Bosendorfer Imperial Concert Grand Piano 9' 6"

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Bosendorfer Imperial Concert Grand Piano 9' 6"

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MODEL 290 It is the only concert grand in the world to have nine sub-bass notes, down to bottom C, giving it a full eight octave compass keyboard. These extra notes enable some compositions to be accurately performed, which were originally scored with lower notes, by composers such as Bartók, Debussy, Ravel and Busoni. Special construction features have a very positive influence on the overtones produced when the piano is played, and helps to create the maximum range of both power and volume, and allows the smallest subtle variations in sound to be heard, across the whole range of the piano. The above is from Bosendorfer's web site. http://www.boesendorfer.com/index.php?menu=8&lang=en I have had various estimates on what the piano is worth. I am listing it as a fixed price auction, but I am open to reasonable offers.
What can I say? The best piano in the world. The piano has been maintained by if not the best piano tuner in Colorado, then one of the best. There is a small crack at the far end of the sound board which has been photographed for you. The crack has no effect on the sound. There is no buzzing. The piano performs fine. The finish is in excellent condition. What may be perceived as finish abnormalities are reflections in the finish. You are welcome to come examine and play the piano either during the auction or prior to delivery. After delivery, the piano is considered delivered and accepted. My understanding is that this piano has always been in residential use, never on a stage. It has played light classical and show tunes, the closest it has gotten to rock & roll is probably Simon & Garfunkel or Cat Stevens. It is played, maybe, once a month, or every other month. It is a waste to have this piano just sitting. It is more a piece of art in our living room than a musical instrument. When friends have visited and played the piano, first of all, they say, "I am complete now, I have just played a Bosendorfer." And that this is the best sounding and playing piano they have ever played. While there are the Steinway followers and the Bosendorfer advocates, there is no argument, that this is one fine piano. Serial # 36677 97 Keys Manufacture Date 1984 Length: 9 feet 6 inches Width: 5 feet 6 inches Weight: 570 kg
The piano has been in Colorado all of its life and is stable. It was originally from the Stanley Hotel Estate in Estes Park, Colorado, where Steven King wrote the Shining. Considering to replace this piano would cost over $150,000.00, the reserve is commensurate with the replacement cost. Their are additional photos posted at www.stevesclassiccars.com. It is one of the top links, or just click here: http://www.stevesclassiccars.com/bosendorfer_imperial_concert_gra.htm

And no, the harp is not for sale.

If you want an independent piano expert to inspect the piano, or inspect it yourself, simply e-mail me and we will arrange the inspection with your agent.

Shipping method to be determined by buyer. I can recommend and help arrange for shipping if you desire. A deposit of $1,000.00 or payment in full must be made within 10 days of the close of the auction. Seller accepts VISA/Master Card through PayPal, money orders, cashier's checks, or personal checks, but seller will wait for checks to clear before releasing piano. Please feel free to e-mail any questions that you might have.

Good luck and thank you for bidding.

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Imperial Grand Piano

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