he GP-163 is highly regarded for offering a "Steinway-designed" experience at a mid-level price point, often serving as a bridge for pianists training for a concert grand. This piano new goes for $35,000-$40,000.
Key Features and Design
* Design by Steinway: Incorporates Steinway-designed, lower-tension string scale, Sitka spruce soundboard, and specialized action geometry for a warm, responsive touch.
* Performance Edition (PE/PE II): Current models (PE II) feature a Hard Rock Maple inner rim, Octagrip™ pinblock, and improved bass/treble strings for better stability and tone.
* Components: Utilizes Maple wood action parts, agraffes, and Mapes bass strings.
* Dimensions: 5'4" length (approx. 163 cm) with a wider tail compared to standard grands of the same length
The Boston GP-163 is a 5'4" (163 cm) baby grand piano designed by Steinway & Sons, manufactured by Kawai, and positioned as a high-performance, accessible alternative to a full Steinway. Featuring a "widetailed" design that creates a larger soundboard area for a richer, deeper sound, it is an ideal choice for homes, teaching studios, and smaller venues.