SAMICK
Samick Musical Instruments
Mfg. Co., Ltd., of Inchon, Korea, announced the formation of
its new wholly American owned subsidiary, Samick America
Corp., in February 1982.
For years, Samick has been the
chosen piano of leading conservatories, concert halls, and
institutions of higher learning where music has always been
an important part of the curriculum. Samick pianos have been
awarded numerous Gold and Silver Medals by countries all
around the world for excellence in tone, touch, quality,
stability, durability, and overall superiority of materials
used in manufacturing. The most recent awards were the
International World Olympics Medal for superior design and
the Grand Prix Award from Spain for superior overall quality
and design.
A complete new line of pianos
was introduced at the 1982. Samick manufactures a full line
of grand pianos (two 5,1", one 5'4", two 5'9",
and one 6'10") along with a complete line of consoles,
studios, and professional uprights (four 42", three
45", three 48", and three 52" models).
Samick Musical Instruments
Mfg. Co., Ltd., was established in 1958 in Inchon, Korea, and
today is the oldest and largest piano manufacturer in Korea
and the third largest in the world. From the small workshop
of the early years, the Samick factories have grown into a
network of modern and highly sophisticated manufacturing
facilities. All Samick pianos are stained, filled, sealed,
and covered with the finest quality finishes available. All
exposed internal wood parts are sealed to protect them
against all moisture and atmospheric conditions. Samick
pianos are exported to Asian, European, and other world
markets. The firm imports the finest components: Royal George
felt from England; 21-ply, cross laminated pin blocks from
Delignite of Germany; Sitka spruce from Alaska; Schwander
style actions for verticals and Renner style actions for
grands; German steel strings; hard rock maple for action
parts; and nickel-plated cut thread tuning pins for better
tuning stability.
All Samick pianos are
available in eight high polish and eight satin finishes,
including ebony, white, walnut, mahogany, teak, ivory, oak,
and rosewood.
1978 - 30150
1981 - 31960 1984 - 50630 1988 - 114390
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SAUTER
The Carl Sauter piano factory
ranks among the oldest family run establishments in the piano
industry. Its founder, Johann Grimm, learned his trade from
1813 to 1819 at the celebrated Streicher Workshops in Vienna.
He passed his knowledge on to his adopted son, Carl Sauter,
and ever since succeeding genera-tions of the Sauter family
have upheld these traditions and enjoyed a firm position in
the piano world.
Sauter uprights and grands
continue to maintain their stylistic and musical identity.
Sauter uprights are available in three different sizes, each
visually and tonally distinct: 110(43-1/3"), 120
(47-1/4"), an(l 130 (51"). Models 120 and 130 are
equipped with the Sauter special double escapement action,
R-2, as a standard feature. Carl Sauter and his son, Johann,
rec-ognized the clear advantages of the R-2 in the mid-l9th
century, and the R-2 has been deci-sively improved under the
management of the present director, Carl Sauter. Because of
its reliable rebound and its rapid return of the hammer ready
for restriking, the R-2 action facilitates delicate and
discriminative proper-ties of touch usually found only on a
grand piano.
The Sauter grand pianos have
won praise from classical performers and jazz pianists alike.
Sauter instruments reveal both construc-tion thinking and the
consistent application of time-proven principles ofdesign.
Sauter's modern facilities create the necessary conditions
for producing all components to high-precision standards.
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SCHAAF, ADAM Established in
1873
The home of the famous Adam Schaaf grand, upright and player pianos and
reproducing pianos were built at their imposing, and beautiful six story
building at 319-321 South Wabash Avenue, Chicago. In addition to a factory
at 1020 Central Park Avenue, Chicago, made the Adam Schaaf institution one
of the best equipped in the world.
Adam Schaaf instruments continue to advance time tested by thousands of
satisfied, ever enthusiastic owners and customers.
To make still better the best Adam Schaaf piano has been the aim and the
inspiration of the experienced workers in the Adam Schaaf factory as well as
the ambition of the gentlemen who direct the company's destinies. How well
these aims and ambitions have succeeded is told in the fact that the three
fold output has not kept pace with the steadily increasing demand.
These instruments are the product of a house of the highest responsibility
and unlimited credit. Adam Schaaf Reproducing Pianos in Grands and Uprights
are very distinguished.
Serial Numbers effective on January 1, of the year shown.
1885-3100 1903-14500 1909-24100 1915-35800 1921-56000
1890-4600 1904-16000 1910-25100 1916-39000 1922-59000
1895-6580 1905-17800 1911-26200 1917-43000 1923-62000
1900-10000 1906-19000 1912-28300 1918-47000 1924-65000
1901-11500 1907-20500 1913-30400 1919-50000 1926-71000
1902-13000 1908-22000 1914-32600 1920-53000
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SCHAEFFER
Pianos and player
pianos which have gained an enviable reputation for beautiful
tone qualities. Sold by the largest dealers throughout the
country. First manufactured in New York by William Schaeffer
beginning about 100 years ago in 1873 he was one of the early
pioneer piano builders of the European school, In 1878 the
Schaefer was awarded a diploma of honor at the Paris
Exposition. In 1888 the business was removed to Chicago.
1900 - 17000
1919 - 58300 1922 - 65000 1925 - 71000
1910 - 36000 1920 - 60600 1923 - 67000 1929 - 75300
1915 - 50500 1921 - 52400 1924 - 69000 1931 - 77900
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SCHAFER
Established in 1903
by the Schafer Brothers in St. Louis as The Schafer Piano
Works. Their pianos, both in the Grand and upright designs,
are especially known for their remarkably appealing tonal
qualities. The sweet mellowness of tone, and wide range of
volume make their instruments a favorite with those musically
educated. Their styles are always of the most modern design,
and the superior durability of Schafer pianos,. Instruments
are well known and readily understood when it is known they
employ in all departments only the most skilled of the piano
trade craftsmen, and all material must measure up to their
critical requirements.
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SCHAFER & SONS
Schafer & Sons is more
than a company. It is a family dedicated to music and fine
musical instruments.
Vertical pianos that were
manufactured in the United States included 13 decorator
models. Sizes include 3711 spinet throh 42" console
pianos. Imported vertical pianos include nine models of
console and professional uprights, sized 41" through
52". Grand models include the Baby, Studio, Parlor,
Semi-Concert, and fall 9' Concert. Schafer & Sons Player
Pianos led the field in performance and soffware selection.
The Nickelodian is an unsul entertainment value.
1977 - 100000
1981 - 400000 1985 - 660000 1989 - HG0089
1978 - 280000 1982 - 410000 1986 - 860000 1990 - HG0190
1979 - 330000 1983 - 420000 1987 - 870000 1991 - HIDG91
1980 - 380000 1984 - 510000 1988 - HG0088 1992 - HIDG92
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SCHENCKE
Piano's of a popular
grade made at 432-440 Austin Place, New York, by the Schencke
Piano Co.
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SCHERPE
Manufactured by B.
Scherpe & Sons, practical piano makers, at 21O3 Clybourn
Ave, Chicago. Instruments of good, durable character.
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SCHAFF BROS. CO.
These instruments
possess remarkable tone qualities. The case designs are
chaste and beautiful, and the construction is in the best
sense durable and reliable. Schaff Bros. instruments are made
in uprights and player pianos and they have a record of
perfect satisfaction. The Schaff Bros. grown steadily and its
progress has developed the musical qualities of the piano
without so far advancing the prices as to dwarf their great
popularity.
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SCHIEDMAYER
In Wurtenburg-Stuttgart,
Germany, the Schiedmayer piano was born in 1809, at the time
of and in the area of the dawn of the Industnal Revolution.
The Schieddaayer srore was on the town square, near other
quality piano builders. Few could match the Schiedrrayer
quality.
Behind Schiemayer is a
combination of the tradition, experience, and tone color of
the Germans and the pauence and know-how of the Japanese.
The Schiedmayer scales are now
manulactured by the Japanese in a relationship that claims
the hest of both cultures. The line offers 43" and
48" uprights in ebony, snow white, mahogany, and walnut.
Grands are 6' and 6' 11", with the 6' offered in the
same colors as the uprights; the 6'1 1" is available in
ebony only.
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SCHUMANN
A house of national
reputation. Makers of only artistic pianos and player-pianos.
Schumann instruments are made in their factory at Rockford,
Illinois, where the industry was removed from Chicago in
1903. All instrument: made by the Schumann Piano Co. and are
of one quality, the highest; all bear the one name, Schumann,
The Schumann piano has been honored by testimonials from many
of the greatest artists and musician Schumann instruments are
meeting with demand in foreign countries because of their
ability, due to the individuality of construction, to
withstand trying climatic conditions.
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SCHLEICHER & SONS
Durable and
attractive pianos, player pianos, made by Schleicher &
Sons. .
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SCHILLER
The Schiller product
has gained an enviable reputation in the piano field. More
than 68,000 of this well known makes have been made and sold,
all of which has been accomplished without extensive
advertising, the sales resulting from the enthusiasm of
Schiller owners who recommend them to their friends. Through
exclusive features and excellent quality Schiller pianos and
players have been in demand by representative dealers from
coast to coast. The Bauer patent has an established
reputation as scientific grand piano construction. The
improvement in tone is gained by having the strings about two
inches from the sound board as compared to one inch in the
regular construction. This construction gives added strength
and eliminates to a minimum susceptibility to atmospheric
changes. The Schiller line includes uprights, grands,
players, reproducing uprights and grands.
1950 - 318000
1958 - 342400 1966 - 386000 1975 - 425700
1951 - 321000 1959 - 345800 1967 - 393000 1976 - 429300
1952 - 323000 1960 - 350600 1969 - 398000 1977 - 434000
1953 - 326000 1961 - 355000 1970 - 401700 1978 - 437000
1954 - 333000 1962 - 360000 1971 - 407300 1979 - 443000
1955 - 336500 1963 - 365000 1972 - 411400 1980 - 448000
1956 - 338000 1964 - 372000 1973 - 415900 1981 - 451000
1957 - 339200 1965 - 379000 1974 - 420700 1982 - 455200
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SCHIMMEL
Schimmel produces high-quality
pianos. It has proficient, dedicated staff, a well
established artnership with its worldwide dealer network, nd
extensive investments in modern production Eteilities. All of
this forms a sound basis on ~ich the company is embarking on
its second century in business. Schimmel was founded on 4ay
2, 1885, by Wilhelm Schimmel, grand-~her of the current
president, as a modest, ne-man operation in a small rented
workshop I Neuschoenfeld, near Leipzig. In the following ars
the company grew rapidly, necessitating ie hiring of
employees and several relocations larger premises in Leipzig.
Before long, himmel pianos were winning top awards. himmel
was appointed as purveryor to the )urts of the Grand Duke of
Saxe-Weimar 899) and the King of Roumania (1909), honors
~'ldom conferred on newly established firms.
In 1927, the presidency of the
company was issed on to Wilhelm Arno Schimmel, the 'under's
son. Two years later the company was located to Braunschweig.
World War II briefly terrupted piano production, but the
company ion resumed operations, and by 1948 Schimmel anos
were being exhibited at the trade fair in anover. In 1961,
following the sudden death of ~1helm Arno Schimmel, his son,
Nikolaus 'ilhelm Schimmel, assumed the presidency. By i64
annual production had increased to over 100 units; by 1975,
it had increased to 7,200, d to approximately 9,000 by 1983.
In 1971 Schimmel became a
majority stockholder in the May piano factory in Berlin, and
a contract was signed with the ciete Gaveau-Erard in Paris
for the produc-in under license of pianos bearing the three
)rld-famous French brand names of Erard, iveau, and Playel.
In 1981 work was finally
completed on the w, completely modern office and production
ilities in the Friedrich-Seele-Strasse, built in eral stages
of construction over a period of 14 us.
In 1985, Schimmel is
celebrating its centenniaI. In just three generations this
family enterise has grown from the most modest of beginning
to Western Europe's leading piano manufacturer. The company
expects to ships its before the year is over. Sixty-five
percent of Schimmel production is export; exports to the
United States and riada are on the increase. Despite a
worldwide in piano sales, the company was able to other
strengthen its position on all markets last
Probably the most important
contributing for to Schimmel's success is the decision not
produce any cheap leader pianos, but instead ater to an
exclusive clientele: those who are king for top quality in
sound, workmanship,artd touch, exquisite cabinetry, and,
above all, a lasting investment, and who are willing and in a
position to pay for these things. Despite the im-portant role
played by automatic machines and computers in increasing
production efficiency, Schimmel still performs most of the
operations by hand in order to maintain its worldwide
reputation for quality.
Other important factors are the creativity of the Schimmel
management and the motivation and high training standard of
its production staff. In the German piano industry, the
appren-tice/journeyman/master craftsman system still
prevails. The supervisors at Schimmel are refer-red to as Meister because
they are master craftsmen.
1900 - 3500
1950 - 22900 1965 - 81000 1974 - 144700
1910 - 9000 1951 - 23200 1966 - 88200 1975 - 152200
1915 - 10400 1952 - 24500 1967 - 95500 1976 - 159700
1920 - 12700 1953 - 26700 1968 - 103000 1977 - 168000
1925 - 16800 1955 - 31300 1969 - 110600 1978 - 180000
1930 - 19350 1960 - 50000 1970 - 118200 1979 - 192000
1935 - 20900 1962 - 60900 1971 - 124800 1980 - 204000
1940 - 22100 1963 - 66700 1972 - 131600 1981 - 216000
1949 - 22600 1964 - 74000 1973 - 138200 1982 - 230000
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M. SCHULZ & CO.
Pianos,
player-pianos. Grand and Reproducing Pianos known throughout
the piano world as instruments of the highest class. The M.
Schultz piano of the best known, most highly organized,
reputable and extensive piano manufacturing concerns in the
country. Technically, the instruments made by this concern
and note for scientific correctness of scale, highest grade
of workmanship, and extreme care in choice of only the finest
in material, backed up by long experience. The tone quality
of M. Schulz pianos is the strong point of them, possessing a
roundness, purity and mellow singing beauty all its own. This
company is also distinguished for turning out case work of
true artistic excellence, with a purity of design and
fineness of finish which are in every way distinguished.
Added refinements in case designs of special period art
models are features of M. Schulz Co. production. Aria Divina
Reproducing pianos are a standard with dealers everywhere.
1907 - 3500 1913 - 80000
1919 - 140000 1925 - 190000
1911 - 62000 1917 - 120000 1923 - 170000 1929 - 226000
1912 - 71000 1918 - 130000 1924 - 180000 1930 - 230000
Piano values
will vary with age, type of wood, style and condition.
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SETTERGREN
Small grand pianos,
exclusively, bear this name, which is that of an expert piano
manufacturer of thirty-five years experience in some of the
foremost industries. The Settergren grand pianos are the
result of a determination to create high grade instruments
upon the most modern lines, and to this end Mr. B. K.
Settergren applied the experience and skill acquired in some
of the most famous industries.
1956 - 160000
1959 - 169000 1962 - 180000 1965 - 191000
1957 - 163100 1960 - 172000 1963 - 183000 1966 - 191800
1958 - 166000 1961 - 176000 1964 - 187000 1967 - 192000
Piano values
will vary with age, type of wood, style and condition.
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SCHMIDT- DAUBER
Pianos and player
pianos of durable and attractive character are manufactured
by the Schmidt Dauber Company.
Piano values
will vary with age, type of wood, style and condition.
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SCHOMACKER
The famous "Gold
String" piano, founded in Philadelphia, 1838, was
manufactured by the SCHOMACKER Piano Company Philadelphia.
1907 - 3500
1913 - 80000 1919 - 140000 1925 - 190000
1911 - 62000 1917 - 120000 1923 - 170000 1929 - 226000
1912 - 71000 1918 - 130000 1924 - 180000 1930 - 230000
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SCHUBERT
Manufactured by the
Schubert Piano Co.,. These instruments, made in uprights,
grands and reproducing pianos, are from an old established
industry and contain a new tone device known as the
"Virzi." At the Paris International Exposition, at
the Rotterdain World's Fair and at the Chicago Exposition,
Shubert pianos obtained highest awards. The qualities that
gained recognition for these instruments have not been
acquired in one or two generations, but is the result of over
years of expert piano building.
ndition.
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SCHUMANN
Fine pianos for more than 100
years have borne the name of Schumannand the high esteem
these fine instruments are accorded the result of the quality
of materials and high workmanship in the Schumann factory.
The Schumann piano has been honored by testimonials from many
great artists and musicians. All Schumann pianos, even the
37"-high spinets, are equipped with direct blow actions.
The response of the direct blow action, the fine finishes and
case styling, and above all the superior tone are all joined
in every Schumann spinet and console piano.
They were available in styles
from period to modern in fine African mahogany, American
walnut, Salem maple, limed oak, blond mahogany and cherry
woods and finishes. Made by Estey
A house of national
reputation. Makers of only artistic pianos and player-pianos.
Schumann instruments are made in their factory at Rockford,
Illinois, where the industry was removed from Chicago in
1903. All instrument: made by the Schumann Piano Co. and are
of one quality, the highest; all bear the one name, Schumann,
and are backed by the famous Schumann Unlimited Warranty. The
Schumann piano is especially noted for the many exclusive and
improved features which it contains; one of particular value
from a tonal standpoint being. their system of dowel pin
construction of the sounding board, ribs and bridges, doing
away with any metal touching these parts, assuring the
sounding board of exceptional vibrating power. Workmanship is
the mast skilled, and the materials used are the finest. The
tone of the Schumann piano justly deserves the reputation
which it has won throughout the country, Possessing that rare
singing quality so much desired. Schumann cases are of
beautiful finish and design. The Schumann piano has been
honored by testimonials from many of the greatest artists and
musician Schumann instruments are meeting with demand in
foreign countries because of their ability, due to the
individuality of construction, to withstand trying climatic
conditions. The factory at Rockford is very finely equipped,
electric power being used and every facility afforded for the
production of pianos of the finest quality. Mr. W. N. Van
Matre, president of the Schumann Piano Co., is a recognized
expert in both the making and marketing of such an instrument
Dealers who handle the Schumann very warmly of its
attributes. The Schumann player piano, manufactured complete
in the Schumann factory, under Schumann patents, is an
important factor in the business of this company. The
Schumann player action is made complete in the factories of
the company at Rockford. Purchasers are especially cautioned
against spurious or imitation Schumann piano several of which
have appeared in the trade. Genuine Schumann: bear the
Schumann head trade mark.
1956 - 160000 1959 -
169000 1962 - 180000 1965 - 191000
1957 - 163100 1960 - 172000 1963 - 183000 1966 - 191800
1958 - 166000 1961 - 176000 1964 - 187000
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SEEBURG
Coin operated pianos,
Orchestrions, Theatre Organs, made by the J. P. Seeburg Piano
Co., the pioneer automatic industry of Chicago, have attained
leadership in this particular field. They are splendid
instruments of highest grade containing a most durable
mechanisms and many desirable features.
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SHATTUCK
Pianos bearing this
name is the product of the P.S. Wick Co., of North St. Paul,
Minn. and Industry that enjoy a fine reputation for skill and
reliability. Manufacturers' name appears on the fall board
and plate and the Shattuck is a reliable piano in every
particular. It is of pleasing tone quality, and is so
carefully made as to insure its durability.
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SHONINGER
The House of
Shoninger is one of the oldest among the piano manufacturers,
having been established by B. Shoninger in 1850. During this
long and celebrated career it has always been identified by
which standards of manufacture and recognition from many of
the world's great artists and authorities. At the Paris
International Exposition, at the Rotterdain World's Fair and
at the Chicago Exposition, Shoninger pianos obtained highest
awards. The qualities that gained recognition for these
instruments have not been acquired in one or two generations,
but is the result of over years of expert piano building.
1950 - 21000
1952 - 25000 1954 - 28500 1958 - 35200
1951 - 23000 1953 - 27000 1956 - 31500 1960 - 37000
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SEYBOLD
Pianos and player
pianos of attractive and durable qualities bearing this name
are manufactured by J P. Johnson Piano Co., of Elgin and
Ottawa, Ill.
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SHAW
This instrument was
originally made in Erie, Pa., the business being established
more than twenty years ago. In a 1900 the Shaw business was
purchased by Chas. Stieff, Inc., of
Baltimore, Md.,
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SHERWOOD
Dependable pianos
manufactured by the Clarendon Piano Co.,
Rockford, Ill. Serviceable, well-built pianos possessing
musically good tone.
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SINGER
Pianos and
player-pianos which bear this now widely known name are
manufactured by the Singer Division of the Steger & Sons
Piano Mfg. Co., of Chicago and Steger, Ill. Singer pianos
were first offered the public in 1884. The Singer piano and
player piano are very desirable instruments of beautiful
touch, great durability and very attractive qualities.
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SMITH & BARNES
Known as "the
Pioneer pianos of the West." The first pianos
manufactured in Chicago for wholesale trade. This was in
1884. The manufacture of these instruments is conducted
tinder a strong organization headed by The Continental
Piano Co. The Smith & Barnes player-pianos are
of the same high character and have earned for themselves a
place among the leading player-pianos of the country. The
Smith, Barnes & Strobber Company, manufacturers of the
Smith & Barnes pianos, stand among the highest
commercially in the piano manufacturing industry. Main office
and factory at Chicago. See also Smith, Barnes &
Strobber Co
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SMITH & NIXON
One of the oldest
names in the American piano world. These pianos,
player-pianos and grands are manufactured by a division of
the Goldsmith Piano Co. of Chicago, an industry of utmost
responsibility. Smith & Nixon pianos have held a place
very high in the esteem of discriminating musical people and,
under present conditions, their position will be maintained.
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SOHMER & CO.
Pianos of this make
are distinguished by their artistic character, and have for
many years held their place among the best specimens of the
piano-maker's art. They are manufactured in both grand and
upright styles. Fine pianos in every respect, and the product
of a house of highest responsibility.
1900 - 27800
1945 - 97260 1966 - 159600 1975 - 203500
1905 - 32300 1950 - 103240 1967 - 164700 1976 - 209100
1915 - 42900 1960 - 132500 1969 - 175000 1978 - 220430
1920 - 48100 1961 - 136700 1970 - 180000 1979 - 226250
1925 - 60750 1962 - 140840 1971 - 183600 1980 - 231700
1930 - 76500 1963 - 145260 1972 - 187800 1981 - 236570
1935 - 86400 1964 - 150200 1973 - 191074 1982 - 241180
1940 - 92100 1965 - 154500 1974 - 198900 1983 - Falcone
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SOLO EUPHONA INNER-PLAYER
This remarkable
instrument is the Euphona Inner-Player equipped with the
well-known patented Solo Carola mechanism, the only device
ever made whereby solo and accompaniment notes can be struck
independently or simultaneously throughout the entire length
of the keyboard with any desired degree of power. The result
is a player-piano of the highest artistic merit. The Solo
Euphona Inner-Player is made in its entirety by
The
Cable Company, Chicago,
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STARCK
P.A.
From its first
appearance a great many years ago it has been the ambition of
the manufacturers of the Starck piano to create an instrument
distinctive in its expression of the skill and care by which
it is produced. The Starck reproducing piano is a triumph in
the most advanced department of construction. It has won the
indorsement of many artists, and the Starck grand has been
used and highly praised by pianists, vocalist's operatic
artists whose testimonials form a sheaf of strength to these
instruments. The Starck player-pianos include the latest
improvements by which are insured the most artistic effects
and permit widest range of expression. Starck player-pianos
are made in both grand and upright cases.
1960 - 158800
1962 - 169000 1964 - 183000 1966 - 207000
1961 - 163000 1963 - 176000 1965 - 195000 1967 - 219000
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SOLOTONE
The name adopted by
Schaff
Bros. Co. of Huntington. Ind., for their
player-pianos. Instruments of such attractive characteristics
and musical qualities as to have made them favorites wherever
known.
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STARR
Est. 1872
Manufaturers
of Cumberland, Duchess, Gennett, Krell, Minum, Tayser, Royal, Pullman,
Remington, Richmond, Coronado, Schmoller & Mueller. Some
coin operated Pianos.
The Starr Piano Co.
was organized in 1872 at Richmond, Ind., by men whose names
rapidly became known as among the best of American piano
builders. The foundation based upon advanced methods and a
careful detail of workmanship soon received its award by the
constant growth.
At competitive
exhibitions held the Starr pianos have invariably obtained
the highest awards, and number among the honor's awards at
the Cincinnati Industrial Exposition in 1880, the Chicago
World's Fair in 1898, the National International Exposition
in 1897, the St. Louis Exposition in 1904, the Seattle
Exposition in 1909, the Panama California Exposition in 1915,
and many others. Starr-made grand pianos are built in three
sizes.
The smallest size is
but five feet two inches long and bears the company's
copyrighted trademark "Minimum,"
which
indicates the exclusive features of this instrument. The
other sizes of parlor and concert grand are well adapted for
the field in which that class of instrument is used. Several
models of upright pianos and player-pianos are made. In each
of them the style and dimensions are varied to meet the
particular requirement toward which the design of the
instrument has been directed. The fundamental element of
proper musical manufacture, the pure, even quality scale, is
universally used, and the feeling which the resultant tone
quality has obtained warrants the highest commendation. An
extended number of models of player-pianos are likewise made.
Many of the Starr models bear the exclusive feature of Starr
light a luminous music well, making more attractive evening'
playing.
Serial numbers are on January 1 of year
shown.
|
1895
- |
8000 |
|
1911
- |
92000 |
|
1923
- |
163200 |
|
1935
- |
226000 |
|
1900
- |
23000 |
|
1912
- |
99000 |
|
1924
- |
177000 |
|
1936
- |
233000 |
|
1901
- |
30000 |
|
1913
- |
106000 |
|
1925
- |
189000 |
|
1937
- |
235000 |
|
1902
- |
37000 |
|
1914
- |
113000 |
|
1926
- |
213000 |
|
1938
- |
239000 |
|
1903
- |
44000 |
|
1915
- |
120000 |
|
1927
- |
000400 |
|
1939
- |
243000 |
|
1904
- |
51000 |
|
1916
- |
127000 |
|
1928
- |
000800 |
|
1940
- |
246000 |
|
1905
- |
58000 |
|
1917
- |
134000 |
|
1929
- |
001400 |
|
1941
- |
247000 |
|
1906
- |
62000 |
|
1918
- |
140000 |
|
1930
- |
001800 |
|
1942
- |
248000 |
|
1907
- |
65900 |
|
1919
- |
148000 |
|
1931
- |
208000 |
|
1946
- |
250000 |
|
1908
- |
67900 |
|
1920
- |
149000 |
|
1932
- |
213000 |
|
1947
- |
252000 |
|
1909
- |
75000 |
|
1921
- |
153000 |
|
1933
- |
218000 |
|
1948
- |
260000 |
|
1910
- |
85220 |
|
1922
- |
156600 |
|
1934
- |
223000 |
|
1949
- |
270000 |
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SOLO-CONCERTO
The leading player
piano of the H. C. Bay Co. line, to whom refer. One style is
manufactured equipped with the reliable H. C. Bay player
action, made in its entirety in the H. C. Bay factory at
Bluffton, Ind. Beautifully finished, and of fine musical
tone, a player for the most exclusive trade. The H. C. Bay
player action is proclaimed as one which "will be
acclaimed by every tuner, and player regulator looking after
the instruments. H. C. Bay player pianos have won a prominent
place in the world of music and their production increases
rapidly as the desirability of these instruments becomes
known.
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STEINWAY & SONS
Almost from the first arrival
in New York of the Steinway family, in 1850, the name has
been famous in the history of the American piano. The single
aim of the founder was to produce an ideal instrument, and
with what grand and satisfactory results, the career of the
house which he founded attests. The Steinway piano is
distinctly and indisputably artistic in its sphere. Its
development is a fascinating story and lends honor and credit
to its makers as well as to the art of piano-making.
"Steinway" pianos are made in all styles and for
all climes and all lands; uprights, grands and concert
grands. There is no need to season a piano for destination.
The first Steinway piano was
made by Henry Engelhard Steinway, with his own hands. Its
construction occupied a whole year. When Theodore Steinway,
for whom this famous piano was built, was fourteen years old,
the business of manufacture was so well perfected that the
Steinway piano took the premium at the Brunswick Fair.
The Steinway over strung pianos
were next exhibited at the American Institute, held in the
New York Crystal Palace, in 1855, and took all prizes. The
London Exposition followed in 1862, and the Paris Exposition
in 1867, at which the Steinway pianos received the first
prize medal and the grand gold medal, respectively. The piano
received at least thirty-five premiums at the principal fairs
in the United States between the years 1855 and 1862, since
which time the house has been an exhibitor at international
expositions only. The "Steinway" has been used by
the most eminent artists of both hemispheres and is as well
known in art circles of the Old World as it is in the New.
There has been no change in
the Steinway goal. Perfection is still the aim and the
result, skilled craftsmanship is still the means loyalty and
pride have simply been spilled over from family worker to
factory worker. Where mass production logically stresses
speed, economy, and replaceable parts, the Steinways still
stress beauty, quality, and durability.
The Steinway piano is too well
known to require any great endorsement here. In every
consumer publication, in every era for over one hundred and
fifty years, Steinway is the standard of comparison the world
over. Any statement contrary to that fact is simply
competitors defeat and is not worthy of comment here.
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STEINWAY PIANOLA
An artistic
instrument consisting of the Steinway piano equipped with a
Duo-Art Reproducing action. It was marketed solely by The
Aeolian Co., New York.
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STANDARD
Manufactured by the
Harrington Department of Hardman, Peck &
Co., New York. A moderately priced instrument which
fulfills in complete measure the public requirements. Its
tone is very musical, and the vital qualities are perpetuated
by durability. Special attention has been given to Standard
case designs, executed by one of the most famous designers.
For general charm and correctness of detail, these
instruments are unique in their class. The name
"Standard" is a registered trademark belonging to
Hardman. Peck & Co.
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STEINERT
The development of
the Steinert piano has covered a period of many years under
the personal direction of Alexander Steinert, present head of
the house. His expert knowledge of practical piano building
and the application of scientific principles of construction
has been employed in bringing the Steinert piano to its
present state of excellence.
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STEGER & SONS
The great industry by
which Steger & Sons Grand and upright pianos, player
pianos. player grand pianos, reproducing uprights and grand
pianos and Steger phonographs are manufactured was
established in 1879 and Incorporated in 1892 as the Steger
& Sons Piano Mfg. Co. The factories were at Steger, III.,
where the Dixie highway and Lincoln highway meet, twenty-nine
miles from Chicago, on the Chicago & Eastern Illinois
Railroad.
The town, which was
founded by the late John V. Steger for the purpose of
establishing there the great industry, has developed into a
place of importance generally speaking, and of vast
importance in its relation to piano manufacture. The town
occupies a tract of 1,500 acres and the land was purchased by
the company for development along the lines which have given
to it a conspicuous place. Steger is a community of
intelligent, progressive citizens, the larger proportion of
whom are workers in the piano factories controlled by Steger
& Sons Piano Mfg. Co.
Most of the workers
own their own homes, which were built by the company and sold
to employ on easy payments at cost of erection. The town is
supplied with all of the conveniences of a modern city and
the school system is a matter of local pride. Owing to the
relations which exist between the piano industry and its
employees there never arises any of the unrest which
sometimes interferes with the progress of industrial
communities. Strikes are never known there and the policy
long ago adopted has insured not only the prosperity of
individuals by the advancement of the Steger & Sons
instruments throughout the entire country. Steger & Sons
pianos, possessing beautiful tone and artistic excellence,
have attained to a place of distinction in the musical world.
From the first it has been the policy to insist upon the most
careful workmanship and first cost has not been considered in
any of the parts or processes which go to the creation of
these instruments.
They are represented
and sold by a very large proportion of the prominent and
progressive piano merchants of the United States. They are
found in many of the leading musical colleges and
conservatories, and are bought by discriminating lovers of
music. A feature of the Steger & Sons' pianos is the
artistic case designs, and to this end a special art
department is maintained in which are employed noted experts
in the creation of original effects.
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STECK, GEORGE
Steck pianos have for
a great many years sustained a high place in the musical
world. They are recognized as among the few old standard
makes the fame of which survives. Some of the most
distinguished artists have endorsed the Steck piano and in
doing so have taken personal interest in testifying to the
value of the many improvements and inventions contained in
these instruments. The Steck Pianola is a
combination of the Steck piano and the Pianola
player action.
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STERLING
Sterling pianos and
player-pianos have long been favorites among the
characteristically American instruments. They are of fine
tone quality and their standing in the world of music is all
the commendation that could be he desired by the most
critical piano lover. In fact, "Sterling" is a name
high in the annals of the American piano. It is the name of
the founder of the industry, which was incorporated in 1866.
The Sterling Instruments stand as representative of the high
attainments of American craftsmanship and in every particular
they are recognized as leaders among people of discriminating
tastes.
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SPECTOR & SON
Pianos and
player-pianos of good character and durability are
manufactured by the Spector & Son Piano Co.
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SPENCER
Pianos and
player-pianos of attractive designs and fine tone are
manufactured by the Spencer Piano Co., Inc. Spencer pianos
and players have attained a good place in the musical world
and the industry is growing rapidly.
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SPIES
Manufactured by
Kohler
& Campbell, Inc., Fiftieth St. and Eleventh
Ave., New York City, A popular priced piano of a dependable
value instrument that sells easily and gives satisfaction.
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STANDARD
The name of a notable
player piano action manufactured by the Standard Pneumatic
Action Company, of New York City, the largest industry of its
kind in the world. The trademark letter "S" is
found on all products from this company, on patent plate in a
spool box. The Standard Pneumatic Action embodies many
exclusive patented features of great value. This company is
an organization of player specialists whose success has been
unparalleled. Manufacturers of more than 375,000 player
actions in 15 years.
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ST.
REGIS
This is a popular
priced, durable piano one of the products of the great house
of Baldwin.
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STIEFF, CHAS. M.
Pianos and
player-pianos of excellent reputation, manufactured by Chas.
M. Stieff, Inc., Baltimore, Md. The Chas. M. Stieff piano is
among the old and conservatively made instruments. These
pianos are durable, well made and sustain the character of
their makers as a responsible business house.
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STORY & CLARK
Grands, uprights and
player-pianos bearing this name are products of the old and
responsible firm of the Story & Clark Piano Co., of
Chicago, Ill., and Grand Haven, Mich., the extensive factory
being in the latter city.
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STEHLE
William Stehle, 1006
W. Lexington St., Baltimore, Md., makes a meritorious
instrument and one to be commended for tone quality and
durability. The name of an expert piano maker who, after long
association with a famous old Chicago industry, has been
manufacturing fine pianos and player-pianos which bear his
name A small industry of high ambitions. Established in 1924.
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STODART
Manufactured by the
Stodart Piano Co, at Southern Blvd. and Trinity Ave, New York
Trademark registered in 1892. The first Stodart piano was
built in 1832. This company is controlled by Jacob
Doll & Sons, Incorporated, The
"Stodart" is an instrument of established
reputation and merit and has a wide reputation throughout the
trade. Jacob Doll & Sons
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STRAUBE
Manufactured by the
Straube Piano Company in its modern, complete factory at
Hammond, Ind., 19 miles from Chicago. The Artronome Player
Action which is installed only in Straube made pianos, was
invented, developed and is now manufactured exclusively by
the Straube Company in its own factory. The feature of this
player action, which has attracted extraordinary attention,
is its dependability the fact that it has reduced service
calls to an absolute minimum. This dependability is the
result of the many distinctive and exclusive features, both
in design and construction, of the player action. Chief of
these is the patented Pendulum Valve, by which troubles due
to friction and corrosion in the valve mechanism are avoided.
Straube Grands and Reproducing Grands are also made complete
in the Straube factories.
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STRATFORD
Excellent pianos made
under the direction of the Foster-Armstrong Co.
division in their great factories at East Rochester, N. Y.
The models of this instrument are appealing and are designed
in conformance with the most desirable furniture of today.
Various kinds of veneers are used and happily matched in a
pattern and blended with a fine sense of color taste so as to
be particularly pleasing to the eye. The scales of the
Stratford piano are drafted with great smoothness, so that
there is an entire avoidance of breaks, thus producing from
the lowest bass to the highest treble note a perfectly
uniform tone.
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STRICH & ZEIDLER
Strich & Zeidler
pianos and player-pianos make their appeal to the limited
circle of music lovers who are not influenced by great names
and are willing to pay good prices for fine instruments. They
are represented by many of the foremost piano houses
throughout the country. Mr. William Strich, who founded the
Strich & Zeidler piano many years ago, is an expert piano
maker of distinction and his name is an ample guaranty of the
quality of Strich & Zeidler instruments.
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STROHBER
The Strohber piano
from the beginning has been an instrument of marked
individuality and durable quality. It is one of the
"Pianos of Character" manufactured by the
Smith,
Barnes & Strohber Division of the Continental
Piano Co. at Milwaukee factory. The "Strohber
Diminutive" was introduced in 1921
and met with instantaneous success, due to its wonderful
quality. It is a practical piano of modest proportion and
design, with a tone remarkable for volume and quality. It is
eminently adapted for the small apartment or bungalow, as
well as the schoolroom. The diminutive player marks a
distinct advance in player construction.
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STROUD
One of the several
pianos manufactured by the Aeolian Company,
of New York. Stroud pianos are in every way reliable and they
are instruments of unquestioned merit. The tone is
fascinating and the construction durable and dependable.
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STUDIO
Designation applied
to a style of the famous Autopiano
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STUDIO GRAND
A famous small grand
piano only 5 feet long are known by this name. It is the
instrument made by the Christman Piano Co.,
New York, which has won fame by reason of the distinctive
character, flawless tone quality and beauty of design and
construction.
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STULTZ & BAUER
Pianos, player-pianos
and reproducing pianos of distinction by one of New York's
responsible and most reputable industries. They are handsome
instruments, of fine tone quality, and belong among the
high-grade pianos in every particular. The Stultz & Bauer
pianos, player-pianos and reproducing pianos are fine
instruments which enjoy deserved distinction. These admirable
instruments are made in grands, uprights and player-pianos
and the name of Stultz & Bauer is in itself a guarantee
of merit and security. The industry of Stultz & Baner is
owned and controlled solely by members of the Bauer family,
under whose personal supervision every instrument is built.
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STULTZ & CO.
Good pianos
manufactured by Stultz & Co., which industry is
controlled by the Bjur Bros. Co., with factory at 705
Whitlock Ave., New York. Also make player-pianos bearing same
name and of popular character.
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STURZ
BROS
Sturz Bros. pianos
and piano-players are distinctly high-grade instruments. In
tone, finish and construction they have the right to an
enviable position.
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