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<BR>A relative is needing to get a new piano - their house was seriously damaged by a fire next door, and the old Baldwin console ruined. They have about $3000, or perhaps just a little more to work with to get something new. They talked to a local dealer whose shop evaluated their old piano for the insurance company. This dealer is recommending a Krakauer console (model K433) as a good deal for the amount of money they have to spend.
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<BR>I've never seen or heard of Krakauer - have any of you? It's a brand that was once owned by Kimball, and is now made by a Chinese company called Artcase. I know that Chinese pianos don't get good press, but this dealer is a reputable guy, so I'm curious. I'm also looking for a decent quality used piano for them as another option.
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<BR>Any insights would be appreciated.
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<BR>Private replies welcome.
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<BR>Thanks,
<BR>Mary Bailey
<BR>MBailey911@aol.com</FONT></HTML>