Introduced in 1903,the steinway K 52 features a larger soundboard than many small grands, for a more resonant voice. The choice for professional players seeking an upright piano — and perfect for all sizes of homes and apartments.
Unlike other manufacturers that mass-produce their uprights, STEINWAY & SONS uprights are handcrafted in the same factory as their grand pianos, using the same techniques, conditioning processes, and craftsmen. The result is the world’s finest upright, living up to the STEINWAY & SONS name in every respect. The K52 or 52 upright pianos take advantage of over 125 patented features and processes, including the patented Diaphragmatic soundboard, Accelerated Action, and Hexagrip pin block.
This Steinway k52 Professional upright was purchased from Avery’s when it was new in 1987. The piano was beautifully maintained, and our technicians have prepared it for a concert level of performance.
The Steinway K52 is a wonderful piano with one of the finest scale designs available on an upright.
This piano has its hammers filed and voiced to bring new life into the sound. Damper felts needed some attention along with the strings. The piano has also been restrung. The soundboard is in excellent condition with good crown for a singing, sustained sound. . This finish is a premium Ebony satin finish that resembles a classical steinway with elegance.
The tone is deep and rich. The action is medium-weight and very responsive. It boasts a beautiful set of original keytops and the instrument needed minor touch-up work to bring it back to like new condition.
This is a rare heirloom instrument suitable for pianists on the highest level. With the right care, you can enjoy this piano in your family for generations to come.
This Steinway model K also features a very rare true sostenuto pedal which very few upright pianos have. This is a nice addition if you are tackling advanced repertoire that calls for the use of the sostenuto pedal.
