Kawai gm-10 piano blue book

Click on picture then back arrow on your browser to return. Kawai gm2 baby grand piano with player system 411 satin ebony. This policy means that all kawai pianos were always of the same musical quality, any difference in price was based on the case. This list does not include the many furniture styles and finishes. We contacted russell coltharp at coltharp piano world and asked him to look at the piano. After an illustrated discussion of piano structure that explains the workings of both grand and upright pianos, the book gives careful advice for purchasing a new or used piano. The 50 150cm kawai gm12 baby grand piano from the kawai gm series offers extraordinary repetition and superb control for the discerning player. The best book of this sort, a practical, downtoearth price guide, workable, easy to follow guidelines. The gm10k is known by technicians and experts as very stable, consistent pianos. Kawai piano prices and value upright, grand new, used. The website contains a wealth of free information regarding guides to appraisals and buying new and used pianos. Haines piano company built a full line of upright pianos, baby grand pianos and player pianos, and their instruments were known for being of very good quality, and the firm was very successful. In the twin cities, kawai is popular primarily because of the market penetration and volume only achievable in a chain store setup. The ge gm was the least expensive series and was called the musicians series.

Directory of advertised used piano prices blue book used piano, piano. As an aid to those buying a used steinway, i have listed all models of steinway piano made in new york city since the firms inception in 1853, serial numbers and corresponding years of manufacture, and a discussion of two issues that frequently arise in connection with used steinways. Feb 09, 20 roberts pianos are pleased to stock the kawai gm10 grand piano which we believe is the best new baby grand piano under. A real grand piano measuring 150cm in length, the gm 10k offers the same attention to detail and quality found in kawai s larger pianos in a petite size to fit any room. See more ideas about piano, kawai digital piano and digital piano. The piano buyer article has since been revised to include these comments. Any such price list would only cause confusion in the marketplace. Kawai upright pianos k15 44 polished ebony 4,900 k15 atx2 44 anytime polished ebony 8,600 506n 44 satin ebony 4,900 k2 45. Instead, its has a neutral or plain vanilla sound, at least to my ears. Kawai s rxseries of grand pianos are among the best instruments ever made by this leading manufacturer. The expert advice in this book will help you enjoy your piano more as well as care for it better. Jul 06, 2012 2007 kawai baby grand piano model gm 10 le answered by a verified musical instrument appraiser we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Kawai gm10 grand piano kawai gm series grand pianos.

Kawais gm series baby grand pianos have long been one of the most popular choices among pianist searching for an excellent smaller grand. Kawai has done an exceptional job in the sound department. Featuring an ultraslow soft fall fallboard to protect the piano and your fingers, a premium solid quartersawn spruce soundboard, adjustable music desk, antiwarp steel reinforced keyslip, a multilaminated pinblock and much. A bit of voicing to soften the mid range and clean up the treble a. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. Kawai kawai america corporation 2055 east university drive rancho dominguez, california 90220 3106311771 8004212177. How to determine the value of a used piano pianobuyer. Today i was in a piano store looking at a kawai k50 upright and i was distracted by a kawai gm 10 baby grand. By the 1970s kawai has a production of almost 50,000 pianos per year. He started in the piano business as a teenager, worked at yamaha, and became the first in japan to completely. Used, in excellent condition some are worth more than original price. It is vital to understand that piano values are determined by many factors, and a blue book can by its nature only give you a ballpark figure.

Koichi kawai was always mechanically minded, inventing early on in life. Kawai pianos for sale buy a kawai piano at pianomart. Fair market value is the price at which an item would change hands between a willing buyer and a willing seller, neither of whom is compelled to buy or sell, and each of. The value of a specific piano model may be determined on the basis of the price shown. Kawai mini grand piano educational musical instrument toy 25 keyfrom japan. Browse our available selection, or use our filters to refine your search by size, price, location, distance from you, or color. After an illustrated discussion of piano structure that explains the workings of both. Its a far better investment buying a lightly used european piano than a new piano made in the far east. Free piano prices guide new or used fair market value. Excellent condition, ebony polish cabinet with a warm full tone. A real grand piano measuring 150cm in length, the gm 10 offers the same attention to detail and quality found in kawai s larger pianos in a petite size to fit any room. Our available kawai pianos include a range of types, costs and conditions. I liked the touch very much and the sound was quite agreeable to me also. The serial numbers listed below do not apply to kx series pianos kx10, kx15, kx21.

Piano blue book piano prices manufacturers suggested. The small yet beautiful gm10k baby grand piano features many of kawai s innovations and quality components. If they designed a better piano with better parts than it does. Kawai to my ear has a richer sound and seems more consistent throughout its scale. If you are looking for similar information for yamaha, check out our yamaha piano serial number lookup page. Kawai, japans second largest piano manufacturer next to yamaha, was established in 1927 by koichi kawai and his partners in hamamatsu, japan. The thing i dislike about kawai is that it lacks a signature timbre that would give it an unmistakable character. A 2017, kawai gm10 baby grand piano for sale with a black case.

The kawai piano company was started in the 1920s in japan with the idea of one day creating one of the largest and highest quality piano factories in the world. Designed for optimum speed and responsiveness, the millennium iii offers extraordinary repetition and superb control for the discerning player. By 1955 shigeru kawai led the company into modern manufacturing and by 1963 launched kawai centers around the world. To verify a kx model serial number please contact kawai technical support at 8004212177, ext. We offer a wide range of new kawai grand, upright, hybrid and digital pianos for sale. The model and serial number of kawai piano is printed on your warranty card and the receipt when you bought the piano from kawai retailer from your local area in case you need to sell or buy second hand piano but didnt have this info handy, we listed some alternatives you can locate them. Our piano store sells good used and reconditioned kawai pianos. Prices of new or used kawai upright and grand pianos. In 1989, hirotaka kawai took on the presidency of the company and for the first time expanded production outside of japan. Like new kawai gm10k baby grand piano orange county, ca. The cover is made out of a black padded, quilted materialwith the outer layer being made of nylon, in a 4 diamond pattern. The blue book of pianos website is a great resource for finding the value of a piano.

Like new, well maintained piano, beautiful sound, kept covered and indoors, perfect acoustics for compact space description. Jan 01, 20 measuring 150cm in length, the gm 10 offers the same attention to detail and quality found in kawai s larger pianos in a petite size to fit any room. This method can be used when a piano needs extensive, quantifiable repair work. Main features kawai ultraresponsive action exclusive abs styran action parts exclusive carbon jack premium spruce soundboard full sostenuto pedal.

A real grand piano measuring 150cm in length, the gm10 offers the same attention to detail and quality found in kawai s larger pianos in a petite size to fit any room. Measuring 61 in length, the rx3 grand piano by kawai is a true performers piano. Prices are given only for the lowestpriced style of each model. Although the serial numbers for kawai digital pianos are not included chart below, it is still helpful to know where they can be found. The book goes on to discuss the care and service of a piano, including detailed information about tuning, moving, repairs, and cleaning. Kawai gm10k is an impressive musical addition to your home or studio setting. The action design and components are comparable in the kawai ge and rx series pianos. It means too that everyone receives equal value since there is only one price for a kawai piano and that is the factory authorized price. Sep 02, 2017 2009 kawai gm 10k grand piano overview.

We have a huge selection of used and secondhand pianos for sale. Both pianos are assembled in indonesia though we are informed that all kawai parts are made in japan so we assume that this is probably the case with the yamaha. Featuring kawai s new grand feel iii keyboard action, contemporary cabinet designs, and an updated lcd touchscreen ui with sister piano remote control app, the new kawai concert artist ca series ca99 and ca79 capture the essence of playing a fine concert grand piano while offering the finest in digital piano performance. The purpose of this article is to comment on and clarify the information in piano buyer on determining the value of a used piano. Kawai america corporation established in 1963 and kawai canada music offer a complete line of kawai acoustic pianos, digital pianos, hybrid instruments and professional products to musicians across the united states and canada through a network of authorized dealers. This is the kawai difference that you will hear and feel for years to come. The action design and components are comparable to those in our ge and rx series pianos to provide outstanding touch and playability. Today i was in a piano store looking at a kawai k50 upright and i was distracted by a kawai gm10 baby grand. Piano cover for a kawai gm10 piano which measures 50 in length. Kawai piano pricing guide suggested list prices bluebook of. The inner layer is a soft material to prevent any damage to your piano. Kawai gm10 baby grand piano for sale with a black case and square, tapered legs. These brand names listed here are of all grand pianos sold in the united states during the years shown here.

Kawai grand pianos are among the finest musical instruments in the world. The only book of its kind available, it gives complete, practical guidelines for purchasing and caring for a piano. This is why piano technicians and property appraisers apply several criteria to value used pianos. These instruments were really a rectangular box and were often very ornate, however, they were poor musical instruments even when they were new and most piano tuners refuse to even attempt to work on them. In december 2012,we purchased an old mehlin baby grand piano that had been left to the elements and exposed to dampness that caused some damage and rust. For over 90 years, kawai has been the originator of the modern piano, courageously pioneering the use of leadingedge materials ideas to advance the future of the piano art form. Though in each decade both good and bad pianos have been produced, and each piano must be judged on its own merits, this brief historical overview may give you some idea of what to expect to see as you shop for a used piano.

Attention is given to important considerations such as price, tone. This piano boasts the clear, yet warm quality of tone that makes kawai pianos so sought after. This guide contains price information of new piano that is distributed in the united states of america. These pianos are built using state of the art equipment and highprecision manufacturing. Kawai pianos are a popular choice for students, home enthusiasts and professional musicians alike. Before 1990 kawai made three series of grand pianos. A blue book of pianos is a compilation of prices of new and used pianos, which can be used to give you an estimate of a piano s value. Bluebook of pianos piano information and appraisal. Therefore, a name brand or more advertised piano name doesnt necessarily make for a better piano.

The used kawai grand piano gm10k is also a very popular choice for colleges and universities looking for a quality piano for a teaching studio or even small performance venue. This is a list current used piano prices of these models made after 1985. For kawai acoustic hybrid pianos k200 atx3 and k300 aures, the serial number is located at the top center of the iron plate under the kawai logo. The gegm was the least expensive series and was called the musicians series. Kawai remains as one of the largest multinational piano companies in the world. His older title the piano book has a wealth of information, but regarding used instruments, only broad, sweeping generalizations are discussed about pricingdepreciation. Kawai gm 12 the centerpiece of the gm 12 grand piano is the revolutionary millennium iii action featuring abscarbon. Kawai has a bright timbre, if you like the sound go for it. A bit of voicing to soften the mid range and clean up the treble a bit not much and it would be very muc. All kawai piano models and sizes 1960 to 2010 blue book of pianos. Kawai upright pianos k15 44 polished ebony 4,900 k15 atx2 44 anytime polished ebony 8,600 506n 44 satin ebony 4,900 k2 45 satin and polished ebony 6,100 k200 45 satin and polished ebony 6,600 k200 atx2 45 anytime polished ebony. Metallic gold, metallic silver, pink, blue, yellow, white. The bluebook of pianos is an invaluable handbook for anyone who owns or plans to buy a piano. Kawai gm10k baby grand classic styling with its resonant tone and classic style good looks, the 5.

This is not our business model, but kawai pianos do get traded insometimes fairly new ones, and we do sell them. From our worldrenowned 9foot concert grand uniquely designed for the concert stage to our awardwinning 50. These brand names listed here accounted for over 97% of all grand pianos sold in the united states during the last 20 years. Kawai pianos kawai america corporation kawai canada music. The materials and design specifications that pianos are made of produce the tone and touch of any given piano. Specialist steinway piano dealer, trader and wholesaler. Gorgeous 1997 grand kawai rx5 in excellent condition. Kawai upright pianos symbolize our ongoing commitment to bringing musical technology into 21st century. Kawai kg2 510 grand piano built in 1988 merriam music. In each case we show the lowest price at retail for each size. Kawai gm10 baby grand piano for sale with a black case. If you insist on buying a square piano, you should look at it strictly as a piece of furniture. This section lists the average resale prices for used pianos.