1914 Mason & Hamlin AA
6’ 4” Grand Piano
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Mason & Hamlin established 1854 in Boston, Massachusetts
Mason & Hamlin is considered one of the finest piano makers of all time. Established in Boston, Massachusetts in 1854, Mason & Hamlin began as an organ manufacturer for the first few decades of their history. They began building pianos in the early 1880s, and instantly their instruments were celebrated as some of the finest pianos in the world. Mason & Hamlin introduced several innovations, including the patented ‘tensions resonator’, which set their pianos apart from the competition. The tone of Mason & Hamlin pianos is typically American — lush, singing, and powerful, not unlike the Steinway in basic character, but with an even more powerful bass and a clearer treble.
This 1914 Mason & Hamlin AA grand piano was built during the Golden Age of the Piano and one of the greatest periods in their history of manufacturing pianos. The instrument has a vibrant tone with a robust and singing sound. New Abel hammers, shanks, and flanges were installed in 2010.
Mason & Hamlin grand pianos have larger soundboards than comparable size pianos from other companies. They achieve this by having a wider tail which allows for a bigger soundboard. So, this piano has as big and rich a sound as a concert grand piano without taking up as much space in your home.
Description:
Normal wear and tear with minor scratches. This instrument is maintained in a climate controlled residential environment. No repairs needed.
- Type: 6’4” Grand
- Finish: Ebony
- Style: Traditional
- Comments: Prime vintage 1914 Mason & Hamlin AA Grand Piano. Excellent original condition, lovingly cared for. New Abel hammers, shanks, and flanges were installed in 2010. Moving to be paid for and arranged by the buyer.
Endorsers & Owners of Mason & Hamlin pianos (past and present)
Maurice Ravel – Pianist and Composer, Sergei Rachmaninoff – Pianist and Composer, Franz Liszt– Pianist and Composer, Arthur Rubinstein – Pianist, Jonathan Chain (of Journey), Isaac Slade (of The Fray), Vanessa Carlton – Grammy-winning Pianist and Composer, Brian Culbertson– Award-winning Jazz Pianist and Composer, Elida Dakoli – Classical Pianist, and Ron Tanski – Blues Pianist, Vocalist, Jarrod Radnich – Pianist and Composer, and many others!
Testimonials about Mason & Hamlin pianos of this vintage:
Franz Liszt “What a magnificent instrument! It is worthy of all praise and admiration!” (Letter from Franz to Mason & Hamlin, Weimar, June 12, 1883) Franz Liszt Museum, Budapest
Maurice Ravel “The Mason & Hamlin pianoforte serves magnificently the composer’s concept by its extensive range in dynamics, as well as quality of tone, not short of being a small orchestra, in my opinion the Mason & Hamlin is a real work of art.”
Sergei Rachmaninoff “I desired to play Mason & Hamlin pianos because I believe they would be the most satisfactory to me in my work. In my opinion, these instruments must satisfy all musicians and artists of first rank, as well as music lovers in general. I feel that if I have succeeded in making even the slightest impression upon the public by my playing, a great part of my success is due to your instruments.”
Arthur Rubinstein “One of the Most Beautiful Pianos I have ever had a chance to play.” (Autobiography, 1921)
