Bluthner

Colour: Rosewood Satin
SKU: 4957

This Bluthner rosewood grand is a beautifully presented instrument from one of the world's most celebrated piano manufacturers, a Leipzig firm renowned since 1853 for producing grands of exceptional tonal richness. This Style 7 baby grand has been professionally rebuilt and is presented in a striking rosewood satin cabinet, making it as visually impressive as it is musically rewarding. Priced at £10,995.

Bluthner grands are renowned for their warm, singing tone and their unique aliquot stringing system in the treble, which adds a shimmering resonance to the upper register. At this price, this is a rare opportunity to own a rebuilt German grand of real pedigree.

Available to view and play at our Oxfordshire showroom by appointment. Contact us to discuss part-exchange, finance, and nationwide delivery.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Bluthner tone distinctive?

Bluthner grands are famous for their warm, lyrical, singing quality, quite different from the brighter character of a Yamaha or Kawai, and distinct even from other German makers. Much of this character comes from Bluthner's patented aliquot stringing system, which adds a sympathetic string in the treble register that vibrates freely when notes are played, adding a shimmer and harmonic richness that is unique to the brand. Combined with Leipzig craftsmanship and a spruce soundboard, the result is a tonally complex and deeply musical instrument.

How does this rebuilt Bluthner compare to a Steinway baby grand at a similar price?

A Steinway baby grand has a more projecting, powerful tone with the characteristic Steinway clarity and dynamic contrast. A Bluthner has a warmer, more intimate character with greater harmonic richness and that distinctive aliquot shimmer. Both are among the finest instruments money can buy. The choice is deeply personal and the only reliable way to decide is to play both. We stock Steinway grands and would be delighted to facilitate a comparison at our showroom.

What does professionally rebuilt mean for this instrument?

A professional rebuild means the piano has been comprehensively overhauled, typically involving replacement of strings, damper felts, action components, and key coverings, alongside voicing and regulation to bring the instrument back to the standard it was capable of when new. A rebuilt Bluthner of this quality combines the historic tonal character of a Leipzig grand with the mechanical reliability of a freshly prepared instrument. We are very happy to discuss the specific work carried out on this piano before any purchase.

Is a rebuilt Bluthner baby grand a good investment?

Quality rebuilt Bluthner grands in attractive cabinets have generally held their value well on the used market, and demand from serious pianists and collectors continues to grow as the supply of good examples diminishes. A rosewood baby grand at this price represents both excellent musical and value proposition. As always, we recommend buying primarily for the musical experience.

How long will a rebuilt Bluthner grand last?

The structural core of a Bluthner grand is effectively permanent. A properly rebuilt instrument with new action components, strings, and dampers has been given a fresh mechanical start, and with regular tuning and periodic technician attention, should give many more decades of outstanding musical service.