Knabe grand reputation

[Delwin D Fandrich]

They were as well designed as any from the period and were built as well as
most -- including Steinway.  Those we have encountered have been massively
built instruments that were obviously intended to be around for a while.
>From our standpoint, they offer an excellent foundation on which to build a
great instrument.

Del

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----- Original Message -----
From: John Lillico, RPT <staytuned@idirect.com>
To: <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: June 26, 2000 5:44 AM
Subject: Knabe grand reputation


> I don't see many Knabe grands but I have heard good reports about them.
One I saw the other day is about 5'4" from the early 1930's. Unfortunately,
we have a farmer on the Niagara Peninsula who is selling used grands, one by
one (private?) from his house. This one is cheaply refinished and
mechanically butchered in many ways. But it sounds pretty good and has much
potential.
>
> Question. What makes the Knabe seem to have such a good reputation from
that era?
>
> Unbiased answers only. Thanks.
>
> John Lillico, RPT
> Oakville, Ontario, Canada
>
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