![]() ![]() I think that helps a bit with bass response. One aspect of the 131 scale is a long back scale on the bass bridge which puts the bass bridge well away from the back rim so that it is not detrimentally restricted in movement. I have played a variety of the 6 1/2 footers including the 131, 109c and 116. Do you know whether they are keeping the original scales and rim shapes? Too bad Baldwin is not making the larger models. Chickering9, you there?įor details, do you have anything to say about the characteristics of the plate (for example, is it about 16 mm?), the hammers (I have heard original hammers were smaller than other makers at the time) of the shape of the rim (which famously gives the Chickering a whole lot more soundboard area than other pianos of comparable length) or anything else? Years of construction and actual size are much appreciated, although of course what I am looking for is those of you who love these pianos and are ready to rave about them. What is your experience, impression or what have you heard about the Chickering pianos in between 6 and 8 feet long? I played my first recital on a Chickering that use to belong to Teresa Carreno I think about 6'3" but I did not know then to pay attention to these things and just thought "this old piano is really nice!" Familiar with Chickering pianos? I have seen big full concert grands and then a bunch of tiny baby grands, but not much in between. ![]()
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