#300 • 1988 STEINWAY & SONS MODEL "O" PIANO

Part of BA079C - BRUNKS BEST OF 2026! (timed auction by Brunk's Online Auction)

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Category: Music

1988 STEINWAY & SONS MODEL "O" "LIVINGROOM GRAND" PIANO MADE IN HAMBURG, GERMANY 5' 10" LONG (KEYS TO TAIL) SERIAL # 504821 FACTORY CASE CODE - S 1634 GLOSS EBONY (BLACK) FINISH USED RETAIL SHOWROOM VALUE - $45,000 - $55,000 NEW STEINWAY MODEL "O" - $100,000+ "Among pianists, technicians, and collectors, late-1980s Hamburg Steinways are highly prized. - The European "Voice": Hamburg Steinways from this era are famous for a clarity, singing treble tone, and slightly cleaner note separation compared to their New York counterparts. - Premium Materials: Hamburg instruments traditionally utilized high-quality Renner action components and specific German felts, giving them an exceptionally responsive, smooth touch under the fingers. - Rarity: In North America, Hamburg Steinways from 1988 are much less common than New York builds, making them highly desirable on the secondary market." "The "Hamburg Premium": Discerning pianists and collectors actively hunt for German-built Steinways. Because they are relatively rare in North America, they often fetch a 10% to 20% premium over a New York Model L or Model O of the same age." "A classic Polished Ebony (high-gloss) or Satin Ebony finish holds the most universal resale value."