corporation who sold this piano as the winter musette. The wurlitzer company, a major musical instrument manufacturer, acquired the chickering firm in 1985 and continued to produce instruments with the chickering name.
Get trusted advice from a professional musician with years of. How to find the month and year a kimball piano was made. Today, the most common studentmodel wurlitzers are the 206 and 206a, which correspond to the 200 and 200a. A spinet is a smaller type of harpsichord or other keyboard instrument, such as a piano or organ. Choose the piano model most similar to yours some piano brands change their model numbers every few years while others have remained unchanged for decades.
Price information is for the sole purpose of providing a maximum retail selling price benchmark the manufacturer suggested retail price or the msrp represents in general an average retail tag price by u. Many pianos will have a 4, 5 or 6 digit serial number to identify the age of. As a home piano they are adequate, most of the more recent instruments were passably good, a few from the 1970s and 1980s, li. Piano information and appraisal, piano information and. This online piano appraisal takes you step by step through the piano assessment process.
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