Piano Brands Of The World:
PEARL RIVER
Company Website: PearlRiverUSA.com
Owner: Pearl River Piano Group
Country of Origin: Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
Year Established: 1956
Related Brands: Ritmuller, Schimmel, Samick, Heintzman, Baldwin, Wm. Knabe (Academy / Baltimore), Story & Clark, Young Chang
Pearl River pianos are made by Guangzhou Pearl River Piano Group CO, LTD GmbH in Zengcheng China
Warranty: 10-year parts and labour, applicable to the original purchaser only
HISTORY AND BACKGROUND
After establishing itself as China’s largest piano manufacturer, Pearl River now operates the largest piano factory in the world, with production exceeding all other manufacturers. Established in 1956 in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China, Pearl River currently produces over 100,000 pianos a year, and exports to more than 80 countries worldwide. Pearl River pianos are manufactured under several different brands and levels of quality.
Pianos exported to North American by Pearl River consist of the Kayserburg, Ritmuller, and Pearl River branded upright and grand pianos. Kayserburg represents Pearl River’s attempt at a hand-made instrument in the European tradition. These pianos are built by Pearl River’s best craftsmen and feature such high-quality European components as European white spruce soundboards German hammers, and beech bridges. Kayerburg’s are available in 4 sizes of uprights and a single size of grand.
Ritmuller pianos are offered in three levels of quality, with the Premium line featuring many of the same components as the Kayserburg instruments. The Performance and Classic lines represent a more budget-conscious offering.
Pearl River branded pianos are most similar to the Ritmuller classic line and represent Pearl River’s entry-level offering, with uprights available in 5 sizes and grand pianos available in 6 sizes.
In addition to pianos branded Pearl River and other differently branded offerings, Pearl River also manufactured the Essex line of pianos for Steinway & Sons. After the success of the Kawai made Steinway designed Boston instruments, Steinway decided they needed an answer to the emerging Chinese dominated entry-level piano market. To achieve this, Steinway designed a new line of instruments which would be branded under the Essex name, but built by Pearl River in China (Young Chang initially built them, but Pearl River took over in the mid-2000s.) Today, the Essex line features 4 sizes of upright pianos, and 2 sizes of grand pianos, available in a variety of finishes.
With a new 3 million square foot facility set to open in the near future, Pearl River is poised to continue producing a staggering amount of instruments.
PEARL RIVER PIANOS
All New Pianos
All New Pianos
All New Pianos
All New Pianos
All New Pianos
All New Pianos
Grand Pianos
All New Pianos
Grand Pianos
PEARL RIVER MODELS & PRICE
| MODEL | SIZE | DESCRIPTION | MSRP (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PEARL RIVER UPRIGHTS | |||
| EU 110 | 43″ | Polished Ebony | $4,695 |
| EU 110 Silent | 43″ | Polished Ebony w/Silent System | $7,995 |
| EU 111PA | 43″ | French Provincial Satin Cherry | $5,995 |
| EU 111PB | 43″ | Mediterranean Satin Walnut | $5,995 |
| EU 111PC | 43″ | Italian Provincial Satin Mahogany | $5,995 |
| UP 115E | 45″ | Satin Ebony/Mahogany (School) | $5,995 |
| UP 115M5 | 45″ | Polished Ebony | $4,995 |
| UP 115M5 | 45″ | Polished Mahogany/Walnut/White | $5,395 |
| EU 118S | 46.5″ | Polished Ebony w/Silver Hardware | $5,595 |
| EU 118S | 46.5″ | Polished Mahogany/Walnut w/Silver Hardware | $5,795 |
| EU 122 | 48″ | Polished Ebony | $6,695 |
| EU 122 | 48″ | Polished Mahogany/Walnut/White | $6,895 |
| EU 122 | 48″ | Satin Cherry | $6,895 |
| EU 122 Silent | 48″ | Polished Ebony w/Silent System | $9,195 |
| EU 122S | 48″ | Polished Ebony w/Silver Hardware | $6,895 |
| EU 131 | 52″ | Polished Ebony | $7,695 |
| PEARL RIVER GRANDS | |||
| GP 150 | 4’11” | Hand-rubbed Satin Ebony | $12,495 |
| GP 150 | 4’11” | Polished Ebony | $11,995 |
| GP 150 | 4’11” | Polished Mahogany/Walnut/White | $12,495 |
| GP 150 | 4’11” | Polished Sapele Mahogany/Artisan Walnut | $12,995 |
| GP 150SP | 4’11” | Polished Ebony w/Silver Plate/Hardware | $12,495 |
| GP 160 | 5’3″ | Hand-rubbed Satin Ebony | $13,995 |
| GP 160 | 5’3″ | Polished Ebony | $13,495 |
| GP 160 | 5’3″ | Polished Mahogany/Walnut/White | $13,995 |
| GP 160 | 5’3″ | Polished Sapele Mahogany/Artisan Walnut | $13,995 |
| GP 170 | 5’7″ | Hand-rubbed Satin Ebony | $16,495 |
| GP 170 | 5’7″ | Polished Ebony | $15,995 |
| GP 170 | 5’7″ | Polished Mahogany/Walnut | $16,495 |
| GP 170 | 5’7″ | Polished Sapele Mahogany/Artisan Walnut | $16,995 |
| GP 188A | 6’2″ | Polished Ebony | $18,995 |
| GP 212 | 7′ | Polished Ebony | $30,995 |
| GP 275 | 9′ | Polished Ebony | $79,995 |
PEARL RIVER PIANO SERIAL NUMBERS
| DATE OF MANUFACTURE | SERIAL NUMBER |
|---|---|
| 1993 – 1997 | 112600 – 284000 |
| 1997 – 2000 | 284000 – 942166 |
| 2003 – Present | 951794+ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who makes Pearl River pianos?
Pearl River pianos are made by the Guangzhou Pearl River Piano Group Co., Ltd.
How did Pearl River get its name?
Pearl River is named after an extensive river system in Southern China.
Who owns Pearl River Pianos?
Pearl River pianos is owned by the Guangzhou Pearl River Piano Group Co., Ltd.
Are Pearl River pianos any good?
Pearl River sells more pianos world wide than any other piano manufacturer. They are a good entry level option representing good value for the dollar.
Where is the serial number on a Pearl River piano?
The serial numbers on Pearl River uprights are located under the lid, stamped onto the metal plate. On Pearl River grands, the serial numbers are located at the front of the piano, also stamped on the metal plate.
How much is a Pearl River piano worth?
Pearl River uprights list pricing ranges from $4,895 USD to $7,516. Pearl River grand piano list pricing ranges from $11,800 USD to $16,465.
Where are Pearl River pianos made?
Pearl River pianos are made in Guangzhou China.
Is fixing a Pearl River piano worth it?
Fixing a Pearl River piano would be worth it if the cost of repair would not exceed the cost of replacement.
Get In Touch
Contact Us
We are here to help you 7 days a week and respond within 24 hours.
How Can We Help?
Oakville
2359 Bristol Circle, Unit #200
Oakville, ON L6H 6P8
(416) 639-2186
pianosoakville@merriammusic.com
Vaughan
3175 Rutherford Rd, Unit #75
Vaughan, Ontario L4K 5Y6
(416) 639-2187
pianosvaughan@merriammusic.com
Toronto
943 Eglinton Ave E,
East York, ON M4G 4B5
(416) 423-0434
info@merriammusic.com
