Piano Forum

Topic: Baldwin L model  (Read 1780 times)

Offline fpjst1

  • PS Silver Member
  • Newbie
  • ***
  • Posts: 2
Baldwin L model
on: November 05, 2004, 09:44:24 PM
I am considering purchasing a 14 year old Baldwin L model for my son, who is an aspiring 17 year old classical pianist who has far outgrown our old Chickering console.  They are asking $9,000.   Any thoughts on the model?  It's about an hour's drive so Idon't want to waste them time if it's a lousy deal. 

Thanks

Offline fpjst1

  • PS Silver Member
  • Newbie
  • ***
  • Posts: 2
Re: Baldwin L model P.S.
Reply #1 on: November 05, 2004, 09:57:25 PM
Walnut finish

Offline donjuan

  • PS Silver Member
  • Sr. Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 3139
Re: Baldwin L model
Reply #2 on: November 06, 2004, 12:09:36 AM
when purchasing used pianos, you need to assess the situation in a different light than if you were getting the piano new from a dealership.  Wen you say "they", who are you refering to? a private owner selling their piano? a dealership selling a used piano someone traded in for a new piano?

If the seller is a private owner, ask yourself why they are selling it.  If you are bold go ahead and ask them why they are selling it.  If they sound like they are trying to make something up, they probably are.  Usually if the piano is badly out of tune it means the seller isnt taking you seriously and expects people to be impressed by pianos that sound horrible.  If they dont have the responsibility to get the piano tuned every year, they probably havent been taking care of the piano in other ways too, whether it be action regulation or voicing...

Now if the seller is a dealership trying to sell a used piano, BE CAREFUL! They have methods of making even the shottiest pianos look like God's gift to humanity. 

The best thing you can do is get your trusted technician to come have look at the piano.  A lot can happen in 14 years, so make sure it isnt a lemon.
donjuan

Offline classicarts

  • PS Silver Member
  • Sr. Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 363
Re: Baldwin L model
Reply #3 on: October 19, 2005, 02:51:21 AM
Why make it so complicated.  Have your son play the piano, and if he likes it, buy it. ;D If your son been playing the piano for years, then he should know enough to know what he wants out of a piano. :)

Offline classicarts

  • PS Silver Member
  • Sr. Member
  • ***
  • Posts: 363
Re: Baldwin L model
Reply #4 on: October 20, 2005, 05:48:47 AM
If he doesn't have the experience, have some else play the piano who is a qualified pianist to determine the quality of a piano.  You may have to pay him a fee, of course.
For more information about this topic, click search below!
 

Logo light pianostreet.com - the website for classical pianists, piano teachers, students and piano music enthusiasts.

Subscribe for unlimited access

Sign up

Follow us

Piano Street Digicert