Best Grand Pianos 2025

Top-rated grand pianos 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 22, 2025 • Next update: October 29, 2025

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SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Classical For Jazz For Professional Performance For Concert Halls For High-End Studios For Luxury Homes

BRANDS: Yamaha Steinway & Sons Kawai Seiler

Steinway & Sons B-211 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Steinway & Sons B-211

by Steinway & Sons

Concert Halls Professional Performance Jazz

Key Feature:

• Professional performance standard

✓ PROS

• Impressive visual presence
• Investment value and prestige

✗ CONS

• Requires significant space and proper room
• Climate sensitivity and care requirements

Steinway & Sons B-211, Grand Piano*Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist and master...

⭐ 4.9/5 (31 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 603173

$71,489

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Steinway & Sons M-170 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.4/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Steinway & Sons M-170

by Steinway & Sons

Classical Professional Performance Concert Halls

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual presence

✓ PROS

• Ultimate piano sound and touch
• Investment value and prestige

✗ CONS

• Regular professional tuning and maintenance
• Requires significant space and proper room

Steinway & Sons M-170, Grand Piano*Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist and master...

⭐ 4.4/5 (14 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 602571

$34,639

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⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Steinway & Sons B-211

by Steinway & Sons

Luxury Homes High-End Studios Concert Halls

Key Feature:

• Full dynamic range and expression

✓ PROS

• Professional performance standard
• Impressive visual presence

✗ CONS

• Regular professional tuning and maintenance
• Requires significant space and proper room

Steinway & Sons B-211, Grand Piano*Second-hand instrument - generally overhauled and refined by our Steinway...

⭐ 4.8/5 (45 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 560635

$62,689

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Steinway & Sons A-188 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.9/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Steinway & Sons A-188

by Steinway & Sons

Luxury Homes Professional Performance Concert Halls

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual presence

✓ PROS

• Impressive visual presence
• Investment value and prestige

✗ CONS

• Extremely expensive purchase price
• Requires significant space and proper room

Steinway & Sons A-188, Grand Piano*Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist and master...

⭐ 4.9/5 (18 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 582851

$38,159

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Blüthner Model 6 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Blüthner Model 6

by Blüthner

High-End Studios Professional Performance Classical

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual presence

✓ PROS

• Impressive visual presence
• Professional performance standard

✗ CONS

• Requires significant space and proper room
• Difficult and expensive to move

Blüthner Model 6, Grand piano*Used instrument - checked by our master piano builder*Year of manufacture: 1963Full...

⭐ 4.8/5 (7 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 552349

$26,389

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⭐ 5.0/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Steinway & Sons M-170

by Steinway & Sons

High-End Studios Classical Luxury Homes

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual presence

✓ PROS

• Investment value and prestige
• Impressive visual presence

✗ CONS

• Regular professional tuning and maintenance
• Difficult and expensive to move

Steinway & Sons M-170, Grand Piano*Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist and master...

⭐ 5.0/5 (29 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 602573

$41,789

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Yamaha DGC2 EN ST Black Polished - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Yamaha DGC2 EN ST Black Polished

by Yamaha

High-End Studios Jazz Classical

Key Feature:

• Investment value and prestige

✓ PROS

• Investment value and prestige
• Impressive visual presence

✗ CONS

• Extremely expensive purchase price
• Climate sensitivity and care requirements

Yamaha DGC2 EN ST Black Polished, Enspire Disc Grand PianoThe ENSPIRE ST Disklavier was designed for both the listener...

⭐ 4.8/5 (13 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 539165

$46,739

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Steinway & Sons M-170 black mat - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Steinway & Sons M-170 black mat

by Steinway & Sons

Professional Performance Concert Halls Jazz

Key Feature:

• Investment value and prestige

✓ PROS

• Ultimate piano sound and touch
• Professional performance standard

✗ CONS

• Regular professional tuning and maintenance
• Extremely expensive purchase price

Steinway & Sons M-170 black mat, Grand Piano*Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist...

⭐ 4.6/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 590993

$32,890

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Yamaha D C3 X EN Pro Black Polished - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha D C3 X EN Pro Black Polished

by Yamaha

Classical Luxury Homes High-End Studios

Key Feature:

• Investment value and prestige

✓ PROS

• Professional performance standard
• Ultimate piano sound and touch

✗ CONS

• Regular professional tuning and maintenance
• Climate sensitivity and care requirements

Yamaha D C3 X EN Pro Black Polished, Disc-Grand PianoThe ENSPIRE ST Disklavier was designed for both the listener and...

⭐ 4.7/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 537862

$60,489

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Steinway & Sons A-195 (A3) - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.6/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Steinway & Sons A-195 (A3)

by Steinway & Sons

Concert Halls Professional Performance Classical

Key Feature:

• Ultimate piano sound and touch

✓ PROS

• Professional performance standard
• Ultimate piano sound and touch

✗ CONS

• Extremely expensive purchase price
• Regular professional tuning and maintenance

Steinway & Sons A-195 (A3), Grand Piano*Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist and...

⭐ 4.6/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 603992

$45,089

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Seiler 186 Maestro Grand Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Seiler 186 Maestro Grand Piano

by Seiler

Concert Halls High-End Studios Jazz

Key Feature:

• Professional performance standard

✓ PROS

• Investment value and prestige
• Professional performance standard

✗ CONS

• Extremely expensive purchase price
• Climate sensitivity and care requirements

Seiler 186 Maestro Grand PianoMaestro Grand PianoRenner actionWeight: 320 kgLength: 186 cmKnee height: 62 cmColour:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (16 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 608776

$39,061

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Yamaha GC 1 M PE Grand Piano - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Yamaha GC 1 M PE Grand Piano

by Yamaha

Concert Halls Professional Performance Luxury Homes

Key Feature:

• Impressive visual presence

✓ PROS

• Impressive visual presence
• Ultimate piano sound and touch

✗ CONS

• Difficult and expensive to move
• Requires significant space and proper room

Yamaha GC 1 M PE Grand Piano, Baby Grand PianoThe new Grand GC 1 combines the duplex scale and the rich sound...

⭐ 4.9/5 (32 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 154486

$20,889

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#13

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Steinway & Sons B-211

by Steinway & Sons

Classical Professional Performance Jazz

Key Feature:

• Full dynamic range and expression

✓ PROS

• Full dynamic range and expression
• Impressive visual presence

✗ CONS

• Requires significant space and proper room
• Extremely expensive purchase price

Steinway & Sons B-211, Grand Piano, Year of manufacture: 1960This fully overhauled grand piano, refined by our...

⭐ 4.5/5 (46 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 549646

$60,489

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Steinway & Sons O-180 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Steinway & Sons O-180

by Steinway & Sons

Concert Halls Professional Performance Classical

Key Feature:

• Professional performance standard

✓ PROS

• Ultimate piano sound and touch
• Impressive visual presence

✗ CONS

• Requires significant space and proper room
• Regular professional tuning and maintenance

Steinway & Sons O-180, Grand Piano*Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist and master...

⭐ 4.8/5 (10 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 602575

$37,389

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Yamaha C 2 X PEC - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.6/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Yamaha C 2 X PEC

by Yamaha

Concert Halls Classical Luxury Homes

Key Feature:

• Full dynamic range and expression

✓ PROS

• Professional performance standard
• Impressive visual presence

✗ CONS

• Requires significant space and proper room
• Climate sensitivity and care requirements

Yamaha C 2 X PECGrand PianoThis grand piano has a clear tone full of purity and sonorityLength: 173 cm...

⭐ 4.6/5 (37 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 543600

$30,789

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How to Choose the Best Grand Pianos

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced grand pianos typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Grand Pianos 2025

Steinway & Sons B-211

Steinway & Sons M-170

Steinway & Sons B-211

Steinway & Sons A-188

Blüthner Model 6

Steinway & Sons M-170

Yamaha DGC2 EN ST Black Polished

Steinway & Sons M-170 black mat

Yamaha D C3 X EN Pro Black Polished

Steinway & Sons A-195 (A3)

Seiler 186 Maestro Grand Piano

Yamaha GC 1 M PE Grand Piano

Steinway & Sons B-211

Steinway & Sons O-180

Yamaha C 2 X PEC

How to Choose the Best Grand Pianos

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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