Chappell - NOW SOLD

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This Chappell is a full-sized 129cm British upright piano from one of the most famous names in English music. Chappell was founded in London in 1811 and became a fixture of British musical life, publishing and selling music from its Bond Street premises while building pianos for concert halls, schools, and homes across the country. A Chappell upright of this height carries longer strings and a larger soundboard than the compact models that dominate the used market, and that shows in the warmth and body of the tone.

Priced at £2,395, this is a substantial instrument for the money, standing 129cm tall in a cabinet 145cm wide and 64cm deep. It suits players who want more sound than a small upright can give, teaching rooms, and anyone drawn to a British-made piano with genuine history behind the name. This instrument has been assessed and prepared by our team at The Piano Gallery.

Available to purchase online or to try in person at our Oxfordshire showroom. Contact us to arrange a viewing or to discuss delivery and part-exchange options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who made Chappell pianos?

Chappell and Co was established in London in 1811 and is one of the best known names in British music, familiar to generations as both a music publisher and a piano maker. The firm built pianos in Britain for well over a century, and surviving instruments are valued today for their solid construction and warm English tone.

Is a 129cm upright better than a compact piano?

For tone, generally yes. Height in an upright means longer strings and a bigger soundboard, which produces a fuller sound with more depth in the bass and a wider dynamic range. A compact upright is easier to fit into a small room, but a full-sized instrument like this one gives you noticeably more musically, which matters as a player progresses.

Is an older British piano a sensible buy?

It can be an excellent buy when the instrument has been properly checked and prepared, which is the important part. What matters is the condition of the soundboard, the tuning stability of the frame and pins, and the state of the action, not the date on the piano. This one has been assessed and prepared by our team, so it is ready to play.

Will this piano suit a beginner?

Yes, and it will keep suiting them for years. A learner will not outgrow a full-sized upright in the way they can outgrow a very small one, and the extra tone makes practice more rewarding. If you are choosing a first piano we would encourage you to try it alongside our compact uprights at the showroom and hear the difference.

How much room does it need?

The cabinet is 145cm wide and 64cm deep, so allow around 1.5 metres of wall plus space in front for the stool and player. Keep it away from radiators, external walls, and damp, and give it two tunings a year to stay in good order.