European Sound at an Asian Price (March 2012)

Posted on Mar 20, 2012 in Featured Products, Piano Blog, Piano of the Month | 0 comments

The Pearl River EU-122 (48-Inch) Pro Studio and GH-160 (5’3”) Baby Grand are designed by Lothar Thomma, an internationally known engineer who has spent his entire career developing and refining piano scale designs. Mr. Thomma’s influence on both models has created a European-sounding piano, with warm, full bodied tones throughout the bass and midrange, and treble notes with sparkling highs. The actions are designed to have just the right amount of weight and key dip to offer an incredibly expressive musical instrument.

Over three thousand workers contribute to the engineering and manufacturing of Pearl River-branded pianos.  Both models are made with perfect fit and finish and classic styling to accent the home. All materials used in the pianos are of the highest quality, including tone-wood quality spruce for sounding boards, Chinese walnut for rims, sand-cast iron plates, and hard rock maple parts for the actions. The magic is found in the final product, a combination of excellent design, high quality materials, and superior workmanship.

Dynamite in Small Packages (December 2011)

Posted on Nov 29, 2011 in Piano of the Month | 0 comments

44″ Hardman R110 Upright Piano

44-inch Hardman R110 Concert Console

Though small in size, the 44-inch Hardman R110 Concert Console is big on sound – another industry example of “more from less” through superb engineering. For young players it is the perfect first companion for the start of their musical quest. In homes where space is a concern, it packs a lot of punch in a diminutive cabinet complimented by simple lines and a beveled lid – extra finesse not often found on pianos in this price niche. The latching practice rail for nighttime play is a useful inclusion along with an extended lid prop which allows the piano to exhale freely with a rich, dynamic tone projected toward the player. Front legs with toe blocks provide added stability to the instrument.