Steinway & Sons is one of the most reputable and recognizable piano manufacturers in the world. This brand is known to practically every person who is even slightly interested in pianos or classical music. This remarkable and already iconic brand has allowed us to enjoy its instruments for 170 years.…
Elegance of tone, precision craftsmanship and an extraordinary history. These are the qualities that, over the years, have made the Chickering brand the undisputed leader in the world of piano manufacturing. Traversing the path from tradition to innovation, from classic patterns to revolutionary ideas, has made Chickering an icon whose…
To achieve the full spectrum of emotions, it is essential to have an instrument that perfectly reflects one’s sensibility. In this context, Schiedmayer upright and grand pianos are gaining not only recognition, but also respect as excellent musical tools. In this review article, we take a closer look at the…
Fazioli is a true worldwide phenomenon. The brand’s pianos (note Fazioli does not produce upright pianos), despite their rather short history, have gained enormous popularity and prestige compared to other giants of the piano market. Fazioli pianos have gained recognition among the world’s elite pianists and their pianos are often…
The cabinet piano is a musical instrument that was most popular in Europe in the 18th and 19th centuries. Unlike larger concert pianos, the cabinet piano was much smaller and lighter, allowing it to be placed in private offices, drawing rooms and small concert halls. How big is a cabinet…
Samick is an iconic musical instrument manufacturing brand that is known for its quality piano. It was founded in the second half of the 20th century. Today its subsidiaries are located on several continents, placing it among the world’s biggest players. The history of the Samick brand Samick, or actually…
Of the many companies involved in the production of high-end piano, few enjoy such a reputation, recognition and centuries-long history as the Czech Petrof. Today Petrof, it is an international company, producing grand pianos, upright pianos and organs, exporting them to more than 60 countries around the world. The history…
Ibach is a German brand of upright and grand pianos that has gained recognition among musicians for its excellent quality and beautiful sound. For over 200 years, the company was run by one family and was one of the oldest piano factories in the world! (It lost this status in…
Mason & Hamlin is an American piano manufacturing brand founded in 1854 by Henry Mason and Emmons Hamlin. The company is known for producing high quality pianos using traditional handmade methods to produce a unique tone and sound quality. Mason & Hamlin instruments are still manufactured in the States. The…
Erard upright and grand pianos are world-famous for their high quality workmanship and long-standing tradition. Erard is one of the oldest brands producing these instruments and has enjoyed a high reputation among the most famous composers since its inception. The history of the Erard brand dates back to the second…
