Bluthner 4

Colour: Walnut
Year: 1932

The Bluthner Model 4 is a medium-sized grand piano from the historic Leipzig manufacturer, designed to balance tonal richness with a relatively compact footprint. Dating from 1932 and priced at £9,995, this example is presented in a warm walnut cabinet and offers the characteristic Bluthner tone, lyrical, warm, and harmonically rich, in a size that suits many domestic and smaller performance settings.

Built around a solid spruce soundboard with Bluthner's patented aliquot stringing in the treble, the Model 4 reflects Bluthner's traditional approach to piano making. The action is responsive and capable of a wide dynamic range. This instrument has been assessed and prepared by our team at The Piano Gallery.

Available to purchase online or to try in person at our Oxfordshire showroom. Contact us to arrange a viewing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bluthner Model 4, and where does it sit in the Bluthner range?

The Bluthner Model 4 is a medium-compact grand, sitting between the smaller baby grands and the larger salon instruments in Bluthner's range. At approximately 175cm, it offers significantly more tonal development than a baby grand while remaining practical for many home music rooms. It is one of Bluthner's most popular historical models and well-preserved examples are increasingly sought after.

How does the Bluthner Model 4 compare to a Yamaha C2 or Kawai grand at a similar price?

A Yamaha C2 or Kawai at this price offers modern Japanese consistency, bright tone, and precise action. The 1932 Bluthner Model 4 offers something entirely different, a historic German grand with a warm, lyrical tonal character, the distinctive aliquot treble resonance, and the musical depth of an instrument that has been developing its voice for nearly a century. The right choice depends on whether you value consistency and modernity, or character and heritage. We stock both Japanese and German grands and are happy to let you compare them.

What is Bluthner's aliquot stringing, and what does it add?

Bluthner's aliquot stringing adds a fourth sympathetic string to each note in the upper register. This string vibrates in resonance when the note is played, adding a shimmering harmonic richness to the treble. It is a design unique to Bluthner and one of the primary reasons their treble register has such a distinctive singing quality.

Is a 1932 Bluthner reliable as a playing instrument?

Yes, when properly assessed and prepared. This instrument has been checked and prepared by our team. The structural foundations of a Bluthner grand, the cast iron frame and the rim, are effectively permanent. We are fully transparent about the condition of this piano and happy to discuss the work carried out before any purchase.

How long will a 1932 Bluthner Model 4 last?

This piano is already 93 years old and still a musically serious instrument. With proper maintenance, correct placement, and periodic attention from a skilled technician, a Bluthner of this quality should continue to perform beautifully for many more decades to come.