Maker reference
Steingrber & Shne Pianos
History, relative rating, UK availability and examples handled by Roberts Pianos Oxford.
Guide rating
70-90
Photo Gallery
Steingraeber & Söhne Grand Piano in mahogany
Steingraeber & Söhne Upright Piano in black
At a glance
Steingrber & Shne facts
Make: Steingrber & Shne
Made in: Bayreuth, Germany
Made by: Eduard Steingraeber
Rating: 70-90
Estimated Number In UK: 250
Year and serial number:
1860 – 1000
1880 – 4000
1900 – 9750
1930 – 23750
1950 – 25800
1970 – 31420
1990 – 38000
2008 – 45800
2009 – 46000
Comments
Highly respected maker of top quality new pianos. Although Steingraeber have made over 10,000 pianos, few of these can be found in the UK. Most date from about the year 2000. They have a serious rich tone and very finely adjusted touch; highly recommended. Steingraeber have also experimented with the “Phoenix” system which allows less pressure on the soundboard, therefore letting it vibrate more freely. If you are considering one of these they have a unique subtle tone but bear in mind that there are a great number of unusual overtones in the treble due to the unique bridge system. However we find the tone quite special and are enthusiastic about the Phoenix system.
Steingraeber also sometimes use mammoth ivory for their keyboards in the Phoenix pianos.
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