Grand pianos Hardman for sale

Where were Hardman pianos once produced and where are they made today? What is the value and quality of Hardman grand pianos? How much do these instruments cost?

History

Hardman Piano Company is a legendary American company that has been producing pianos since 1842. Like other great brands such as Baldwin, Knabe, and Steinway, Hardman has a rich history. The company was founded by Hugh Hardman in New York. His son, John Hardman, took over the company in 1879. In 1890, Leopold Peck joined, resulting in the name change to Hardman, Peck & Company. In the 1930s, the company was acquired by Aeolian Company, but production continued until 1985.

From America to China and the Influence of Kawai

Since the 1990s, the Hardman brand has been owned by North American Music, and production was moved to China, to the Beijing Hsinghai factory. Thanks to collaboration with the Japanese company Kawai, the technology and quality of production are very high. Chinese technicians are trained to produce Kawai pianos for the Asian market.

It is worth noting that contemporary Hardman pianos differ from those produced in America. Historical Hardman pianos were luxury instruments, handcrafted with the utmost attention to detail. Modern Hardman pianos are mid-range instruments with a very good price-to-quality ratio, designed mainly for beginners and intermediate pianists. Thanks to their solid construction, they are ideal for schools and institutions.
Due to the attractive price, it is worth considering the purchase of a new Hardman piano, especially if you are comparing it with used Japanese instruments at a similar price.

Models of Hardman Grand Pianos

Over the years, Hardman has offered many different models of pianos. Below we present the currently produced and available models:

• R143S/F – 4’8” Petite
• R146C – 4’10”
• R150S – 5’0” Crescendo
• R158S – 5’3” Minuet
• R165C – 5’5” Concerto
• R185S – 6’1” Artisan

Prices of Hardman Grand Pianos

This is a very general price range. These amounts may vary, so we encourage you to check prices on dedicated websites or from the manufacturer. We will be happy to help you find the right offer to meet your expectations. Start by checking ads in the Klaviano search engine and if you need further guidance, contact a Klaviano assistant.

Serial Numbers:

1850 – 2800, 1855 – 5900, 1860 – 9800, 1865 – 13000, 1870 – 17400, 1875 – 21500, 1880 – 26000, 1885 – 31000, 1890 – 37000, 1895 – 42000, 1900 – 48000, 1905 – 58000, 1910 – 68100, 1915 – 77200, 1920 – 86000, 1925 – 91500, 1930 – 94200, 1935 – 95200, 1940 – 97000, 1946 – 100300, 1950 – 104700, 1955 – 109000, 1960 – 121100, 1965 – 132000, 1970 – 140000, 1975 – 147600, 1980 – 151100