For most people the Mason and Hamlin model B would be a perfect addition to a condo, townhome or even small bungalow and like all Mason models is still 100% hand-crafted in the USA.įor more information on Mason & Hamlin, American piano building, or their website, click on the respective links. Also the Mason and Hamlin model B shares that same unique features as that larger models, but is built to fit in smaller urban spaces. It features the same rim thickness as the larger model A and AA and projects more like a 6ft grand piano. The Mason and Hamlin model B at 5’4″ is the smallest of the Mason line up, but is no slouch. Most people that understand the history of pianos would compare this way of building at marketing pianos to current brands like FAZIOLI or RAVENSCROFT who tend to over design and forget about remaining competitive in the market place. Interestingly enough the 7ft Mason and Hamlin model B B (their top model at the time) was the most expensive piano available for sale in the US between 19 and was almost double the price and material cost of the infamous Steinway model B. Material choice is equally important when constructing a pianos rim. In the early part of the 20th century Mason and Steinway were considered the best by many experts and were constantly competing to improve projection, sustain, tuning stability and other design elements to satisfy the most demanding players of the day. Mason & Hamlin Model B Grand Piano Flat-sawn Hard Rock Maple. This has been Mason’s trademark sound and has created an almost cult like following specifically in the North Eastern United Stated and Canada (Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal). All of the elements combined create a very unique experience for the player this give an incredible amount of control over dynamic range, an almost limitless projection while still retaining the clarity normally only found on European pianos.
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Some of the unique Mason and Hamlin features include the full perimeter plate, thickest hard-rock maple frames in the industry, full composite action and the tension resonator (a series of metal turnbuckles that lock the rim in place). This piano is a delight to look at and play. Color: Mahogany Finish: High Polish Action Parts: New Renner with Renner Hammers mahogany Moldings Sound Board: Original Price: 25.000.00 Description: Refinished.
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The Mason and Hamlin piano company has always been known especially for it’s robust craftsmanship, and typical lush “American” tone. Model: Mason and Hamlin B Queen Anne Serial 71151 Year: 1967 Size: 5 ft.
Although this company has had it’s ups and downs over the year it has been privately owned since 1996 and is currently rated by top technicians as one of the top 5 piano manufactures on the planet along with Fazioli, Steinway & Sons, Bosendorfer, and Shigeru Kawai. Located just outside of Boston, MA the Mason factory is one of the last remaining limited production piano houses in the world with a production of less than 300 instruments per year. Since 1854 Mason and Hamlin has been handcrafting piano in the USA. Mason and Hamlin Model B: Big Sound in a Small Package
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