This 1914 Steinway & Sons Model A is a rare and prestigious find from the most celebrated era of American piano building. Measuring 6’4½” in length, this is the highly sought-after “Model A3” or “Stretch A” design. It was engineered to bridge the gap between the smaller living room grands and the massive semi-concert models, providing an orchestral depth of sound that is virtually unmatched in its size class.

The “Golden Era” Steinway Heritage: Crafted in Steinway’s historic New York factory just before the onset of World War I, this piano represents the absolute pinnacle of handcrafted artistry. During this period, Steinway utilized old-growth, high-density Adirondack spruce for their soundboards—materials that are no longer available today. This “Golden Era” instrument offers a “blooming” tonal character and a harmonic complexity that defines the legendary “Steinway Sound.”

Fully Restored Performance: This instrument has been meticulously restored to ensure it meets the demands of the modern pianist while preserving its historic soul. The restoration work brings new life to the piano’s action and acoustic components, providing:

• The Steinway Touch: A sensitive and responsive action that allows for the immense expressive control Steinway is famous for.
• Power and Projection: At 6’4½”, this piano features longer bass strings and a larger soundboard area than a standard Model A (6’2″) or Model O (5’11”), resulting in a thunderous, authoritative bass and a singing treble.
• Structural Integrity: Fully inspected and serviced to ensure tuning stability and longevity for decades to come.

A Professional Statement Piece: The Model A3 is often considered by technicians and artists to be one of the best-scaled instruments Steinway ever designed. Its “stretched” rim allows the bridge to be placed in a more optimal position on the soundboard, creating a richness of tone usually reserved for much larger 7-foot pianos. Whether intended for a grand home, a teaching studio, or a sanctuary, this Steinway is both a world-class musical tool and a prestigious investment.

Ideal For:

• Advanced Pianists & Professionals: Seeking a “no-compromise” Steinway grand with massive tonal power.
• Collectors: Who recognize the rarity and pedigree of a 1914 New York “Stretch” Model A.
• Institutions: Churches or music schools looking for a legendary American grand at a clearance price.
• Value Seekers: Who understand that a restored Steinway of this size under $13,000 is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Comparison to New

New Steinway & Sons Model A (6’2″):

• MSRP: Approximately $108,000 – $125,000.
• Note: Steinway no longer manufactures the 6’4½” (A3) design; the modern Model A is slightly shorter. To get this level of string length today, one would need to move up to the Model B (6’11”), which retails for $135,000+.
• Value Analysis: At the clearance price of $12,699.30, you are paying roughly 10% of the price of a new Steinway.

Why Choose the 1914 Model? Beyond the six-figure savings, the 1914 Model A3 is a piece of history. Many purists prefer the scale design and the “seasoned” old-growth wood of the early 20th century over modern production. You are acquiring a fully restored, professional-sized Steinway grand for the price of a mass-produced upright.