Haddorff piano

[John M. Formsma]

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Greetings, List.

I had the opportunity today to look at a 1941 #126617 Haddorff console.  The
only thing that I know about it is what info is in the Pierce book.  It was
at one time controlled by Krakauer Bros, and also controlled by Conn.
Manufacture was discontinued after 1960.

This was a first for me--having never heard the name "Haddorff".  The case
looked really good, and the insides looked good, too.  The action has
Billings flanges.  The hammers were still well aligned, and had little wear.
Overall, it looked like it was designed well.  Although not tuned in years,
it produced a good tone.  There were no cracks in either the soundboard or
the bridges.

Have any of you had experience with this name?  I told the owners that I'd
research it to see whether it would be worth regulating, key bleaching, etc.
The piano was donated to their historical society, and they would like to
see it restored to good working condition.  Any info will be appreciated.
BTW, I've searched the archives, and found only a few comments (which seemed
to be generally favorable) about the Haddorff name.  Would like to hear more
from you all, though.

Thanks,

John Formsma


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