Table of Contents
- 1 What is the value of my Wurlitzer piano?
- 2 Are old Wurlitzer pianos good?
- 3 How much does it cost to tune a Wurlitzer piano?
- 4 Where is the serial number on a Wurlitzer piano?
- 5 How old is a Wurlitzer piano?
- 6 Can a piano be tuned after 20 years?
- 7 Are Wurlitzer’s good pianos?
- 8 What is a Lester Piano worth?
What is the value of my Wurlitzer piano?
What is the average Wurlitzer piano worth? You can expect to pay/sell your piano between $600 at the low end and $1500 at the high end. This is providing it’s a Wurlitzer acoustic piano. Console pianos will be more towards the $1500 end, and the spinet pianos will be cheaper.
How do I know if my piano is worth anything?
To determine if your piano can be sold, there are some basic things to ponder: overall appearance, brand, and age/condition. Overall Appearance: People who buy decent-quality pianos of higher value usually have well-decorated environments for them to be placed.
Are old Wurlitzer pianos good?
Wurlitzer pianos are considered to be extremely durable. Wurlitzer pianos may not be considered to be on the same level as Steinway, Mason & Hamlin, or Yamaha but they are considered to be solid instruments. A good middle ground between quality and value.
How do you date a Wurlitzer?
The earliest models, from 1954-1956 (110, 111, 112, perhaps 112A) usually have an un-cryptic date stamped into the wood near the damper mechanism. The rare 110 tends to have a month and year date stamp on the SIDE of its lowest hey. A stamp that reads “1254” probably means “December 1954.
How much does it cost to tune a Wurlitzer piano?
Tuning, Voicing, & Basic Repairs: $100-300+
| Bench Rate | $95/Hr |
|---|---|
| Tuning & Voicing (First in years or decades) | 2-7+ Hr |
| Tuning & Voicing (Follow Up 1-3yr) | 1-2 Hr |
| Reed Replacement | Approx .25Hr +Parts |
| Other Basic Repairs | 0.5-1.5 Hr |
How do you read a piano serial number?
Serial number locations are found:
- 1) On the piano’s cast iron plate.
- 2) Under the opened lid on the ledge, stamped on a little plaque, to the right or to the left.
- 3) Stamped on the back of the piano; near the top of the wood frame.
Where is the serial number on a Wurlitzer piano?
Look at the inner sides of the piano near where the upper-facing cover was mounted. A printed sticker may be on the interior of either the left or right side. Turn the piano around and look at the rear of the soundboard. If the serial and model numbers are printed nowhere else, they must be printed on the rear.
Why did Wurlitzer stop making pianos?
Baldwin ceased making Wurlitzer-brand pianos in 2009. Vending machines are still manufactured in Germany using the Wurlitzer name under Gibson ownership. The company ceased manufacturing jukeboxes in 2013, but still sells replacement parts….Wurlitzer.
| Type | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Parent | Baldwin Piano Company |
| Website | Wurlitzer Jukeboxes |
How old is a Wurlitzer piano?
The instrument was invented by Benjamin Miessner, who had worked on various types of electric pianos since the early 1930s. The first Wurlitzer was manufactured in 1954, and production continued until 1984.
Do they still make Wurlitzer pianos?
The Wurlitzer piano and organ brands and U.S. manufacturing facilities were acquired by the Baldwin Piano & Organ Co. (commonly called the Baldwin Piano Company) in 1988, and most piano manufacturing moved overseas. The company ceased manufacturing jukeboxes in 2013, but still sells replacement parts.
Can a piano be tuned after 20 years?
A new piano, or a piano 10, 15 or 20 years old that has never been serviced needs tuning three or four times before stabilizing. The only exception is when a new piano has been sitting on the showroom floor for several months and has gone through several in-house, or showroom tunings before purchased.
Where is the serial number located on a Wurlitzer piano?
Look at the inner sides of the piano near where the upper-facing cover was mounted. A printed sticker may be on the interior of either the left or right side. Turn the piano around and look at the rear of the soundboard. If the serial and model numbers are printed nowhere else, they must be printed on the rear.
Are Wurlitzer’s good pianos?
Wurlitzer pianoes are a good addition to invigorate any musical performance. They are both high-quality and well-designed. The tone and design of these Wurlitzer electric pianoes please musical groups and gift givers.
What is the value of a Wurlitzer Spinet piano?
Wurlitzer pianos were on the low end in quality and price and combined with the old age and small size this piano will have a rather low value today. In the current piano market your 1940 Wurlitzer spinet would be valued at approximately $300-$500 in a private sale, depending on actual condition.
What is a Lester Piano worth?
Even in its heyday, Lester pianos were a less expensive option for an in-home piano. For this reason, their unrestored value ranges between $500-1,000. Once restored, some of the more stylized and older Lester pianos can reach up to $20,000.