If your guitar was built prior to 1984, or has lost its serial number sticker, the only other way to date your guitar is by looking for a date ink-stamped on the side of the original box switch. Being a sticker, many are ripped off or wear off over the years.
These serial numbers are easily recognized as a white sticker with a black border, usually found on the back of the headstock or the heel of the neck.
It is commonly found on Mastercaster Series models, among others. The significance of this format is unknown. Many guitars made around 1985 have a serial number with the format: In 1988, occasionally the format was YYMMPPPPP because of high production volume.Įxample: 880510504 = 10,504th guitar made in May of 1988 Samick first started using serial numbers on Hondos and other contract brands in 1984 (their home brand models did not use serials until ~1987), using the following format:Įxample: 8030768 = 768th guitar made in March of 1988
Hotels, Theaters, Studios, Schools, Auditoriums etc.Earliest known serial number, June 1984 (production number faded away). Sometimes it's easier to measure the entire length of the piano from underneath.įor Extra protection in a commercial setting Į.g. To determine the size of your piano - Measure in a straight line from the farthest end at the back curve, across the closed lid to in FRONT of the keys. Sold as a set.Įmbroidered Piano Name on Cover - Adds $75.00 - Custom madeĬolor choices : Metallic Gold, Metallic Silver, Pink, Blue, Yellow, WhiteĮxamples of positions available shown below. Generally used for protection in a commercial setting (Schools, Hotels, Churches, Studios etc.) to dissuade people from getting into the piano. You then put a lock through the 'D' rings. The straps are sewn onto the cover, and are pulled together underneath the piano where the 'D' rings meet. Locking straps work only with standard length covers. Safety Locking Straps with 'D' Rings - Adds $35.00 - Custom Made This allows you to fold back the cover and play your piano without removing the whole cover.įloor length option available - Adds $90.00 -Custom madeįloor length covers cannot have the locking straps added. Side slits are placed on each side of the piano above the legs. Side Slit option available - Adds $65.00 - Custom Made Quilted Padded Mackintosh ⇐ Click for more information(for extra protection)īlack Padded Quilted Mackintosh for Heavy Traffic Areas - Add $65.00 - (Custom made)īrown Padded Quilted Mackintosh for Heavy Traffic Areas - Add $85.00 - (Custom made) Top of the Line 1/2" Quilted Fabric⇐ Click for more information (Custom Made)Ĭlassic 3/8" Quilted Fabric⇐ Click for more information Not to mention the hassle of getting it on & off the piano.īlack & Brown Vinyl - (Priced as listed below)Īdd $20.00 to the list price below. Thick vinyl should not be used for piano covers because it will retain heat and put the piano out of tune. Not paper thin and certainly not heavy duty.
Our Vinyl is the correct weight for piano covers. Some vinyl covers we've seen are paper thin or look like plastic.
Mackintosh Fabric ⇐ Click for more informationīlack Or Brown Mackintosh- Prices are as listed below Select your piano, size and fabric, then order from the drop down menus at the top of the pageĬlick each link below for Fabric descriptions. at Piano Showcase, only the finest & strongest fabrics are selected for durability, appearance and especially to protect your beautiful instrument. Not all piano cover fabrics are created equal.
You'll find our covers at Hollywood's Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (Academy Awards), the Smithsonian Institute & even on the pianos of the TV show Desperate Housewives. With over 30 years experience, our expert sewers make the finest piano covers in the industry. Note: - Measure underneath the piano - it's easier. If you don't see your model number listed below,measure the entire length of your piano, from in front of the keys to the furthest point at the back curve.
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