Rare Ampico B reproducing piano - Chickering grand
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Rare Ampico B reproducing piano - Chickering grand         


Author: Eldon
Date: Jul 28, 2008 23:35

This is a rare example of the "new" Ampico B reproducer. It was
introduced just when the Great Depression hit. Back then, these
puppies cost as much as a Packard!

The piano is a 5'8" parlor grand with a gorgeous "deluxe" case in
mirrored walnut veneer with hand-carved accents. The entire instrument
was fully restored in 1988 (including a new pinblock), and refinished.
It was in perfect working condition when stored in a climate
controlled environment ten years ago, so it should need no more than a
tuning.

Comes with a bench (not original, but a close match) and a few dozen
rolls. Newly re-punched rolls are readily available from a few
sources.
For photos, see:
www.pianomart.com/ViewAds.aspx?type=1&manufacturer=18&piano=8030
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