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New Bechstein A1 VS. Baldwin 1992 6'3" #148377 07/20/08 08:44 PM
Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None F fnkyazn OP Full Member
OP fnkyazn Full Member F Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None	Bechstein A1 49.5 In = 15,900 Baldwin 1992 6'3" = 14,975 They are both in nice condition, the Baldwin could use some technical work. For those who have played both: what would you pick? I was told the Bechstein A1 uses strings equivalent to a 6 ft. grand, I wouldn't know though. Personally, the Bechstein A1 sounded better to me. However, I'm no expert, so I'd like to hear from the more experienced crowd. I'm making my final decision/purchase this week, so, the sooner the better! Thanks!

Re: New Bechstein A1 VS. Baldwin 1992 6'3" #148378 07/20/08 08:45 PM
Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None F fnkyazn OP Full Member
OP fnkyazn Full Member F Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None	There's also a 1992, 5'8", both are artists grands.

Re: New Bechstein A1 VS. Baldwin 1992 6'3" #148379 07/20/08 08:49 PM
Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None F fnkyazn OP Full Member
OP fnkyazn Full Member F Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None	1990* my bad, asking price is 16,900 (from owner) OHHH Sorry, I'm not very organized at the moment. There are two Steinway Uprights, ranging from 1920-2002, all similair price range, all 1098 models, the oldest only has two pedals (probably out of the question for me), would anybody recommend the Steinway 1098 over the other pianos?

Re: New Bechstein A1 VS. Baldwin 1992 6'3" #148380 07/21/08 02:28 AM
Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 152 CA RoseMe Full Member
RoseMe Full Member Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 152 CA	I think you will be happier in the long run to get a grand piano. You should bring a technician to evaluate any used piano. I purchased a used piano over a new grand piano and I am very happy with my decision. Best of luck to you!

Re: New Bechstein A1 VS. Baldwin 1992 6'3" #148381 07/21/08 08:39 PM
Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None F fnkyazn OP Full Member
OP fnkyazn Full Member F Joined: Jun 2008 Posts: 65 None	Thanks! However, I've actually made my decision (after not seeing a post in 24 hours) I grew slightly impatient. However, after putting some thought, I realized I probably wouldn't be able to get ahold of a technician any time soon, I went ahead with the Bechstein A1. It's arriving on Thursday!

Re: New Bechstein A1 VS. Baldwin 1992 6'3" #148382 07/22/08 12:28 AM
Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,126 Texas TX-Dennis 4000 Post Club Member
TX-Dennis 4000 Post Club Member Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 4,126 Texas	Congratulations, fnkyazn. Enjoy your wonderful new piano! Dennis flickr