Value of Ex-Welte
By David Benjamin, forwarded by Michael Waters
I received the attached mail today. I think the readers in the US might be able to answer this gentleman's questions a little easier than I. (Please respond direct.)
Michael
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From: davidb@bdt.com (David Benjamin)
To: mwaters@ruralnet.net.au
Date: Sun, 26 Jan 1997 05:22:03 -0800 (PST)
Subject: Welte-Mignon Piano (circa 1924)
Dear M. Waters:
I recently purchased a Welte-Mignon for my wife who teaches piano. It has been completely restrung with new hammers, sounding board and converted into a very nice sounding standard piano. When we first looked at it, we were told that several piano manufacturers made these instruments for Welte-Mignon, among them Steinway and American. Is there any way to tell where or who actually made this instrument? The serial no. is: #66008.
It is very solidly build and measures 6'4", and, as I mentioned, has a beautifully rich tone, even with new hammer felts. I think it will be an excellent instrument for Beethoven, though at this stage, takes a great deal of ardour to get into the sound (with all that felt -- I know they need to be voiced). Also, could you give us some idea of it's value?
I look forward to your reply and appreciate your time in answering these questions.
Sincerely, Bill
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[ 'Tis sad the player was removed, and that the maker isn't known.
[ Can someone respond to Bill, please? It seems that the value is
[ simply what he paid for the anonymous piano. -- Robbie
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