Baldwin D

Dave Swartz dms2000@PIONEERPLANET.INFI.NET
Mon, 26 Oct 1998 20:44:29 -0500 (EST)


>   I just talked to the dealer here and he said that a new one 'can' be
>bought for app. $45,000 so a decent price for this one would probably be in
>the $20-$25,000 range. He wants to 'downsize', so I might even be able to
>get it cheaper. I imagine he's going to have trouble selling it, so he might
>be more than willing to come down some just to get it sold.
>   Does this sound about right to those of you more involved in piano sales
>than I am? Any comments/opinions welcome. Thanks.
>
>Avery
>
Avery,

My thoughts (based on a little experience) lean in the direction of the
dealer reducing the price even more.  The reasoning is that those seeking a
concert instrument are usually thinking Steinway or Yamaha.  Not that the
Baldwin isn't a consideration but some don't carry the weight the others do.
I've seen these sell for a cheap $15,000.00 (which is mind boggling) but
have none the less. If the piano in question has great tonal potential then
I would imagine even at $25,000.00 is a good deal.  My comment/opinion!:)

Dave Swartz, RPT
dms2000@majesticpiano.com



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