Mason & Hamlin Grand and Upright Pianos
Why we love to restore Mason & Hamlin grand and upright pianos
Mason & Hamlin pianos were built like tanks! Actually in some ways they were “overbuilt” They have some of the thickest case rims and heaviest harps. These pianos were built to last centuries. We love restoring these older Mason & Hamlins back to life because the end result is stunning. The craftsmanship and materials used to build these pianos was incredible. Replacement parts are always available for these instruments making them a great candidate for restoration.
History of Mason & Hamlin
Founded in 1854, Mason & Hamlin is one of America’s oldest and most respected piano manufacturers. Of the hundreds of American piano companies that flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Mason & Hamlin is one of only a handful that survive today. These pianos have a reputation for being exceptionally built, a thunderous bass, and a beautiful mellow tone.
Grand Models, size and weight
Model S-G 4’10” 550lbs.
Model B 5’4” 750 lbs.
Model T 5’4” 750 lbs.
Model A 5’8” 794 lbs.
Model AA 6’2” 900 lbs.
Model BB 7’0” 1020 lbs.
Model CC 9’2” 1500lbs.
Serial Numbers
1900-11800 1947-53500 1965-69100 1974-77493
1910-19100 1948-55000 1966-69949 1975-78730
1915-24000 1950-57800 1967-71006 1976-80019
1920-29000 1955-61800 1968-71994 1977-81100
1925-32700 1960-65200 1969-72945 1978-82731
1930-39600 1961-66016 1970-74263 1979-84184
1935-42500 1962-66604 1971-74791 1980-85853
1940-48000 1963-67478 1972-75534 1981-87013
1946-53000 1964-68309 1973-76447 1982-87013