Wurlitzer pianos are a popular choice for students, home enthusiasts and professional musicians alike. They are beautiful impressions of the chrome logos that graced the backs of the last wurlitzer. Download the vector logo of the wurlitzer brand designed by in encapsulated postscript eps format. Feel free to send us your own wallpaper and we will consider adding it to appropriate category. Wurlitzer is one of those names that even someone not familiar with pianos would probably recognize. Wurlitzer already owned chickering piano, so baldwin got chickering too as part of the package deal. Welcome to the wurlitzer butterfly piano registry project site. Each piano is manufactured with a unique serial number that is recorded for future reference of not only when it was made but also where. Large wurlitzer logo on the back, making the 200a the most ostentatiously branded wurlitzer electronic. Mar 28, 2010 wurlitzer is one of those names that even someone not familiar with pianos would probably recognize. Simply type in the serial number into the box below then click calculate.
Wurlitzer piano serial number reference information. The wurlitzer electronic piano, commonly called the wurly, is an electric piano manufactured and marketed by wurlitzer from the mid1950s to the early 1980s. This site is dedicated to the sharing and preservation of the unique wurlitzer butterfly pianos of the 1930s. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Meanwhile, gibson acquired deutche wurlitzer jukebox and electronics vending brand in 2006, briefly bringing the primary wurlitzer product lines back. Waylon jennings the wurlitzer prize sheet music in g. Hang your posters in dorms, bedrooms, offices, studios, or anywhere blank walls arent welcome.
Hello everyone, my 6 year old son its been taking piano lessons on a yamaha that we are renting, for about 7 months. Wurlitzer electric piano parts reed reeds logo legs pedal etc. Download and buy high quality wurlitzer samples sound effects. As a home piano they are adequate, most of the more recent instruments were passably good, a few from the 1970s and 1980s, li. To be honest, you cant go wrong selecting a rhodes or a wurlitzer. If you like the wurlitzer 200, the 200a is a great pick the action and reeds are completely the same, with. Based in columbus, ohio our company stocks over 300 new and used pianos for sale including restored steinway pianos and german pianos such as bechstein and bosendorfer. The rudolph wurlitzer company, usually referred to as simply wurlitzer, is an american. He built a piano manufacturing plant in ohio in 1861, and four years later, he opened a retail shop, expanding his distribution across the unites states.
The wurlitzer electronic piano, commonly called the wurli, is an electric piano manufactured and marketed by wurlitzer from the mid1950s to the early 1980s. Discover your pianos age and country of origin with our 5 star accuracy guide to ensure the quality and. By 1996 production of wurlitzer grands were being manufactured by samick in korea. Wurlitzer pianoes are a good addition to invigorate any musical performance. Wurlitzer brands of the world download vector logos and. Every used piano we receive is inspected inside and out, tested, and tuned several times to make sure it will perform flawlessly. What would the typical value of this piano be from this time. This piano is an absolute delight to play with a smooth action and beutiful clear tone. What is an estimated value for a wurlitzer piano with bench. Massive databases exist online with nearly all serial numbers used from nearly every piano manufacturer. Dec 08, 2017 wurlitzer acoustic pianos were economy home pianos and not intended for the performance stage or professional musician. The philipps wurlitzer music roll database project.
Michael will be glad to help you assess the prospects of repair andor complete restoration of your wurlitzer piano. How to find the model of your wurlitzer piano our pastimes. The wurlitzer piano sounds very different from the rhodes piano and has enjoyed great success, especially during the 1960s and 1970s. In 1995 baldwin purchased wurlitzer and chickering.
Search for other related vectors at containing more than 784105. A faithful reproduction of the wurlitzer electric piano face plate and logo. What is an estimated value for a wurlitzer piano with bench model no. April 17, 2012 paramount, ca, usa bill campbell plays a 1926 model wurlitzer pipe organ at paramount iceland. Wurlitzer pianos the name that means music to millions. Download electrikeys epiano vsti n electric piano emulation based on vintage fender rhodes. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Wurlitzer company database reports for the wurlitzer brand of pianos and orchestrions.
What is an estimated value for a wurlitzer piano with. Wurlitzer 88note playerpiano mechanical music press. A groundbreaking exhibition presenting a spectacular array of iconic instruments of rock and roll will go on view at the met on april 8. The reeds are tuned with blobs of solder and a file. Shop our online selection of wurlitzer 200 series faceplates, logo stickers and jewel lights. Introducing newly arranged and recuts of original wurlitzer automatic player piano app for your wurlitzer coin piano.
Wurlitzer brands of the world download vector logos. In the early 20th century, thousands of these gigantic pipe organs were installed in movie theaters throughout the united states, canada, england and australia to. Due to their high output during their time in the piano industry, wurlitzer pianos are a common sight in continued use and for sale as used pianos. Sheet music arranged for pianovocalguitar in g major. Wurlitzer electric piano logo art print by simonreich redbubble. There are wurlitzer upright pianos made with many types of wood available on ebay. Our available wurlitzer pianos include a range of types, costs and conditions. This is one of many, many pianos for sale at australias leading piano.
Wurlitzer 200 logos, stickers, faceplates electric piano parts store. If you like the wurlitzer 200, the 200a is a great pick the action and reeds are completely the same, with only the improved circuit differentiating the two. The baldwin piano company purchased wurlitzer s piano making assets and brand in 1988. The rudolph wurlitzer company logo on a pipe organ.
Ask for a certificate of appraisal or from a certified piano repair shop that has checked the piano if you want to verify the wurlitzer upright piano value. Download the vector logo of the wurlitzer brand designed by in encapsulated postscript eps. While rhodes and wurlitzer electric pianos vary in sound, design and functionality, the choice is ultimately up to the player. How to tune a wurlitzer spinet upright piano step by step full version tutorial duration. It is assumed herein that you have a knowledge of music, midi and a good midi editor, such as cakewalk.
Find and download wurlitzer wallpaper on hipwallpaper. The goal of this website is to gather and share information about these wonderful little american made pianos. Philipps pianella wurlitzer pianorchestra and paganini. Although established earlier as an organ builder, they began manufacturing pianos in 1880 and were probably among the most prolific piano manufacturers in us history with total units produced exceeding two million. Owned by the famous zamboni family of ice resufacing fame, paramount iceland has been in continuous operation since 1940, and is thought to be the only ice rink in north america, and p. Wurlitzer acoustic pianos were economy home pianos and not intended for the performance stage or professional musician. The trick is knowing where to look on the instrument. Print and download the wurlitzer prize sheet music by waylon jennings.
If you have a piano with the wurlitzer name and would like to discuss the prospects of restoration, refinishing, refurbishing or repair, please contact michael sweeney directly. Wurlitzer pianos were on the economical side of pianos out there so youll see lower prices for them used than other brands. For basic source of music you can download a good selection of playable wurlitzer midi files from the internet or if you are slightly more ambitious use rolls from my eroll archive. The current status of the logo is active, which means the logo is currently in use. In 1880 wurlitzer began to make pianos, and the company grew and became particularly well known for military and mechanical. Flat nuts are optional to help secure the logo in place. Around 1990 wurlitzer was sold to the baldwin piano company.
Straight from the 70s, the wurlitzer 200a electric piano provided an update to the original model 200 with a new and improved amplifier circuit, complete with speaker. The process began by closemiking the piano with beyerdynamic mc930 condenser microphones on the wurlitzers builtin speakers, and an aea r84 ribbon mic on. Wurlitzer piano prices and value upright, grand new, used. May 12, 2012 i know someone who is selling a 1950s wurlitzer. Your pianos age is one of the most significant factors in determining your pianos value. Wurlitzer 200 logos, stickers, faceplates electric piano. She believes that it has ivory keys, and im not sure how much that will play into the value. A magnetic pickup system converted the tone into electric energy and a small amplifier drove the built in speakers on the front of the piano. The most notable difference between the two models is that the isolation transformer in the bottom of the piano connected to the ac power cord is not fused in the model 1202. Waylon jennings the wurlitzer prize sheet music in g major. The bench seat is leather topped, the music holder is a lattice pattern, the bottom center front of the piano from floor to keyboard, approx middle 3 ft across is alternating strips of.
Wurlitzer electric piano logo poster by simonreich redbubble. This will make a nice impression when you see it shine. Wurlitzer pianos for sale buy a wurlitzer piano at pianomart. Very clean inside and still maintaining an almost new external condition. Could any one give me a brief history about the company. The model number will be associated with it and should be printed in the same locations. Your piano includes a full warranty, lifetime tradeup plan, and inhome service from a nationwide network of registered piano technicians. All keyboardists have their own expectations of what an electric piano should sound like. Records indicate wurlitzer sold player piano mechanisms to other manufacturers who installed wurlitzer components in their own pianos and sold them under other brand names.
Wurlitzer was established in 1853 by franz rudolph wurlitzer. Apr 28, 2012 we have an old wurlitzer piano and i am wondering how much it might be worth. We have an old wurlitzer piano and i am wondering how much it might be worth. In 2001, the baldwin, chickering and wurlitzer names were purchased by the gibson musical instrument company. The bench seat is leather topped, the music holder is a lattice pattern, the bottom center front of the piano from floor to keyboard, approx middle 3 ft across is alternating strips of wood and a burlap sort of material. An iconic wurlitzer jukebox of the bigband era has been preserved as a part of americas musical history with this handcolored etching by artist susan dysinger of laguna beach, california, usa. Notice that the stylized wurlitzer logo that became famous in later years had not yet been implemented, and so here we see the wurlitzer name set out in a common decorative font. The two most common models were the model 1202 and model 1203. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options.
This electric piano was made by the wurlitzer company, in dekalb, illinois, around 19721973. The sound is generated by striking a metal reed with a hammer, which induces an electric current in a pickup. I havent been able to go and check it out yet, but, i was wondering if it was even worth the visit. Vintage vibe manufactures wurlitzer electric piano logos. Wurlitzer pianorchestra and paganini shipping documents. The tone and design of these wurlitzer electric pianoes please musical groups and gift givers. These rolls play on most styles of wurlitzer coin pianos using the app 5tune changer or 10tune long roll frame format, including styles a, ax, b, bx, c, cx l, lx,i, ix, and others. If you are looking for these numbers on your wurlitzer upright piano, take a look inside. Download the wurlitzer mandolin pianorchestra rollography report. Replacement logos located on the back end of wurlitzer electric pianos. Subsequently, the gibson guitar corporation acquired baldwin and operated it as a wholly owned subsidiary.
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