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1921 Steinway & Sons Model O Grand Piano | Ebony – Restored #207397 – Undergoing Restoration @ Chupp’s Piano Service, Inc. F irst introduced in 1900, the Model O measures approx. 5’10 1/2″ in length. These pianos were discontinued by Steinway New York in 1924 and were recently reintroduced in 2005. A common sight in both homes and institutions, these pianos bridge the gap between the smaller ‘baby’ and larger parlor-style grand pianos built by Steinway. Currently undergoing restoration, Steinway Model O #207397 ‘s action will been fully rebuilt with new, highest-quality parts. This includes new dimensionally correct wippens, and new hammers mounted on new shanks, and flanges. An inspection of the piano will conclude whether to install a new damper back action or restore the existing components. The action will be fully regulated and voiced by our technicians. New premium music wire and custom copper wound bass strings will compliment blued Klinke tuning pins. A new custom-fitted pinblock made of hard rock maple coupled with a new solid spruce soundboard will ensure stability and quality of tone. Below is a list of projected work to be completed on this Model O Grand Piano. Starting Young – An Interview w/ Peter Balke Belly Work | Interior of Piano New tapered solid spruce soundboard New bridge caps New custom fit hard maple pinblock New high-quality music wire & blued tuning pins Soft copper custom manufactured bass strings Install new damper felts Refinish original damper heads Restore or replace damper back action Restore & polish original ivory keytops Re-bronze and hand letter cast iron plate New brass agraffes, new felts, and ribbons Float plate to achieve proper down bearing Tune multiple times for optimum stability Action Rebuilding & Concert Regulation Rebuild & restore action with highest quality select parts Complete extensive action regulation Execute concert level tone regulation Weigh-off action to Steinway specifications Premium Lacquer Refinishing Restore any missing or damaged veneer Refinish cabinet in a closed pore, hand rubbed satin finish Re-plate original nickel hardware and/or restore brass hardware Note: As we begin work on each piano that is undergoing restoration, small details may change. Photos shown are of similar completed pianos here at our shop. Contact us if you have questions about any specific piano listed in our virtual showroom. Taking Action Inventory The Highest In Quality | Vintage Steinway & Sons Restoration ‘Golden age’ Steinway & Sons Grand Pianos have become the preferred choice of countless concert pianists, recording artists, and piano aficionados around the world. Golden-era Steinway pianos are the epitome of the craftsmanship that has made the Steinway name so legendary. Craftsmen had access to the very finest materials and intense competition drove them to create the best pianos possible. Here at Chupp’s Piano Service, Inc. our restoration work is focused on returning each vintage piano to a concert level of performance. For over five decades we have brought new life to a countless number of historic grand pianos and are dedicated to carrying on the longstanding workmanship of the piano industry. “This is the Steinway piano heaven at the heart of the Midwest. I have never seen a finer showroom in America, full of pianos of astonishing quality and range. The rebuilds are of such precise craftsmanship, yet each instrument takes on a life of its own. Dennis Chupp—who has an incredible and int

Type

Grand

Brand

Steinway & Sons

Model

O

Year

1921

Location

New Paris, IN