However, the sound is generated electromechanically by striking a metal reed with a felt hammer, using conventional piano action. The official name of the instrument is the Wurlitzer Electronic Piano. Problems playing this file? See media help. However, the action and performance of the instrument has meant it is stable enough to be used for years.Ī Wurlitzer electronic piano, showing the velocity sensitivity Several electronic keyboards include an emulation of the Wurlitzer.Īs the Wurlitzer is an electromechanical instrument, it can need occasional maintenance, such as replacing and re-tuning broken reeds. The stage instrument was used by several popular artists, including Ray Charles, Joe Zawinul and Supertramp.

However, it was adapted for more conventional live performances, including stage models with attachable legs and console models with built-in frames. Originally, the piano was designed to be used in the classroom, and several dedicated teacher and student instruments were manufactured. The first Wurlitzer was manufactured in 1954, and production continued until 1983. The instrument was invented by Benjamin Miessner, who had worked on various types of electric pianos since the early 1930s. It is conceptually similar to the Rhodes piano, though the sound is different. Sound is generated by striking a metal reed with a hammer, which induces an electric current in a pickup. The Wurlitzer electronic piano is an electric piano manufactured and marketed by Wurlitzer from the mid-1950s to mid-1980s. :::~ Wurlitzer Spinet Piano ~~ Finish: Walnut~ Year: 1970~ Serial Number: 1092098~ Tuned, voiced & prepared for top level musical performance~ Matc. ::: We now offer virtual piano tours to help you shop at home.

Wurlitzer Spinet Piano - $1,195 (PianoWerkes).

::: ~ Wurlitzer Spinet Piano ~ ~ Finish: Oak ~ Year: 1966 ~ Serial Number: 955435 ~ Tuned and prepared for top musical performance ~ Matching bench in. ::: We also offer virtual piano tours to help you shop at home.

Wurlitzer Spinet Piano - $895 (Classic Pianos ~ Denver).

It is located on main level of house so shouldn’t be hard to move.$300I am locate. It hasn’t been played in a couple years so probably needs tuned. It comes with a padded bench and metronome.

Up for sale is this Rudolph Wurlitzer piano.

Rudolph Wurlitzer Spinet Upright Piano Model P150 w/ Bench - $300 (Wheat Ridge).

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