Piano Styles and Dealers: Instrument Rentals

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Instrument Rentals

Used Pianos / Piano Rentals

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Be it a need to rent a piano for your upcoming concert performance or simply because you’d like to try before you buy, we have a program that will work for you! Sherman Clay offers many piano rental options.

Steinway Piano Gallery maintains an unparalleled inventory of used, rebuilt and reconditioned Steinway pianos. As a result of our trade-in program for those who wish to move up to a Steinway, we also have a selection of other popular brands. We are happy to help you choose the piano that best suits your needs and your budget.

We offer short term and month-to-month rental options. Whether you are starting your child in piano lessons or renting a Concert Grand for your performance, Steinway can meet your needs. After your choice is made, we will co-ordinate delivery, set up, tuning, and return of the instrument. To further assist you in your special event planning, Steinway offers a musician referral service. Click on the tab to your right for information about the appropriate rental program for you.

Used Pianos

Partial Listing

Pre-Owned/Rebuilt Pianos

Brand/Model	Description	Finish	Year
Everett	40” console	Pecan	1968
Wm. Knabe KM	40” console	Pecan	1976
Conover Cable CC-144F	44” console	Oak
Yamaha P-22	46” studio	Walnut	1988
Yamaha M2G	42” console	Walnut	1973
Yamaha P-22	46” studio	Oak	1997
Yamaha U1	48” studio	Pol Eby	1985
Yamaha U3	52” studio	Pol Eby	1983
Kimball 5883	5’8” grand	Oak	1980
Yamaha DGA1E Disklavier	4’11” grand	Pol Eby	2003
Kawai RX-2	5’10” grand	Pol Eby	1995
Yamaha C3	6’1” grand	Pol Eby	1994
Steinway L	5’10 ¾ grand	Walnut	1965
Steinway O Rebuilt	5’ 10 ¾” grand	Ebony	1917
Steinway L Chippendale Rebuilt	5’10 ½” grand	Mahogany	1943
Technics PX665	Digital piano	Rosewood	2003
Boston UP-118S	46” studio	Mahogany	2005

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Steinway Piano Buyer's Guide

The piano has been a favorite of artists and music lovers since its introduction in the early 1700s. And it is the preferred instrument for introducing a student to music because of its appeal and versatility as either a solo or accompanying instrument.
A well-constructed piano adds beauty and elegance to your home and can provide a lifetime of musical enjoyment. Choosing the right piano can be a very pleasant and rewarding experience for an informed buyer. This guide will assist you in educating yourself on how to select the right piano - based on your specific needs.
Whether the instrument will be played by an accomplished musician or a child just starting lessons, or will simply become a beautiful addition to your home, your personal objectives will help narrow the field of choices and make your selection process easier. More Info
How a Piano Works
When a player's finger strikes a key, it sets the key action (a series of levers connected to a felt hammer) in motion. The hammer strikes one, or a combination of metal strings, which causes them to vibrate. The vibrations are transmitted from the strings to the soundboard through bass and treble bridges. The soundboard converts the vibrations into what is known as piano tone, and amplifies the notes so that they can be heard.
There are over 12,000 specific parts in the typical piano, all of which must function with ease and accuracy.
Selecting a Piano
Grand vs. Vertical
Along with your personal musical requirements, the size of the room where the piano will be placed is an important consideration when determining which size of piano is appropriate. Sound quality and volume is directly related to the size of the soundboard and length of its strings. Therefore, the larger the piano, the better it will sound. If you have the available space and budget, you will be happier with a grand piano. That being said, a high quality vertical is a better choice than a low quality grand.
The major difference between an vertical and a grand piano, other than looks and size, is the position of the soundboard. In a grand piano, the soundboard and strings are positioned horizontally; in a vertical piano, they are positioned vertically. For this reason, verticals are commonly called vertical pianos. Another difference is the key actionâ€”in a grand piano the action works with gravity and is more responsive than a vertical.
Steinway designed vertical pianos range from 43-52 inches high and take up about the same amount of floor space (5 feet in width, 2 feet in depth) regardless of height. A vertical is a good choice where space is limited. However, a piano that is too small will look like an afterthought and will not fill the room with sound.
The Steinway-designed family of pianos is comprised of 3 complete lines of grand and vertical pianos able to meet any space and performance criteria. Whether you're looking for a vertical piano for a smaller space, or a grand piano to fill a concert stage, there's a member of the Family of Steinway-designed pianos that's perfect for you.
Servicing Your Piano
Routine service is an important part of piano ownership, and you should consider it no more unusual than the maintenance program you would have for any other fine mechanical object you own. There are three basic steps in maintaining the sound of your piano: tuning, which brings the piano back to pitch; voicing, which affects the piano's tone, or quality of sound; and regulation, or the adjustment of the action mechanism which affects the touch of the piano.
Tuning and voicing are different aspects of adjusting the piano to its optimum standard of performance. Tuning is the adjustment of the piano's strings to the correct pitch. Voicing is the adjustment of the piano's tone or sound and is done by softening or hardening the hammers and adjusting various parts of the piano's keyboard mechanism. Regardless of its original voicing, every piano will acquire a somewhat brighter tone with time as the hammer felts become compacted the more they are struck against the strings.
Continue reading the full 21-page Buying Guide.
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The History of Sherman Clay

As Sherman Clay enters the 21st century, it stands unique. Few companies have operated continuously for over 135 years.
Leander Sherman founded Sherman Clay in San Francisco, California in 1870.There were no automobiles in the city. It would be six years before electricity was available and nine years before the telephone appeared on the West Coast. Leander Sherman worked to bring the finest concert artists and opera stars to the city. Many of them performed at Sherman Clay's own concert hall.
In 1892, Sherman Clay was authorized as a Steinway dealer.It was around then that Leander Sherman began a lifelong friendship with Paderewski, famed composer and concert artist.
"My good friend, Leander Sherman," wrote Paderewski, "always makes San Francisco a most delightful place to visit."
Through earthquakes, world wars, the depression, Sherman Clay has continued to provide for the musical needs of its customers.
Over the years, the company has adapted to changes in musical taste and technology. More people have purchased pianos from Sherman Clay than any other retailer. Today, the company operates in California, Washington, Oregon, Texas, and Arizona.

Piano Styles and Dealers

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Instrument Rentals

Used Pianos / Piano Rentals

Be it a need to rent a piano for your upcoming concert performance or simply because you’d like to try before you buy, we have a program that will work for you! Sherman Clay offers many piano rental options.

Used Pianos

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