Are Kingsbury pianos good?

Are Kingsbury pianos good?

The Kingsbury line was sold as one of Cable’s higher grade, more expensive pianos. Even prior to restoration, this piano has a huge tone and has all the indications of being a tremendous sounding piano after restoration.

How much is a cable piano worth?

The original Cable Company pianos are worth anywhere between $500-1,000 unrestored. However, when Lindeblad restores early-American pianos like Cable pianos, the value can increase up to $20,000.

Are cable pianos good?

Cable built a number of brand names including Kingsbury, Wellington, Schiller, Conover, Palmetto, DeKoven, “Euphona” player pianos, and others. Today, Cable made pianos are among some of the finest antique pianos we see come through our shop and they are well worth restoration.

What was the name of the piano in Kingsbury?

In addition to Kingsbury, The Cable Piano Company built a number of brand names including Wellington, Schiller, Conover, and Euphona player pianos. The Cable Piano Company was purchased by The Winter Piano Company in 1943, and the firm built pianos under the Kingsbury name until about 1953.

Who was the founder of the Cable Piano Company?

The Cable Piano Company was established in 1880 by H.D. Cable, who had originally been with the Western Cottage Organ Company (later changed to The Chicago Cottage Organ Company ). The Cable Piano Company was widely celebrated as a maker of fine instruments, and they were a major contributor to the American piano industry at large.

Where is Kingsbury district in London United Kingdom?

Kingsbury is a district of northwest London in the London Borough of Brent.

What was the centre of Kingsbury in the 15th century?

The centre of Kingsbury Green which is today around the Kingsbury Road/Church Lane crossing was historically the centre of Kingsbury in the 15th century, built 1 mile north from the former settlement at Blackbird Hill. To its south, Church Lane leads to the St Andrew’s parish church, built in 1933.