1935 Steinway A3 6’ 4” (“long A”) ebony grand #279638 with the Steinway patented Accelerated Action
This piano is an excellent example of Steinway’s “Golden Age” period of piano making.
Fully restored and refinished to like new condition with a matching artist bench.
The 6’ 4” version of the model A is one of the most sought after and balanced home pianos. It was made from 1913 to 1945. Recently Steinway reintroduced the model A2 which at 6’ 2” is two inches shorter than the A3.
Restoration just completed:
The action has been rebuilt with new hammers, shanks & flanges and wippens according to a modified ”Stanwood Precision Touch Design” protocol giving a quick, even touch and balanced tone.
Hammers were custom made to match weight and dimensions of the originals.
The soundboard and plate have been refinished, the pin block replaced (Bolduc pin block), and new agraffes and strings installed. Custom wound G C bass strings installed.
All hardware has been replated.
Classic “picture frame” detail on legs.
Damper guide rail refelted, damper action serviced and dampers replaced.
A jewel of a piano suitable for the most discerning professional musician.
The Steinway model A3 (also known as the “long A”) is considered by many experts to be the finest piano Steinway ever made. At 6′ 4″ it possesses depth and power and compares to the 7’ model B.
The Steinway A3 measures 6’4 1/2”, larger than the current model A giving it greater power and range of tone. It is considered by many to be “the perfect piano”, comparable to the 7’ Steinway B,
Built for just 32 years from 1913-1945, the A3 was more affordable than the B, more manageable in size and produced a sound and strength nearly on par with its 7’ brethren. The A3 piano was a staple of the New York factory only to be discontinued in 1945 when piano rebuilding resumed after World War II and some say production ceased due to the competition it created for the larger and more expensive Steinway B.
$54,500