Crafted in 1916 during the height of Steinway & Sons’ “Golden Era" at Steinway's legendary New York factory, this Model A grand piano (serial number 182922) is the perfect piano that holds such historical significance. The Model A, often referred to as the "Salon Grand," was designed to deliver the rich tonal qualities of a concert grand within a more compact 6'2" frame, making it ideal for both private homes and professional settings. Constructed amid the backdrop of World War I, this piano reflects the enduring commitment to excellence that defined American craftsmanship in the early 20th century. Steinway had already revolutionized piano design with features like the overstrung scale, full cast iron plate, and accelerated action—all of which are present in this instrument. During this era, Steinway pianos were the preferred choice of great artists like Rachmaninoff and Paderewski, and were found in Carnegie Hall, conservatories, and elite homes across the nation.

Every element of this Model A reflects Steinway’s dedication to precision and tone. The solid Sitka spruce soundboard—crowned and tapered for optimal resonance—produces a rich, singing tone that projects effortlessly throughout a room. It's The rim is built from continuously bent hard rock maple, providing both strength and tonal focus, while the diaphragmatic design of the soundboard enhances sustain and responsiveness. The action mechanism, featuring Steinway’s renowned accelerated action, allows for fluid, fast repetition and expressive control, making it a joy to play for both professionals and advanced students.

This beautiful Steinway was fully restored by Rockafellow Piano, with brand-new strings, new hammers, full regulation, and a beautiful satin-rich black finish applied. Whether you're a collector, a concert pianist, or simply someone who values heirloom-quality instruments, this 1916 Steinway Model A offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of living musical history—meticulously restored and ready to inspire for another century.

Design and Construction Features

1. Rim: Crafted from continuously bent hard rock maple, Steinway’s signature rim design offers outstanding structural integrity and tonal focus. Its dense layering reflects sound energy back into the soundboard, enhancing projection and overall resonance.

2. Soundboard: Made from solid Sitka spruce, the soundboard features Steinway’s patented diaphragmatic design—thinner at the edges and thicker in the center, with a slight crown that improves stiffness and responsiveness. This allows for a broad dynamic range, extended sustain, and the kind of tonal richness Steinway pianos are known for.

3. Bridges & Pinblock: Precision-notched hard rock maple bridges transfer string vibrations with clarity and power into the soundboard. The Hexagrip pinblock, made of multiple layers of maple with alternating grain, ensures exceptional tuning stability and long-term reliability.

4. Action Mechanism: Steinway’s accelerated action provides fast repetition, fluid touch, and expressive control, making this instrument ideal for both virtuosic performance and delicate phrasing.

5. Duplex Scaling: The integrated duplex scale design allows sympathetic vibrations in the non-speaking lengths of the strings, enriching the harmonic complexity and brilliance of the piano’s tone.

Delivery and professional tuning are included with the purchase of this piano within San Antonio and the surrounding areas. We will carefully transport your instrument to its new home, ensuring it arrives safely. Once delivered, we provide a full professional tuning so your Steinway Model A is ready from the moment it’s set up.

We are a family-run small business, and we are always open for anyone to come check out the piano! Just set an appointment with us today, and we can set a perfect time for you and your family to come see and play the piano!

Phone Number - (210)-626-3146
Email Address - rockafellowpianos@gmail.com