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 brand is considered one of the best piano brands in the world and is highly regarded by professional musicians and music lovers.
While preserving all the qualities of the percussion instrument, the Mason & Hamlin pianoforte also serves magnificently the composer’s concept by its extensive range in dynamics, as well as quality of tone. It is not short of being a small orchestra. In my opinion, the Mason & Hamlin is a real work of art.
Maurice Ravel
Distinguishing features of Mason & Hamlin pianos
Mason & Hamlin grand and upright pianos are valued for the high-quality raw materials used in their production (Gray Iron – high-performance grey cast iron and Hard Rock Maple – Canadian maple one of the strongest maples), reliable mechanisms (Wessell Nickel & Gross), solid construction perfected over 150 years, durability and longevity (even 100-year-old instruments from this brand have the sound and playing comfort of a new instrument!). The advantages of these instruments include:
- Sound quality – Mason & Hagrand and upright pianos are renowned for their beautiful, pure sound, which is regarded as one of the best in the world.
- Handcrafted – most grand and upright pianos are handcrafted, allowing for exceptional quality and uniqueness of sound.
- Design – grand and upright pianos are known for their elegant and traditional design.
- High-quality materials – the company uses the finest materials, such as wood and steel, resulting in durable and long-lasting instruments.
- Professional adjustment – each instrument is adjusted by experienced craftsmen, allowing for perfect sound quality.
- Semi-concert tones – pianos are renowned for their high quality concert sound, which is ideal for professional musicians.
Mason & Hamlin grand pianos and upright piano – Premier Series
| Model | Height | Length | Width | Weight | Price |
| CC | – | 9’4″ / 285 cm | 65” / 167 cm | 1500 ibs / 680 kg | Check it out on Klaviano |
| BB | – | 7’ / 212 cm | 59” / 150 cm | 1020 ibs / 463 kg | Check it out on Klaviano |
| AA | – | 6’4″ / 193 cm | 57” / 146 cm | 900 ibs / 408 kg | Check it out on Klaviano |
| A | – | 5’8″ / 174 cm | 56” / 143 cm | 860 ibs / 390 kg | Check it out on Klaviano |
| B | – | 5’4″ / 163 cm | 57” / 145 cm | 750 ibs / 340 kg | Check it out on Klaviano |
| 50 | 50” / 127 cm | 23” / 59 cm | 57” / 146 cm | 460 ibs / 208 kg | Check it out on Klaviano |
When was my Mason & Hamlin piano produced?
For the answer to this question, be sure to check the serial number of your instrument and then locate it within the date range below:
Mason and Hamlin pianos prices
Prices for Mason & Hamlin upright and grand pianos can vary widely depending on the model, age, condition of the instrument and other factors. For example, used Mason & Hamlin grand pianos can cost around $9,000-60,000 and Mason & Hamlin upright pianos around $4,000-6,000. This is one of the higher ends of the price spectrum for upright and grand pianos, but the quality and durability of the instrument is commensurate with the price.