Steinway & Sons Model L Baby Grand

Type: Baby Grand
Make: Steinway & Sons
Model: L

Year: 1986
Finish: Walnut Satin
Serial #: 497644
Size: 5'10 1/2"
Manufactured: United States
Bench Included: Yes
Warranty: 10 Years

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• Free In-Home Tuning Within 30 Days of Purchase

Steinway & Sons Model L

Classic American Medium Grand Piano

The Steinway & Sons Model L is one of the most respected medium grand pianos ever built. Measuring approximately 5’10½” (180 cm), it offers the musical depth and power of a larger instrument while remaining perfectly suited to refined home environments, studios, and intimate performance spaces.

Crafted with a solid spruce soundboard, a cast-iron plate, and Steinway’s legendary precision action, the Model L represents the pinnacle of traditional American piano building. Produced primarily between 1925 and 2005, it has become a highly sought-after instrument among pianists, collectors, and recording professionals.

Tone & Performance

The Model L is celebrated for its:

• Warm, rich tonal character

• Deep, resonant bass uncommon for its size

• Singing, expressive midrange

• Brilliant yet controlled treble

While more compact than the concert-sized Steinway Model D, the Model L delivers remarkable projection, tonal balance, and dynamic range—making it an ideal choice for serious musicians who demand nuance and power in equal measure.

Touch & Responsiveness

Steinway’s renowned action provides exceptional precision and control, allowing for subtle pianissimo passages, commanding fortissimo climaxes, and a full spectrum of expressive color in between. The Model L responds effortlessly to the most demanding repertoire.

A Timeless Investment

The Model L is widely regarded as the perfect balance between size and performance. Its enduring craftsmanship and musical integrity have made it one of the most desirable vintage Steinway models on the market today—an instrument that combines artistic excellence with lasting value.

For pianists seeking uncompromising sound in an elegant, manageable grand piano, the Steinway Model L stands as a benchmark of quality and tradition.

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