Steingraeber & Söhne 130 – Upright Piano – c2008

This Steingraeber & Söhne 130 upright piano was handcrafted in Germany in 2008 and finished it in the sought-after polished black cabinet. At 130cm in height, this is a true professional upright piano offering impressive tonal depth and musical presence. Steingraeber & Söhne stands among the world’s most exclusive piano manufacturers, producing fewer than 100 pianos each year. As a result, instruments such as this are exceptionally rare to find. The piano displays a very high level of craftsmanship throughout and remains in excellent condition both acoustically and aesthetically.

Our technicians have fully prepared the instrument in our workshops to ensure a high musical and mechanical standard. Acoustically, the piano produces the distinctive Steingraeber tone for which the maker is highly regarded. The sound combines warmth, clarity and a refined sonorous character across the registers. The bass is particularly powerful and resonant, giving the instrument remarkable scale and authority for an upright piano. The middle register remains rich and expressive, while the treble offers clarity without harshness, creating an even and highly musical tonal balance.

The action feels precise and responsive, allowing excellent control and dynamic range across a wide variety of repertoire. This level of refinement makes the instrument equally suited to advanced pianists, teaching environments and serious private use.

This model also includes a sostenuto pedal, normally found on professional upright and grand pianos. In addition, a lid prop allows the top to be raised slightly when greater sound projection is desired. These details reflect the thoughtful engineering and performance-focused design that define Steingraeber instruments.

Overall, this is an exceptional example of a rare and highly respected German upright piano, combining craftsmanship, tonal refinement and professional-level performance.