Bosendorfer Model 290 Imperial

Pros: Stunningly beautiful, amazing resonance, extra keys, intimate and mellow tone, great action.
Cons: Expensive, great for some composers, but not all.

I finally got the chance to play a special edition Bosendorfer Imperial at the recent NAMM conference in Anaheim, CA. Of the pianos produced today, this was definitely one of the most ornate I've played with a beautiful finish in gold and pearl and ...

Pros: Incredible action, exquisite tone, unparalleled "fit and finish", quiet and smooth damper action, perfect voicing
Cons: Few authorized Boesendorfer dealers. Expensive, but it's worth every penny.

I have always liked the sound of Boesendorfer pianos but was never in the position to afford one until recently. So when it came time to shop, I wanted to make very sure that whatever piano I purchased was the best piano money could buy. I played them ...

Pros: Perfection
Cons: None

So what do you think? I have owned a 290 for 3 years now, this has been my dream piano since I was 6. I drive a piece of junk car and eat at taco bell on a regular basis so I could buy my dream. Mystic aside this is one amazing piano. It gives you...

Pros: Stunningly beautiful, Unparalleled tone and power,exquisite workmanship
Cons: Expensive, but worth it.

I spent over a year researching my piano purchase. I have played the piano for 32 years and never owned a grand piano.
Although cost was a factor, I was willing to spend the amount necessary for the highest quality instrument.
My first...

Pros: Quality as good as Steinway. Bosendorfer name.
Cons: Bright sound, cost ($175,000 new), light action

Bosendorfer is one of the most legendary names in the market. They use Renner action and they get their soundboards from an outside source (not Bosendorfer) as well. To make the cast iron harp, they use a method called sand casting, which has been proven...

Pros: The best tonal quality I have ever heard
Cons: NONE!!!

I can see where "Imperial" comes into play with this piano. This has been the best piano for me. I own two of them. They have been the biggest joy. Besides my three other Steinways. This piano beats all the other pianos with a stick. You can't find...