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Vieuxtemps Guarneri: The Most Expensive Violin in the World
The history of the violin dates back to the 15th century, and since then a number of incredibly gorgeous and expertly crafted models have been made. One of the most acclaimed violin makers in the history of the instrument was Giuseppe Guarneri. He designed the Vieuxtemps Guarneri in 1741, and today it has the distinction […] More
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The Goldfinch Sygnet Is a Grand Piano Designed Specifically For Superyachts
There are a host of luxurious yacht accessories and “toys” that you can outfit a boat with, and some are more tasteful than others. Many yacht owners like to have a piano on board, perhaps in a parlor room, for obvious reasons. However pianos aren’t really designed to be placed within yachts, well, until now […] More
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A Number of Prized Guitars Are Headed to Auction
If you’re an avid music or guitar enthusiast who likes to collect memorabilia, then you cannot miss the upcoming Guernsey’s event simply called “The Guitar Auction”. It’s probably one of the largest auctions dedicated almost entirely to rare and prized guitars, as virtually all of the instruments have some sort of historical significance associated with […] More
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Steinway & Sons “The Fibonacci” is a $2.4 Million Dollar Piano Created To Celebrate Their 600,000th Piano
For the creation of their 600,000th piano, legendary piano manufacturer Steinway & Sons have created a beautiful piano that they are calling “The Fibonacci”. If you know a thing or two about Steinway & Sons, they are arguably the greatest piano manufacturer in the world. This new piano features the Fibonacci sequence on the top […] More
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Watch Bohemian Rhapsody Being Played by a 110 Year-Old Organ
What do you get when you combine one of the most popular rock songs of all time with a 110 year old, beautifully crafted and meticulously maintained Marenghi fairground organ? Absolute magic. I can all but guarantee you’ve never heard Bohemian Rhapsody played like this before. Bohemian Rhapsody was written in 1975 by Freddie Mercury […] More
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The 10 Most Expensive Yamaha Guitars on the Market Today
The massive Japanese corporation that is Yamaha is well-known for being a producer and designer for an extremely wide range of products that range from electronic devices to racing motorcycles. Most are probably familiar with Yamaha Motors, however the Yamaha corporation got its start in 1887 as a piano manufacturing company. Since then Yamaha has […] More
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A Piano Used by ABBA Is Expected to Fetch $1.24 Million at Auction
A rare and historically significant piano that was owned by the Swedish-pop outfit ABBA is about to head under the chopping block at an upcoming auction. Set to take place next month in September, the Sotheby’s “Rock & Pop” auction features a range of different music memorabilia, with this piano being one of the most […] More
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The Five Most Expensive Guitars Ever Sold
The guitar has been a staple in modern music for many years now, as it is utilized in a wide range of different genres by many musicians. Ever since it was first invented, people have been drawn to learn how to play the guitar. Like any consumer good, guitars can range in price greatly. They […] More
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The Most Expensive Drum Sets on The Market Today
The drum is one of the oldest musical instruments still used today, and the modern drum kit has served as a bands foundation, regardless of genre, for years now. While a guitarist can pick up an American made, Fender Stratocaster (an objectively great, professional quality instrument) for around $1,299 dollars, this is not the case […] More
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Five Expensive Musical Instruments You’ve Never Heard of Before
Musical instruments, regardless of the specific type, can often get fairly expensive very quickly. It wouldn’t be uncommon to spend a few thousand dollars on a high-end drum kit or guitar. If you want a new piano from a company like Steinway, then forget about it, as you will have to empty you bank account. […] More
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5 Technologies That Have Changed Guitars Forever
The guitar has been around in some shape or form for an extremely long time. Graham Wade is his novel A Concise History of the Classic Guitar, discusses how the guitar can trace its roots as far back as the 12th century. Still, these early guitars aren’t what we think of when we hear the word “guitar” […] More
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The Top Five One of a Kind Instruments in History
Outside of the world of traditional musical instruments, there is a wide range of instruments that range from one of a kind pieces to those that are just downright weird. From custom made instruments to rare ones, the sheer quantity of these unique instruments is often surprising. So what are some of the coolest ones? […] More