I have decided to put the figure of EUR 10,000 on the table
Currently I have evaluated these hypotheses
Sauter 130 Competence upright
Schimmel 120 upright
Schulze Pollmann grand piano
Since I most likely also have space for a grand piano, I wonder: given the same available budget, is it better to get a high-category upright instrument such as the Schimmel or the Sauter, or take advantage of the string length of a grand piano even if it is of a lower category like the Pollmann?
I should preface that the only one I have tested extensively is the Sauter and it is a remarkable instrument, truly generous bass notes, and I would say easier to play compared to the Schimmel 120; it seems to me that the keys return better, or that the instrument is, so to speak, more manageable.
I still need to try the Pollmann properly.
Thank you for any information regarding this, or if you have other models to consider within this budget...
Hi, I also set a budget of 10,000; remember that a grand piano isn't a pair of shoes haha... so with 10,000 you could find a Kawai or a Yamaha... probably a Yamaha C3... or a Kawai RX1
With 10,000, if you look around a bit among private sellers, you could even get a C5, perhaps with some small work to be done. The C5 is a wonderful piano! In my opinion, it is much superior to the C7, despite being shorter. Keep it in consideration.
I would say that I, too, with this amount, would lean towards a C5. Of course, a new Schimmel 120 is not bad. One must always be careful about the condition of the hammers and all the mechanics, as well as the condition of the strings. The Sauter is very similar to the Seiler. They are excellent pianos. Now we have to see, as Simone says, if you want to get a used brand-name piano with some minor work to be done and push yourself a bit higher. In any case, you must also rely on your own sensations, because what you expect from the instrument reflects your needs! Let us know
