Its pitch began at approximately >25-30% flat of A440hz. Its satin luster was as bright (if not brighter) than most newer pianos I have seen. This piano is over 60 years old, and its finish is immaculate. This Everett console was taken care of by one owner, over the course of its lifetime. She had told me, over the phone, that the piano needed some cleaning, which, after I arrived, was very minimal. Recently, I serviced a piano of a customer who recently purchased a used Everett spinet / console. Used Everett Console / Spinet Piano Value Great name remains stamped in the minds of piano enthusiasts and music AlthoughĮverett pianos have ceased production since 1989, the legacy of this During this period, from 1986-1989,Įverett pianos were manufactured to Yamaha specifications by theĮverett pianos are known for their innovative qualities. Haven factory in September 1986, moving to Thomaston, GA.Īn Everett grand piano was also produced in Japan for a short time.ġ986, Yamaha stopped production of the Everett piano, and the nameĬeased to be used by Yamaha in 1989.

Everett vertical pianos were built by Yamaha,Īlong with its United States made pianos, until Yamaha closed the South The Meridian Corporation owned the company in 1973, when it was sold to Yamaha Int'l. Eventually, Everett’s school piano sales skyrocketed to more Carter, head of the music department of Western Michigan

The Everett School Piano made another first, when it met andĪfterwards exceeded the strict requirements for school pianos set by Dr.Įlwyn C. Improved its tone freedom by as much as 40 percent, with a much stronger Of scientific piano construction equaling in its engineering features ofĪ full cast plate, now universally used. It was an overnight success and paved the way for the advancement Stapely brought his engineering skills to Everett’s advantage,ĭeveloping the Balanced Tension back (see photo). Of dozens of books on engineering and cost control. Impeccable career as a production manager for Chevrolet and as an author In 1936, George Stapely purchased the company it was a turning

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