Steinway & Sons A-188

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Steinway & Sons A-188

Steinway & Sons

A-188

4.9 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 582851
Model: A-188
Category: Grand Pianos
Price: $38,159.00

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This 1903 A-188 is a serious piece of history. The sound is warm and complex, a true testament to Steinway's craftsmanship from a different era. It's ideal for the serious pianist or collector who appreciates a vintage instrument with a unique voice and is prepared for the care that comes with it.

Product Description

Steinway & Sons A-188, Grand Piano

  • *Used instrument - refurbished and finished by our Steinway specialist and master piano maker*
  • Exemplary for the sound culture inherent in Steinway instruments in its purest form
  • The A-188 model gives the music its very own
  • unmistakable character
  • Year of manufacture: 1903
  • Length: 188 cm
  • Width: 147 cm
  • Weight: approx. 315 kg
  • Finish: Black
  • high-gloss polished
  • Included Andexinger high-quality piano bench
PROS
  • • 1903 construction offers a uniquely broken-in, resonant tonal character.
  • • Solid spruce soundboard provides exceptional clarity and sustain.
  • • Refurbishment by a Steinway specialist guarantees top-tier mechanical integrity.
  • • High-gloss black finish enhances the piano’s aesthetic appeal and durability.
CONS
  • • The age means potential for future maintenance and regulation needs.
  • • Limited dynamic range compared to modern Steinways due to vintage action.
  • • Its substantial size and weight make moving and placement challenging.

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Key Features

Keys Ivory (likely replaced during previous refurbishment, typical for pianos of this age)
Length 188 cm
Soundboard Solid Spruce, aged and seasoned for exceptional resonance
Action Traditional Steinway action, meticulously regulated and refurbished
Pedals Three pedals: sustain, sostenuto, and una corda (soft pedal)
Finish Black, high-gloss polished
Weight approx. 315 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

Older pianos require more frequent regulation and occasional repairs; a yearly technician’s check is highly recommended.
The vintage action feels slightly heavier and less responsive than a contemporary model, offering a different playing experience.
The una corda softens the tone and alters the timbre, useful for nuanced expression and quieter passages.

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