Amazing quality in today’s market

Posted on February 21, 2012 by admin

At no time has the inustry changed more rapidly than in recent years. With the expansion of China and the huge market for pianos there, every maker in more traditional the world is trying to expand sales into this country. What many people don’t know is that most of world’s pianos are already being manufacturered there including all the Japanese makers as well as several German brands. The technology transfer has resulted in an entirely new species of pianos whereby
German/Japanese/American know how in conjunction with low cost Chinese labour has produced several new makes gaining international acclaim. Perhaps that’s the reason when people try one of the Lothar Thomma designed new Ritmuellers, the Austrian designed Brodmanns or American/Austrian designed Hailuns, they often can’t believe their ears. While the Orient has largely concentrated on mass-produced pianos, you can now find pianos which are produced in much smaller numbers in handcrafted fashion. The outcome is that high quality pianos with genuine European/American tonality are on the market at amazing cost. before you are ready to buy a 20-30 years old Japanese piano you owe it to yourself to try one of these new, very affordable pianos. On PIANO WORLD these pianos have been amply discussed and received a large amount of testimonials to their credit. Heritage Pianos is very proud to be the forerunner bringing these incredible pianos to market. Among our many new owners for these pianos are several institutions, churches, studios and teachers in the area. This month we are starting our “golden age grand piano sale” during which many who had hoped to obtain an grand in their lifetime will be able to afford one. With prices starting at only $ 7,950 for beautiful quality grands,one needs to scratch one’s head why so many people are willing to spend so much more on old,used pianos or so much more on pianos not any better.
perhaps another good reason to come visit us – yes we are in Surrey – but the world is coming to us!

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Estonia 225 semi-concert grand piano

Posted on February 4, 2012 by admin

As was last year, this year’s NAMM Music Show in Anaheim,Ca again featured the magnificient new Estonia 225 semi-concert grand piano. Played by Dr.Indrek Laul, owner of Estonia piano company, this piano has become a huge success for Heritage Pianos in Surrey, suburb of Vancouver B.C. Just last week, a well known Calgary concert pianist specifically flew to our Surrey showroom to select this magnificent piano. Estonia grand pianos have long become known for not only their superb handcrafted workmanship, but their exceptionally sweet and highly romantic tone. This is exactly what sets this piano apart from many others and,  as was the case again, became the eventual choice for someone having tried virtually all of world’s finest makes before.  Heritage Pianos is proud to feature a world class piano that not only stands out from the crowd but entices people to travel,  often from far away. While many pursue the dream of owning a perhaps more ritzy, flashy and certainly much more expensive piano, it is  the Estonia grand piano that keeps people turning heads and returning to play perhaps just one more time.  This was especially interesting to watch again during this year’s NAMM Music show where Estonia grand pianos were respectfully displayed right besides famed Fazioli.

While all of world’s top pianos are very special, the Estonia grand piano offers something unique in that it has not taken part in all too common “louder is better” race, sometimes called “Yamahazation” by most of the current manufacturers of today.

Instead Estonia grand pianos have become recognized for the sensibility and musicality of an era gone by, even forgotten. Perhaps for this reason, the new 225 Estonia semi-concert grand became an instant hit combining the romantic, sweet tone of this age old maker with a new model of great power and expression.

Let me invite all of you to come by and try the mesmerizing sound of Estonia grand pianos! We’re not ritzy, loud or flashy -  just incredibly memorable and inspiring. Plus a lot more affordable than some of the admittedly more eye-catching ‘race-car’ names out there…

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A BLUESY CHRISTMAS

Posted on January 3, 2012 by admin

While Christmas has for many become a very commercial time, it’s also the time to remember and celebrate with our families and friends. This is the time to sit down and play the music that binds us together as people. At Heritage Pianos we were blessed with many visitors during December making that special purchase of a fine piano or even grand piano that will hopefully  bring joy for life. Thank you to all of those coming and visit.

Among Vancouver pianos, we have chosen a particularly potent group of pianos which rival many of those costing many times more. It is a  special blessing for us to share in the beauty of music and the time people have given us in the quest for the perfect piano.

While everybody likes to listen to or show off a great grand piano, few get to perform or listen to a truly great upright piano. Here’s my own rendition of Silent Night I sent to all my friends as Christmas card – listen to the great bass of this upright piano!

Luckily I own a 49″ SAUTER  ‘Vista’ piano  myself, a piano I immediately fell in love with when visiting Sauter factory in Germany few years back.

Among all Vancouver pianos, the Sauter piano is definitely one to check out!

Wishing everybody a very HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

“Whether you are looking for pianos in Vancouver, pianos in Surrey B.C.,
or pianos in Richmond B.C. Heritage Pianos at www.HeritagePianos.com is
your by far best choice of high quality, affordable pianos in Canada”

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Getting to Know You

Posted on December 3, 2011 by admin

Heritage Pianos has been in business for 25 yeas and is a highly respected, widely known West Coast Piano dealer.   It’s impressive showroom displaying some of the area’s finest pianos is located in Surrey B.C. just outside of Vancouver.  Owned by Norbert Marten  who was born into a European family with deep musical roots, the store offers a very different experience from that of most others. Norbert’s growing up in Germany within a professional musical family perhaps explains his life long love for music now wishing to share with those seeking a musical journey of their own.

Norbert Marten Heritage Pianos

It is what led Norbert to abandon his previously highly successful career as a family counselor and open a piano store of his own.  While for many, selling pianos is just a business, for Norbert it is a personal passion uniquely connecting him to the instrument.  His knowledge about the subject becomes obvious the moment one meets him.  Few are as astute to explain and demonstrate the quality and tone of the different pianos on the market today.  Here anybody is welcome to try any of the many beautiful pianos on display or simply listen to the different sounds these wonderful instruments can make.

Norbert is married to his wife Lina of 25 years who faithfully works with him everyday, also accompanying him in his many industry travels around the world.  Together they have three children all whom have developed a strong interest in music of their own.  Norbert believes that music making is important for the human soul despite whatever else fills our busy lives today.

Accordingly, he has chosen pianos which, despite their high quality are amazingly affordable for those realizing the huge benefit of playing an instrument themselves. Instead of vain glamour or ritzy pretense to impress customers, Norbert believes good quality does not need to be expensive.  Here you won’t be required to re-mortgage the home to add the joy of music to your own or your loved ones’ life.

While piano shopping can quickly become a chore, visiting Norbert is a genuinely joyful, uplifting experience.  It may also explain why so many of his customers turn out to be friends, often dropping in for a little chat or coffee later.  It’s one of the things that sets Norbert apart from others making a visit to his showroom a lasting, memorable and meaningful experience.  Meeting Norbert could well turn out meeting your own artistic soul or “musical self”

Welcome all:  ”come as a stranger – leave as a friend”

Take a moment and visit Heritage Pianos online at http://heritagepianos.com

Norbert

 

 

 

 

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