Key Features:

• Model U1647, 40" Upright: Compact yet full-bodied, designed to deliver Steinway’s signature tone and dynamic range in a smaller footprint.

• Solid Sitka Spruce Soundboard: Resonant and responsive, producing rich harmonics and excellent projection.

• Hard Rock Maple Rims & Structural Braces: Provide strength and stability that have preserved this instrument’s tone and integrity over decades.

• Action: Original Steinway action known for precision and sensitivity, offering expressive control and smooth key response.

• Finish: Classic satin or polished ebony (often refinished over the years), maintaining elegant, understated appearance.

• Handcrafted in New York, USA: Built during a significant period in Steinway’s history, showcasing unmatched attention to detail and traditional methods.

With its warm, resonant tone, balanced touch, and historical significance, the 1941/1942 Steinway & Sons Model U1647 is both a musical instrument and a collector’s piece—a testament to the artistry and enduring legacy of early 20th-century Steinway craftsmanship.