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…
Why do pianos go out of tune? The simple answer is the change in humidity from season to season. The piano, being primarily made of wood and felt. And especially the soundboard will swell with moisture in the more humid seasons and contract in the drier seasons. When these changes…
And I am not at all referring to a medication proportioner, trader or even a leatherworker, (you will find explanations of these at the bottom of the article 😉 ) professions that are disappearing due to their diminishing usefulness. But a highly specialised profession, closely linked to pianos and still…
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…
Self-playing piano with a factory system or… ? A system installed by a third party company that will transform your instrument into something extraordinary. There are young systems such as the Spirio from Steinway & Sons – 2015, but also those with more seniority such as the PianoDisc 1988 or…
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…
If you dream of owning a piano. But don’t have a piano shop in your area or are not keen on the classic form of shopping. Buying a piano online may be the perfect solution for you. In this guide, we will discuss how to buy a piano online and…
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…
Pianomakers every now and then tend to experiment with new designs mainly to show their mastery in the craft and attend to market changes but what about the main piano accessory? The piano bench must accompany the most beautiful instrument with equal beauty , don’t you think so? About the…
Let’s start with the fact that the sale of ivory products is banned and illegal. This ban was introduced in 1990, and was further tightened in December 2021. However, what if you own a piano made before these dates and it has an ivory keys? Can I sell a piano…
