Offered for sale is an original 1928 Mason & Hamlin Model RAA Ampico reproducing grand piano. This instrument has remained substantially original and is being offered as a restoration project for a collector, rebuilder, or technician who appreciates these exceptional American pianos.
Mason & Hamlin has long been regarded as one of America's premier piano builders. Their pre-war grands are noted for their massive construction, rich tonal quality, and the patented Tension Resonator system that helps maintain structural stability over time.
This piano is equipped with its original Ampico reproducing mechanism. Unlike conventional player pianos, the Ampico system was designed to reproduce the dynamics, phrasing, and expression of performances recorded by leading concert pianists of the era. Properly restored, these instruments are capable of remarkably faithful musical reproduction and are highly sought after by collectors.