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For Sale: Moving, must sell. Hate to part with it. Will miss this
beautiful instrument! Kurtzman Welte Mignon Reproducing Five Foot Baby Grand Player
Piano with bench. Serial Number 96633 indicates that piano was built 1938-39. Actual
size 57" wide by 60" deep. Completely restored 2009 by The Piano Factory of Lancaster,
Ohio. Rebuild restringing and action repairs included: New strings, new tuning pins,
damper felt, with regulation, sound board restored, new pin block, soundboard and
bridges refinished, piano plate reguilded. All hammers replaced, hammer shanks,
flanges, back checks, under key felt, and regulation. Player rebuild included: Recover
all pneumatics and bellows, replace all primary and secondary valve facings, replace
all primary and secondary pouches, replace all tubing and hoses, recover all
expression and pump bellows, seal all ports and channels, replace all cork gaskets with
leather, regulation, and new electrical wiring. Refinishing: Piano was completely
disassembled, finish was hand stripped to bare wood. Piano and bench finish restored
to beautiful walnut grain by applying two coats of sanding sealer, re-staining, and
applying six coats of lacquer, with sanding between coats. All brass parts shined and
resealed. New decals. Key tops replaced, All lead tubing replaced with neoprene. 100
Piano rolls included. This beautiful instrument has been played no more than ten times.
Would love to share pictures of the rebuilt and finished product with you. Located
near Columbus, Ohio. Price $13,500. For detailed pictures and more information, please
call 740-344-7049. -- (Posted 25 January 12)
For Sale: I have a 1901 Franklin Company Victorian Upright piano. Great
looking piece! The sound board is in great shape, the felts are good, and all but the
last 6 low strings are still in tune! The sound board has been signed by Jung on the
following dates: 5/6/12, 6/29/16, 8/8/18 & 7/8/19. From what I can ascertain this is
the same Jung that owned a professional piano tuning and restoration shop around the
same time. The finish is still really good overall and all the keys work great
including the pedals. I’m looking for $2500 OBO. Email me at
vectortangent@live.com for inquries. -- (Posted 25 January 12)
Wanted: American Fotoplayer wanted for public display; Seeburg KT or KT
Special, or Nelson Wiggan style 5X or 6 nickelodeon; 88 note pre-1940 player roll
collections of ragtime, jazz, blues, as well as modern jazz piano rolls by John Farrell
such as Jazzman, JAM, Jazzmaster, Hollywood, etc. Also buying brass model train
collections. mjs@EnlightenedEnt.com -- (Posted 25 January 12)
Free Duoart player piano from around 1972. Consol size, walnut color I
think. or medium colonial brown maybe. It has to go right away, we couldn't sell it
in time. It works as a piano. As a player piano the sound is weak because of air
leakage. It is electric and foot pump. Great and fun way to get exercise. Finish is
acceptable. You may have all of the rolls and we have many, most of them are QRS or
something like that. We live in Easton, Pa. 610-253-613two STEVE owner anxious. -- (Posted 25 January 12)
For Sale: &nbsdp;1950’s Schulmerich Model 180-W-30 church chime control. Replaced
by a newer unit. This one should still be usable and is available for pickup in
Dallas, Texas. Franknbear@aol.com -- (Posted 9 January 12)
Free: My son recently received a player piano that is in need of repair.
Music rolls come with the piano. Piano needs tuning & player needs repair. Foot pedals
need repair. Unfortunately, I don't have funds to renovate the piano. Anyone that's
interested in this heavy piano is welcome to take it off our hands. FREE to a good home
or a business. Just bring a truck with a lift, etc, etc, muscles to move it, lots of
help to move it, and the piano is yours. My number is 407-486-1972. -- (Posted 9 January 12)
For Sale: Apollo Player Piano 1907. I have an Apollo Player Piano for sale.
It’s in great shape except it doesn’t have the player! All parts are original with the
same serial number. The inside is in beautiful shape, with a lovely brass inside. Glass
door in the middle. Will accept any reasonable offer. This is located in the Northeast,
USA. Contact shuman3@frontiernet.net -- (Posted 9 January 12)
For Sale: 6 in pressure Spencer Orgoblo. 1 HP single phase 120/220 volt.
$150. Located in Elkhart, IN. Email davetibbets@gmail.com -- (Posted 9 January 12)
For Sale: Bona and Antoniazzi crank barrel organ used by Governor Al Smith
in his 1928 presidential campaign. Original and unrestored condition is very good.
Functions, but needs tuning. Maintained in heated residence and under same ownership
since 1950+/-. Located in Mid-Hudson Valley region of New York. Photos provided
upon request. Email equipment@hodgens.net -- (Posted 19 December 11)
For Sale: Triphonola Roenisch grand piano. Needs complete restoration.
No rolls come with it. Email me at mmckelvy@socal.rr.com and
we can discuss price. I will be happy to email you photos if requested. -- (Posted 19 December 11)
Wanted: A removable flange and retaining finger nut set-up for a Wurlitzer
CX Orchestrion. Call 831-809-2919 or email charlie@visionquestranch.com -- (Posted 19 December 11)
Wanted: Ampico Model A electric Motor for a grand piano. I am told it
should be 1/8th or 1/10th horse power, with speed of 1140 rpm or more. Any condition.
Please call me at 562-499-9459 or email to robertrsvp@yahoo.com.
Thank you. -- (Posted 19 December 11)
For Sale: Pianola player piano – manual/electric with 24 rolls of music.
Not sure of the age. Condition is excellent. Will need to be cleaned/tuned.
Asking $500 or best offer. Will need to be picked up. Located in Rensselaer, NY.
Please contact kayaknewyork@yahoo.com for
more information and pictures. -- (Posted 19 December 11)
Wanted: Harpsichord in any condition. Ivory key tops for Steinway Grand.
Ben Bacon, 479.631.9464 or Waterring1@aol.com -- (Posted 19 December 11)
For Sale: My mother's Cable spinet Player Piano, and bench. In excellent cared for
condition. Was bought new in the 1960s and has had little use, and always covered. Also have a
large quantity of piano rolls. Would love to find this a good home. Asking $750, plus $100 for a
huge group of rolls. Location is Seattle. Settling estate, and motivated. Thanks, Dan. Phone:
206-932_6621. (Seattle). -- (Posted 2 December 11)
For Sale: I have an old player piano for sale with about 15 word rolls. Will take best
offer if picked up in Toms River, NJ. Call 732-995-1339 if interested. -- (Posted 2 December 11)
For Sale: I am selling a very rare Welte-Mignon Cabinet (keyless) piano – non-restored,
built in 1909. If you are interested please email me at info@faszinationpianola.de for
details and photos. Thanks! Marc Widuch. -- (Posted 2 December 11)
For Sale: 105 piano rolls. Located in Ontario, Canada. Please feel free to contact me
if you would like more information about the rolls, and photos showing the condition of the rolls and
the boxes. The rolls are in Ontario, Canada so we could estimate the best means of shipping should
you be interested. They are packed in plain cardbord boxes with the exception of, one of the boxes
being the original box labelled QRS player Piano Rolls. For me to sell the rolls individually seems
like a project, a bit overwhelming and time consuming for me to take on, so hopefully someone
interested in the complete collection. Asking $400.00 OBO for all, plus shipping. Email Fred Ferguson at:
doslagos@xplornet.ca -- (Posted 2 December 11)
For Sale: Hampton Player, owned for 40+ years, original finish (reasonable, restoreable,
good tight veneer), keys, action and sound board appear to be good, player mechanism marginally
functional, may respond to cleaning, lubrication and other rudimentary service, but may need more.
Located Kent, Ohio 44240 in a ground floor room with easy accessibility. Free to a good home or to
someone who can use parts. Call 330-815-7236 and leave message and phone number for response, or
email carguy1012@hotmail.com for photo. -- (Posted 2 December 11)
For Sale: 1929 Weber Grand Duo-Art Player Piano. My current owners have
lovingly taken excellent care of me, however they are moving North and cannot take me
with them. I am looking for new owners who appreciate a fine, special instrument that
not only loves to be played, but can also entertain you if you prefer, by simply
inserting one of my rolls and letting me play for you !! I promise to make you smile.
To see more of me just click on the following link: cccfl.com/piano. By the way,
I would make a GREAT Christmas present. Please forward this along to anyone you think
might be interested. Thank you. Note: buyers responsible for piano move.
If you have any questions, please call 561-624-6079 and my owners will be happy to speak
with you. -- (Posted 13 November 11)
Wanted: I am looking for an Aeolian push-up player 88note. If you have
one for sale –or know of one being for sale- please email me
at info@faszinationpianola.de -- (Posted 13 November 11)
For Sale: 1910 Kohler & Campbell Oak Upright Piano with Pianoscope Cassette Player.
Help!, I am moving in one month and have been unable to see my antique player piano.
It is in mint condition with gorgeous oak cabinetry with stain glass windows that let
you watch the key action. The cassette system works great and we even have a
back up cassette player that goes with the piano. Plus we have a box of eight
cassettes. I purchased the piano for $2900 in 1990. Right now I will take
any offer that is reasonable. Buyer is responsible for transport of piano.
Call Barb at (916) 759-7455. I will send you pics plus a video of the player
piano playing a song. -- (Posted 13 November 11)
For Sale: 1923 Chickering baby grand, Ampico model A reproducing piano,
the Centennial Grand model, of which there were only 100 made. Serial 136644. It is
original unrestored (read into that - reproducing mechanism needs a full rebuild and
hammer action needs some attention as well). Blonde finish 98% clean, full ivory
keys with only 4 keys having small chips on them. 3 keys in the bass octaves have a
soft touch and the 2nd highest C hammer does not hit, so hammer action will need
attention as well. It came from an estate and I have no history on it other than the
lady was the presumed original owner. Photos available on request. Will entertain
any reasonable offers. e-mail Dave at lookingwst@aol.com -- (Posted 13 November 11)
Wanted: I am looking for an electric player piano in the Arizona area.
Would like something reasonable. It will be played by the elderly so will have gentle
care. My email is: ghsparks1@gmail.com -- (Posted 13 November 11)
For Sale: Restored disc and cylinder music boxes: Harmonia, Regina,
Criterion, and more. Discs for many brands and sizes, a few orphan cylinders, piano
& reproducing piano rolls. May be seen at http://antiquemusicbox.us Call Bill 973-927-0484 or email musicboxman@gmail.com -- (Posted 13 November 11)
For Sale: Organ players with rolls for sale. I have a working organ with
Kimbel roll player soon to be removed. The player with 84 rolls are for sale $2500 of
best offer.I have a Welte 10 roll changer project with 186 rolls for $2000 or best offer.
Email for info or pictures. hanneman@fidalgo.net -- (Posted 24 October 11)
For Sale: 8 National changer piano recut rolls. Link A and 5 tune RX
recut rolls. James Williams at 801-394-7263. -- (Posted 24 October 11)
For Sale: This is a rare 1927 Steinway OR Duo-Art 6'5" reproducing grand
piano in exceptional condition with it's original pearl white ivories. The reproducer
mechanism was restored 10 years ago and has been maintained ever since. Jack spent over
$10,000 restoring the player. The piano was restrung, with new hammers, shanks & flanges,
bushings, pins, new dampers, regulated, soundboard refinished, guilded plate, regulated,
etc eight years ago.
This piano was owned by Jack Riffle, who was the treasurer for 30 years of
the Mechanical Musical Instrument Guild. When Jack died he had 11 player grand pianos
and over 5000 dead mint rolls in his collection, plus a few player organs and music
boxes. This piano he left to his granddaughter as it was the best one in his collection.
She is getting married and needs the funds to start her new life. I am helping her sell
the piano.
This piano plays magnificently, everything works and comes with 55 of the
best Duo-Art rolls his daughter picked out from the collection. It was refinished about
10 years ago and has some light sun bleaching on the long side. It is a mahogany finish.
From Jack's love of Steinway players, he brought this one back to great
condition at no small expense. As a piano, it plays smoothly and feels like butter with
a warm rich tone. Please email for pictures or video footage. $25,000. Email Spencer at: sbrewer@pacific.net
or call 707-621-0493. -- (Posted 24 October 11)
Wanted: I am looking for Nickelodeon O Rolls, and the Standard Rolls
for a Player Piano. Please email me at silverballwiz@aol.com
and let me know what you have available. Thanks. -- (Posted 24 October 11)
For Give-Away: I have a Smith & Barnes player piano which was reconditioned
10 years ago and used it and would like to give it to anyone along w/ 60 rolls of music.
It plays fine but I'm out of room for it. Ph: (262) 784-1728. -- (Posted 24 October 11)
For Sale: The Tangley Calliope, built in 1996, is a reproduction of the
Tangley CA-43 Calliophone used throughout the Roaring 20s for mobile advertising. It
has 43 highly-polished, 100% brass pipes with individual vacuum and blower units. It
can be played by hand or with paper rolls. The rich sound of this musical instrument
bursts with pure Americana and guarantees a smile on every face in its listening area.
The calliope is mounted on a 1995 electric Cushman Golf Cart with a 48 volt electric
drive system and Cadillac horns. The cart holds the Honda deluxe generator (included),
which powers the calliope and other accessories. Also included in the sale price
are: 17 "A" paper rolls hosting a variety of music; a custom built Tandem Trailer with
steel storage box and a drop down rear loading ramp; a generator-powered Bubble Machine,
which continuously blows 3" bubbles; a generator-powered LED moving sign board with a
programmable Keypad that displays 4" letters. (Note: LED sign has a small crack in one
corner.) Please email Carole for photos: mckwd@aol.com -- (Posted 9 October 11)
For Sale: Barrow & Gilt upright player piano. Needs some restoration. The
boarding sound is good, the boxing spool works. Comes complete with keyboard and 74
keys. Manual pumper with oxygen tank included. Wood case in artsy cochon style. $2,000
OBO. Send email -- (Posted 9 October 11)
For Sale: Antique J.P. Seeburg cabinet style player piano in excellent
original condition. Single owner for the past 46 years, at the most two owners before
that. Always used for personal use only. 52" tall x 24 " deep x 37" wide. Leaded
stained glass window panels in doors. Additional specifications: Serial #5966. Patent
May 7, 1907. Emerson single phase motor made for Seeburg M77340. Type 64615KN.
1/8 horsepower. 17 music rolls for the piano included in the price; a mix of very
old and newer rolls. Price for the piano and rolls is $12,000 + shipping. Location,
Monterey, CA Call Deborah at (831) 657-9005. -- (Posted 9 October 11)
Wanted: Reginaphone, Phonograph, Automatos, Music Boxes, Organs, Barrel
Organs, Coin Operators, Gramophone Pathé and Others, Zitherphone, Flying Singing
Birds (Automatos), Edison’s Factory Souvenir, Columbia, Pathe, Regina, Symphonion, etc.
Please email pictures, price, approximate size, home videos and I will forward it to
collectors in South America. Email: rejane11@yahoo.com or Tel: 305-720 9669. -- (Posted 9 October 11)
For Sale: 1912 Steinway Stretch A Grand Piano -- SOLD!
Wanted: Dinner music Duo-art rolls. Please email at: vincent_thebault@yahoo.fr -- (Posted 20 September 11)
Wanted: Ampico rolls (original or recut) of Rachmaninoff performing the
Kreisler Liebesfreud and Liebesleid. Also looking for any Ampico rolls cut
by Gershwin. ben@benepstein88.com -- (Posted 20 September 11)
Wanted: Nickelodeon. Let me know what you have. Please email me at
silverballwiz@aol.com and I will get in
touch with you. I am in the NC area. Thanks. -- (Posted 5 September 11)
Wanted: RCA Theremin in any condition (the worse the better) contact
Dave at aeolian@madasafish.com -- (Posted 5 September 11)
For Sale: Elwood Player Piano with bench manufactured by Wurlitzer in
1921, when they where thoroughly well made- Serial Number 46324. Upright Mahogany
finish, original ivory keys, bellows replaced approximately 9 years ago. Does need
tuning. Overall good working condition. Measures 55"H, 57 1/2" W,28"D Have 150 rolls
included. Maintained inside residential (upper level) environment. You must
professionally move - will not ship. Email: dhilko@yahoo.com or call 330-225-6925. -- (Posted 5 September 11)
Free: Beckwith Player Piano with rolls, free to good home. The piano was
built about 1915, and is in below average condition needing complete restoration. It no
longer has the lower bellows pumps, and at some point an electric vacuum box was added,
but it is now missing. The original wind motor has likewise been replaced with a modern
electric motor. There are several dozen rolls with the piano, mostly of newer vintage
QRS brand. While most of the rolls are playable, a large majority of them have suffered
water damage. This piano and rolls are located in a basement, and is being offered
free to anyone who would be able to remove it. Call: 410-491-9172. -- (Posted 5 September 11)
For Sale: Steinway Duo-Art player grand piano..6 ft in length. The piano
has been owned by my family since 1973. At the time of its purchase, the piano was
rebuilt with new strings, hammers, the keyboard recovered, and the case which originally
was a dark red mahogany was refinished in a light brown mahogany, satin finish. The
player was also rebuilt at that time by a Mr. Valerio. We were told that the piano was
originally bought as a birthday present by a Mr. MCLaughlin for his wife in 1923.
McLAughlin owned one of the largest hat factories in Danbury, Conn at that time. The
piano is in good condition. The player while operable will need some attention as it
has been in storage in an environmentally controlled storage space for 1 year. The
instrument is currently located in Danbury, Conn. For more info., please contact
belfryhistoric@verizon.net -- (Posted 21 August 11)
For Sale: 1906 Melville Clark Apollo Push Up Piano Player - Completely
Original and believed to be in working condition (It was working perfectly when placed
in storage). This is an extremely rare instrument featuring a birdseye maple tracker
bar which can be adjusted to modulate the key of the music to accommodate the voice
range of vocalists. The machine was purchased in April 1906 from Melville Clark in
Chicago and shipped to Mackinac Island, Michigan where it was used in the dining room
of the Windsor Hotel until 1937. It was then covered and stored until 1973 when I
removed it from the building and cleaned it up. I used it for several years, but had
to store it when I moved to Tennessee. It needs to be seen, played and appreciated!
Includes height adjustment crank, end stop to mount under the piano, 45 assorted 68
note rolls, and bench (bench has been stripped and needs finish). Located in
Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Buyer responsible for pick-up or shipping. $7,500 or best
offer. Email: thscott123@hotmail.com -- (Posted 21 August 11)
Wanted: I am looking to buy or borrow for copying recordo coded rolls.
Imperial automatic electric, Recordo, QRS Recordo, US Auto-Art, Wurlitzer Treasure
Chest of music, to name a few. Please contact me: Dan Fenner at dfenner2@yahoo.com -- (Posted 21 August 11)
Wanted: Ivory key tops and tails for Steinway M Grand. Ben Bacon
479.631.9464 waterring1@aol.com -- (Posted 12 August 11)
For Sale: Player piano, probably cherry wood, a little rough on the
outside, but the wood is lovely. It has been stripped at least once.
It has an Auto Play mechanism. The engraved number is 93554. We are
located in Mid Missouri. We haven't a great deal of money in the
project (it came from an auction in Columbia, MO). We'd like to recoup
the money that we have invested, but we're interested in seeing it go
to someone who appreciates it and can restore it or hire someone who
can restore it. That's about all the information I have, but I'd be
glad to try to answer any questions about it. Buyer assumes all
responsibility for packing and moving. Thanks so much. barb.green0910@sbcglobal.net -- (Posted 12 August 11)
For Sale: We have an Aeolian Hammond player organ Model B-A #9168. It has
been in the family since the late 1950's. It has a Leslie model 21H speaker
with it. It has been in the same house all that time. We have to move it
and would prefer to sell it and have it moved at the same time to avoid
multiple moves. There is a box of numbered black wooden blocks of various
lengths that we think were used in the shipping of the organ to Arkansas
City, KS.
We also have 153 Duo-Art Music semi-automatic organ rolls.
They are all in the original boxes. The rolls in the boxes I have opened
all look in very good shape. They could be sold with the organ or
separately. Contact acks.mbc84@rocketmail.com -- (Posted 25 July 11)
For Sale: We have had this player piano in our family for decades, but
are now moving to a smaller house and do not have space for it in the new location. This
is a very good working condition 1917 Pianista player piano (Serial # 120054) with
approximately 30 player rolls. The piano functions as both a regular piano, as well as
a auto-player piano. Finish still has a nice luster. The included bench has a few
scratches on it, but the piano cabinet itself is in excellent condition given its 94
year age! I have uploaded pictures for viewing, as well as a video in two formats showing
the piano in action for you to see at the links listed below. Asking Price $2400 obo.
The piano needs to be tuned, and I have a local contact that can do it for you for
about $120. We are moving in approximately a week, and while we are willing to take the
piano with us, we would prefer to see it just moved once to a new home. Please call
Eight One Three - Nine Six Seven - Sixteen Thirty Five to arrange to see the piano.
Local sales strongly preferred. No Checks / Money orders, etc. Seller will not personally
ship the piano, but will coordinate with the buyer if they wish to hire a local mover
and coordinate their own transportation. Links to view pictures & video: http://www.box.net/shared/y47tlrjb6odg7fs9xjvv -- (Posted 25 July 11)
Wanted: Please contact me if you have or know where I can find an
Ampico "A" rotary pump. Ron Hodges. pneumaticpiano@live.com -- (Posted 25 July 11)
Wanted: Regina 20-3/4 inch Music Box Discs and Mira 18-1/2 inch Music Box
Discs. Contact: musicboxguy@yahoo.com. Thanks. -- (Posted 25 July 11)
For Sale: 1930 Waltham Vertical Grand Player, French repeating. Restored.
Excellent condition. Oak finish. Includes bench, music cabinet and 75 rolls. $14,000.
Location, Ohio. E-mail for questions/pictures charlma@roadrunner.com -- (Posted 25 July 11)
For Sale: An Aeolian 8160 Cabaret Manual and Electric Player piano
Walnut with stained glass doors and original bench. cindy@sainttower.com or call 713-419-4343. -- (Posted 20 July 11)
Free - to Good Home. Winton upright piano -- FOUND A NEW HOME!
For Sale: Lovely 6’ Steinway. Has been refinished, rebuilt player system,
new strings, pins, and hammers. Will sell for $11,500.00. It does need some action
parts replaced for 3-4k maximum cost. Piano would be well worth over 20k. Contact me at: t4winstead@live.com -- (Posted 7 July 11)
For Sale: I have a Horace Walter Player piano for sale. I’m guessing
around 1930s was when it was made. It has 2 hammers that have broken and the player
part needs to be removed to replace those. 2 keys ‘stick’ and of course it needs to
be refurbished as the bellows and tubing are old and not in great shape. The
original finish was removed as it was black, so, the original decal on the front of
the key cover is gone. I will sell it for $300 if the buyer will come and get it in
Pulaski, VA. diammom15@earthlink.net -- (Posted 7 July 11)
Wanted: I am rebuilding a Melville Clark Apollo Player Upright,
serial #19482, for a customer but unfortunately it had been dis-assembled and in the
process of moving it, the keybed and keys were lost. Do you know of anyone that might
have a similar model upright that they are throwing out and would sell the keybed and
keys? If the serial numbers were close I would think the keybed and keys would match
up as well. Any suggestions as to replacing the missing parts (or making new ones?)
would be helpful at this time. Thank you for your suggestions. MaestroJim@comcast.net -- (Posted 7 July 11)
FREE: Display Player Piano - FOUND A NEW HOME!
Wanted: Hello, I am a pianotech in Australia. I am after a QRS Playola
for playing of our rebuilds. If anybody has a second hand one they are willing to part
with. Email: kps24@optusnet.com.au -- (Posted 7 July 11)
For Sale: For health reasons I am liquidating my collection of mechanical
musical instruments that includes a restored Nelson & Wiggen 4X, in an oak case, with
original art glass, a newly restored Coinola Midget in a walnut cabinet with a
xylophone. These instruments are beautiful. Ten nickelodeon rolls will come with each
instrument I also have a 1927 Mason & Hamlin RAA grand piano with an ampico player.
The piano is in excellent original condition and the player has not been previously
restored. Please contact David at davidl7082@aol.com
for more information and photos. These instruments are priced to sell. -- (Posted 29 June 11)
Wanted: I am looking for some rare Welte, Triphonola and piano rolls
performed by the the pianist Fanny Davies. Email me for list at: info@matteomessori.com -- (Posted 29 June 11)
For Sale: 75 QRS Paper Player Piano Rolls dating from 1929 to approx 1980's.
Make offer email: gardengirlie@att.net -- (Posted 29 June 11)
For Sale: Beautiful Player Grand Piano with matching Bench and Roll
Cabinet in Seattle, $9500: Just purchased a Yamaha Disklavier and need to find a new
home for my lovely Reproducer. It was rebuilt in 1982 and refinished in 1995 in a
semi-gloss mahogany finish and has a matching bench and roll cabinet plus 20 excellent
condition Duo-Art reproducing player rolls. Player needs minor repair on accompaniment
and solo bellows and still plays well. Additional 250 good to excellent condition
rolls available for sale with purchase at $2,000. Email for details and
pictures: kc2travel@gmail.com -- (Posted 29 June 11)
For Sale: I have a Ludwig player that was rebuilt in 1974 and it looks
and sounds great. It is my mother's and she is moving so it needs to go. The serial
# is 106899 which was manufactured in 1923. It comes with a bench and over 100 rolls.
Selling it as a package. It was located in the living room of her house and is always
routinely cleaned. The asking price is $900 or best offer. It is located near
York, PA. and can be seen and played there. Email: pathfinder10290@aol.com -- (Posted 29 June 11)
Free to a Good Home Piano and Rolls; Time sensitive -- piano will be
scrapped on June 24, 2011. Beckwith Player Piano with rolls, free to good home. The
piano was built about 1915, and is in below average condition needing complete
restoration. It no longer has the lower bellows pumps, and at some point an electric
vacuum box was added, but it is now missing. The original wind motor has likewise
been replaced with a modern electric motor. There are several dozen rolls with the
piano, mostly of newer vintage QRS brand. While most of the rolls are playable, a
large majority of them have suffered water damage. This piano and rolls are located
in a basement, and is being offered free to anyone who would be able to remove it. Located in Baltimore, MD. -- (Posted 16 June 11)
Wanted: I would be interested in finding a source for any or all of the following:
- Duo-Art roll # 6849, Will o the Wisp by Phillip, performed by Guiomar Novaes; or
- Ampico roll # 66291-G, same piece performed by Gray Perry; or
- Welte red roll # 2885, same piece performed/recorded by Novaes (but apparently not available in Welte licensee format).
Contact: thompsorg@sympatico.ca -- (Posted 16 June 11)
For Sale: 1924 Gulbransen upright player piano for sale. Lovingly
restored by Griffin Piano Company in San Antonio, Texas in 2002 by Daniel Barrera
who can tell you more specifically all the professional and detailed, painstaking
work involved in the restoration. Also the walnut woodwork was professionally
restored as well. Comes with a bench and rolls. Email elainedhughes@comcast.net -- (Posted 16 June 11)
For Sale: I have most of a Welte reproducing system from a1918 Hazalton
Brothers 5'3" grand piano that I would like to sell all at the same time. I have the
stack, expression mechanism, drawer, valve box, sustain and soft pedal phonetics. I am
selling the whole shebang for $500.00 or netgotible. I have photos of some of the
parts in the piano. My email address is sftzbob@aol.com.
Please email me with any questions or to arrange a viewing. I live in San Diego and
would prefer to have someone pick this stuff up if possible. -- (Posted 16 June 11)
For Sale: This 1927 Gulbransen player piano was professionally restored
by my godfather, George Jennings of Jennings Pianos in Spokane, Washington, where
we purchased it in 1987. It has been beautifully maintained, well-loved, and regularly
played. The piano has beautiful tone when keys are played or pedals are pumped.
Over the years, this piano has provided hours of entertainment, but we're looking for
a new home where it will be loved and played. The piano comes with 70+ rolls and a
cabinet. Please contact me at krnbllngtn@aol.com
with any questions. -- (Posted 6 June 11)
For Sale: I have an 1889 Aeolian 1450/1500 I believe it is. It was the
flagship 46 note player organ model. This one has the “Aeolian Organ and Music Company”
decal under the lid so its an earlier one. I brought it back from Texas and it is
really rough, but restorable in my opinion. It will take a lot of work. It had lots
of mud wasps that need their nests cleaned out. No bees left, of course. For someone
willing to put in the time, it is something worth saving. I am offering it for $150
cash which is what I have in it. First come, first served. This includes two of the
original Aeolian 46 note rolls in excellent condition that I’ll send with it. Those
2 are worth $60 -$80 by themselves. The reeds and parts are worth what I am asking.
That’s why I bought it. It has the original air motor and governor which are often
missing. I could do the restoration, but I don’t have time for it anymore.
If you need pictures, email me at: smccaskill@kc.rr.com.
The organ is located in Gladstone , Missouri 64119. Stuart McCaskill 816-452-0948.
We can help load it and I can arrange for shipping from Kansas City if you need that. -- (Posted 6 June 11)
For Sale: Marshall & Wendell / Ampico Player Piano. Upright - medium brown
in finish. Piano works fine, probably needs tuning. Player portion needs rebuilding.
I have at least 30 plus rolls to go with unit. Need to sell. $800. Los Angeles area.
Contact Steve at 818-645-8513. -- (Posted 6 June 11)
Wanted: Welte Mignon roll #B6578. Nocturne After Cantique de Noel P/B
Katinka Narinska. Please e-mail John at operacowboy@cfl.rr.com -- (Posted 6 June 11)
Wanted: I need "O" Orchestrion Roll(s) for my player piano that have
wedding music on them. Please let me know if you have or know where I can find them.
Also please send a list if you have any that works for me. Email: info@frenchquarterweddingchapel.com -- (Posted 17 May 11)
For Sale: Kimball Electromatic Player Piano - Artist Spinet. Serial # S26713.
Brand new brass motor. Works well. Might need retuning. Matching bench.
50 rolls of music. Located in Quakertown Pennsylvania. $1,000/OBO takes all.
If interested or need more information send email to anders09@comcast.net -- (Posted 17 May 11)
For Sale: I have a Walnut Art-Apollophone I wish to sell, located near
Seattle. It is pretty much original, and still works after a fashion. The big item is
the reproducer for the phonograph is missing. I have spare parts to go with it.
Price is $2800.00. FOB Tuckwila, WA. Photos available. Email: TomWA007@aol.com -- (Posted 17 May 11)
For Sale: A 30 note mechanical Wurlitzer glockenspiel for pipe organ.
It has 1.25" diameter glockenspiel bars. The range is G up to c. Contact Russ at
847-729-4166 or at sideperson@aol.com -- (Posted 17 May 11)
For Sale: I have most of the mechanical parts for an upright Welte Mignon
Licensee, if someone is in need of these parts let me know. I would like to sell all
parts. I can send pictures upon request. Email: 2willis@cox.net -- (Posted 17 May 11)
For Sale: Assorted rolls for Welte, Hupfeld, Weber Unika, Imhof and Mukle Lord (orchestrion), NOS, Amelotti, Solophone. Sold individually. Location: Cyprus. Contact seller for list and prices at: sp@alpineautos.com -- (Posted 14 May 11)
Wanted: Spool frames to play O rolls, A rolls and APP rolls. Please
contact S Powers by email at sp@alpineautos.com -- (Posted 14 May 11)
For Sale: NEW Piano Roll Boxes - Duo-Art Audiographic series - Exactly
like the originals! Maroon with Gold Printing, all 3 sizes available!
(small & medium are "Top Hat" style) $6.00 ea. Quantities are
limited, so get them before they are all gone!
Ampico boxes in two sizes: "Top Hat"
boxes (for small rolls with false bottom), and Large (for 3" flange). Black Leather
with Gold Printing, Exactly like the originals, $5.00 ea.
88 note roll boxes in two sizes-Large (fits
2 34 flange) covered with Black Alligator paper (Top), Black Leather
(Bottom) $3.00 ea.
Small (fits 2" flange) Covered with Black Leather Paper (Top), White
Litho (Bottom) $2.00 ea.
Other repair supplies available- Parchment
Leaders, Tabs, Tubes, Flanges, Repair Tissue. Quantity Discounts
available. Rich Ingram rollguyrich@yahoo.com or 626-824-4404. -- (Posted 14 May 11)
For Sale: I have a Rare Farrand Cecilian 65 Note Push Up Piano Player
from the early 1900's for sale. It is in very nice, almost Original condition. There
are not many of these left in playing condition. The pneumatics and pumps have been
rebuilt, and new tubing installed. The sustain mechanism is intact and in working
condition. This player plays very well for it's age. I no longer have the piano to
play it with. 200 65 Note Rolls are included. $1,200 Call Rich (626) 824-4404 NO TEXTS!
or email for photos rollguyrich@yahoo.com -- (Posted 14 May 11)
For Sale: Time to thin the herd. I have too many pianos. This Very
RARE 65/88 Note 1909 A B Chase Artistano 6'3" Grand Foot Pump Player Piano is up for
sale in So. Cal. The bench is included, although probably not the original. This piano
has had the entire pneumatic system rebuilt (by P O), and the string, pins, soundboard,
and plate done recently. It has the original ivory keys and are in almost perfect
condition with the only exception being a small chip in the center key top from
flapping roll tab. The case is in very nice original condition with the lid being the
only exception, as it has had the clear coat refinished. The piano has a wonderful
rich tone, and a powerful deep base. The player does play, but it takes a lot of
effort. The previous owner had a suction box attached in order to make it play. This
piano was featured at the International AMICA Convention in Los Angeles Ca in 2008.
The plate has been signed by Hi Babit after he played it (by hand) for a while. I got
the player to work pretty good then, but does not play that well now, as it may have
a leak somewhere. The pneumatic system in this instrument is quite complicated and
needs an expert to get it playing to it's full potential. There are only a few of this
model (65/88 note) still in existence. $5,500 Please call Rich for an appointment or
email rollguyrich@yahoo.com for photos.
(626) 824-4404 NO TEXTS! -- (Posted 14 May 11)
Wanted: I am looking to purchase a band organ in excelent playing
condition, would prefer a 146, with bells, but am open to see what is available!
Please contact me with what you have, price and location, uncleal@comcast.net
Thank you! -- (Posted 14 May 11)
For Sale: Wurlitzer “Strad” 10 instrument nickelodeon/orchestrion. Has
Piano, Snare Drum, Bass Drum/Tympani, Bells/Glockenspiel, Tambourine, Triangle, Wood
Block, Pipes (metal Violin/Cello as well as wood), crash cymbal, and ride cymbal. Plays
Coinola "O-Roll" nickelodeon / orchestrion rolls. It appears as if all of the strings,
hammers, dampers, and tuning pins have been replaced and the case has been refinished.
The stained glass is in very good condition but several of the smaller pieces of dark
glass have some cracks. The tubing is in excellent condition and is very flexible -
not brittle. All of the instrument valves are wooden Wurlitzer valves. Many of the
tubes/hoses have paper hang tag labels with writing on them indicating what it goes
to. There is an electric blower and an electric vacuum box next to the pipe chest at
the bottom of the unit. There is a coin mechanism that is set up to accept quarters.
The nickelodeon lights up 2 bulbs and plays when the coin is dropped in the slot. It
comes with one roll. The nickelodeon sounds great, but some of the pipes are out of
tune. It appears to need some adjustment as the roll does not always stop between
songs, and the tambourine and triangle are not working properly. The automatic re-roll
is not working, but you can press a pneumatic and it re-rolls the roll. Asking $7,995.
Please contact Mark at (520) 235-9763 for more information. -- (Posted 14 May 11)
For Sale: I have a refurbished upright player piano for sale. I know
nothing about it, really. I have owned it since 1980 and it was newly refurbished
then and it has been well kept. The inner workings are sound but appear to need minor
adjustments, and of course it would need tuned. Included are a "vintage looking" stool
and several QRS rolls. I can send you many pictures via email or you can come visit it
in Indiana, Pennsylvania. $1500. finallykj@hotmail.com -- (Posted 14 May 11)
For Sale: I have a Singer piano built in the early 1920’s for sale –
Looks good but player needs repairs. Will sell for $2500 OBO. Email: Glenda.harwood@yahoo.com -- (Posted 14 May 11)
For Sale: A very old, upright Wurlitzer player piano with an artistic
face. The piano itself works fine with a good tuning. The inner mechanics need
refurbished. These interior mechanics have a patented label of May 30, 1899 & March 5,
1907 Cincinnati, OH. The wood is in good condition. The keys are in fair
condition. The faux stain glass face is in fair shape as there is one small piece
broken and missing. I say “faux” stain glass as the material is not actually glass,
but a plastic like material designed in multi-colored segments similar to stain glass.
The scene is of a sail boat. The coin slot is present but does not activate the self
play function. The piano is located in Montgomery County, KY off Interstate 64 between
Winchester and Morehead. To schedule a visit to see the piano please call
513-312-9375. Make an offer which includes safe removal and transport of piano. -- (Posted 24 April 11)
For Sale: Link 2 E Nickelodeon continuous player and comes with additional
player rolls in nice condition. 5 cent coin-operated with mandolin and xylophone with
clear glass front displaying the xylophone. Nice Tiger Oak case. I have it in a
climate control building, Jacksonville Florida. I wish to sale this fine instrument or
a possible trade for pre 1915 early arcade or gambling machines. I can be reached at
mssh@comcast.net -- (Revised 14 April 11)
For Sale: Mason & Hamlin #35966 Model A Ampico Reproducing Piano. It was
completed at the factory in Boston MA on August 19, 1926 and was shipped to the Cable
Company in Detroit MI. Ampico system and piano are currently being completely restored.
$28,000.00 with approximately 200 player rolls, mostly Ampico recordings. Contact:
Robert Holley at 419-353-1801 or email: holley@wcnet.org -- (Posted 8 April 11, Updated 9 October 11)
Wanted: Ampico 2303E Stabat Mater, played by Suskind, 4/28.
Email: origsmith(nospam)@sbcglobal.net Remove (no spam) to reply. -- (Posted 8 April 11)
For Sale: Collectors Muzelle Player Piano - $7500. Muzelle/Sojin/Daewoo,
modern electric 88-note player piano with "O" roll spool mechanism in base, 24-note
xylophone, cymbal and two drums, in white polyester resin finished case with lighted
stained and clear glass of Art Deco design in upper and lower front panels, coin
mechanism (25 cent coin), matching leather covered bench and twelve multi-tune "O"
rolls by Play Rite. This is a mechanical music collectors show piece. Please
email your contact information for photos. frankwalsh@usa.net -- (Posted 26 March 11)
Wanted: I am in need of a motor and transmission for a Kimball
Electramatic Piano Model E. If you have one please call Carl Boyd at (502) 664-4681.
Thank you. -- (Posted 26 March 11)
Wanted: Seeking one set of the two piece socket set for the Seeburg L.
The outer ceramic piece measures 2 3/4 inches, by 1 3/4 inches, by 1 3/4 inches in
height. The inner ceramic piece contains the electic base in which the bulb is
screwed into. I may be contacted at jbschwantes@hotmail.com
or at home 562-431-3325 in Los Alamitos, CA. -- (Posted 26 March 11)
For Sale: 63 Player Piano Rolls for Sale. Mostly QRS and Imperial. Make
Offer for Lot or Individually. Email todd@toddkepler.com
for list and more information. -- (Posted 26 March 11)
For Sale: Steinway Duo-Art Pianola 6 ft. grand. The piano and player
were rebuilt and case refinished in 1973. Over the years this instrument has been well
cared for. It belonged to my parents. Unfortunately my home is not as grand as their
place and it will not fit into my house. I am asking $7,500. The instrument is
located in Danbury, Conn. For more information, please contact:
belfryhistoric@verizon.net -- (Posted 26 March 11)
Wanted: Kimball Electramatic Model E Transmission and Motor. Please
e-mail cboyd10000@aol.com or call Carl Boyd
at (502) 664-4681. Thank You. -- (Posted 26 March 11)
Wanted: Take-up spool for 88-note Ampico player piano. The piano dated
from around 1924 and is undergoing restoration. We don't have a take-up spool for it
and we're having difficulty finding one. We're based in Manchester, England.
Contact Mark Dawber at: dawber@me.com -- (Posted 26 March 11)
For Sale: I want to Sell my Seeburg EX Nickelodeon from the 20's. It was
restored in '85. It was built for two sisters who had a cafe in a small town on the
Mo. river. Contact me at pierresilber@comcast.net
or call 408-891-8255. -- (Posted 15 March 11)
Wanted: I would like to buy a punch to perforate my own music
rolls. cath_robinson@bigpond.com -- (Posted 12 March 11)
Wanted: 88 note piano rolls of or containing the Cole Porter songs “It’s
Delovely” and “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”. If you could give me any leads where I
might find either of these tunes, I’d be grateful. Please contact me
on gward1211@bigpond.com. -- (Posted 12 March 11)
Wanted: Disk of Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana for 9" Britannia
Disk Music Box. Also, does anyone know if the German folk tune Loreley (or Lorelei)
was ever transcribed to the same disk format? Contact: keithh44@sky.com -- (Posted 21 February 11)
For Sale: (1)Welte Mignon Reproducing Piano - Made by Mason & Rische.
Small upright cabinet. In original condition, ideal for rebuild. Located in Santa Fe,
New Mexico. $500 or best offer. Welte player rolls available.
(2)Schultz Player Grand - With Recordo expression action. Piano in good condition,
refinished case. Player mechanism needs rebuild. Located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. $3,000.
Stack & Bellows - For a Cable piano. Need rebuilding. Make an offer.
Duo Art Foot Pump Reproducing Pianos - 2 available, good for rebuild or parts. Located
in Markdale, Ontario, Canada. $500 or offer for both.
Call George Veveris, (505) 988-9116, or email cveveris@comcast.net -- (Posted 21 February 11)
For Sale: 1921 Kimball Player Piano. A very good, working condition
player piano and matching bench and cabinet to store the music rolls. There are
approximately 150 rolls of music included as well. Please email with any questions.
$695 OBO. Please make an offer or email me at: info@texascharterfleet.com if you have any questions. Thanks.
-- (Posted 21 February 11)
Wanted Looking to purchase a working Mills Violano-Virtuoso. The
instruments must be original (restored/repaired is OK) but the electronics can be
updated. The case must be complete and original (refinished is OK too). I prefer a
coin operated, but a home version without the coin drop would be fine. Please email
me at: jaxjunk9@comcast.net -- (Posted 21 February 11)
For Sale: Chase & Baker push-up made in Buffalo, New York. Housed in a
cherry cabinet. Excellent condition. Also 3 pump organs. Two are from the Chicago
Cottage Organ Co. and one is from the Waterloo Organ Co. of Waterloo, New York. All
three in excellent condition. We are taking offers on the above. We also have a
reproduction Circus Calliope made by Mike Hanchett. Serial number 10. Asking price
$6500 or BO. A Hofbauer Drehorgan model 26er Harmonipan Mikroband with cart. It has
eight cartridges to go with it. New in 1985. Asking price $3500. or BO. Reproduction
Wurlitzer Caliola built by Donald Stinson in 1980. Asking price $6000. or BO. These items all come from the collection of Russell and Betty
Pelow. For photos please e-mail me at: birch.marykay@gmail.com -- (Posted 21 February 11)
Wanted: I am looking for an Ampico B drawer. My e-mail: tfairboyd@aol.com -- (Posted 21 February 11)
For Sale: I have a Aeolian style 1500 reed organ. -- SOLD!
For Sale Aeolian Orchestrelle Model W -- SOLD!
For Sale: I have a Williams player piano for sale, not restored.
Price $1500.00. Email: bob.michel@live.ca -- (Posted 23 January 11)
For Sale or Trade: For what little I know about this piano, it's very old and is in
poor condition. No attempts have been made to restore it. A piano dealer helped me
locate the serial number: 14208. Claims that this is around 1899 vintage.
I will take almost anything in trade just to get rid of it. Email: bberry01@maine.rr.com.
I can also be reached by phone: 207-229-4964. -- (Posted 23 January 11)
For Sale: One of a kind, custom made Calliope on a vintage Walnut Reed
Organ Case / Cabinet. Has 48 solid brass pipes, bass drum, snare drum, Ludwig bells,
and a Rosewood reiterating xylophone. The keys are unique....made from walnut and
birds eye maple (natural, not painted). Plays G-Roll music. Stands under 7 foot tall.
Beautiful instrument. This will be available in April of 2011. Price - $11,500.00
For photos, please email me at baghira@cox.net or call
Mike at (316) 284-1042 Located in Wichita, Kansas area. -- (Posted 12 January 11)
For Sale: located in England, UK a large quantity of new and original
piano and organ rolls, all listed and priced individually - Duo-Art, 88 note,
65 note, Kastonome, Recordo, 46 + 58 + 116 note Organ. Also large quantity of musical
box discs, also fully listed. Email: kevin_mcelhone@hotmail.com -- (Posted 12 January 11)
Wanted: First-time buyer looking for a working (preferably restored)
Nickelodeon or Orchestrion. Would like something with a few instruments/percussion,
stained glass and solid, decorative cabinet. I live in NYC but have the space for
something bigger than a cabinet piano. I don't have a great deal of money to invest
in one, but would love to have something impressive for my collection and would give
it a great home among my phonographs, clocks and jukeboxes. If you're ready to move
one along, contact me. This has been a dream of mine since I was a boy. Thanks!
billy61@aol.com -- (Posted 12 January 11)
For Sale: Steinway Duo Art reproducing parlour grand piano, walnut
finish, ivory keys, serial number B 5449224413, manufactured in 1923. Approximately
200 piano rolls accompany this lot along with 6 player piano and DUO-ART piano books.
Condition: Excellent overall condition. The player mechanism was completely rebuilt
in the early 1980s. Soundboard excellent, hammers replaced, re-strung and re-pinned
in the early 1980s, regulation and replacement of tubing for the player mechanism
approximately 5 years ago. The bench is a later replacement. Maintained in a climate
controlled residential environment. Provenance: Original owner was Harriett Mason
Spaulding, wife of Huntly Spaulding (New Hampshire Governor 1927-1929). Dr. James L.
Mason, nephew of Mrs. Spaulding, has owned it since 1954. Note: Professionally
appraised in August 2010 with an insurance value of $35,580. Measures 78-1/2" H
x 60-1/2" W x 82" D (6 ft. 6-1/2 in. x 5 ft. 1/2 in. W x 6 ft. 10" D). Provenance:
Friendsville, TN Collection. Note - additional photos of the piano including close-ups
of the player mechanism available upon request.
Link to website with photos:
http://caseantiques.com/item/lot-193-steinway-duo-art-parlor-grand-piano-1923/
--
John Case, President
Case Antiques, Inc. Auctions & Appraisals
www.caseantiques.com
865-558-3033
Wanted: Reginaphone Turntable. Email Dave at: mech999@flash.net -- (Posted 12 January 11)
For Sale: Dagmar Upright player piano by James Smith & Son Ltd of
Liverpool, piano maker to the late Queen Victoria Circa early 1900’s. The instrument
is in descent condition with a great full and wide resonating sound. The exterior
finish is very good overall in a beautiful dark brown walnut stain. Can be played
manually as well as a player. Lovely sound but needs tuning & cleaned. Reg # 809327.
Located south of Houston, TX. Price Negotiable. Email for
Pictures. Kseffenberger@hotmail.com -- (12 January 11)
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