The Magic of a Bösendorfer

The Bösendorfer piano manufactory is not only the oldest one within the premium segment – the prestigious company dates back to 1828 – but all the Bösendorfer Grands also share distinct and fundamental features in the way they are crafted. It is safe to say that Bösendorfer are obsessed with crafting the ultimate piano sound experience. This difference to other brands results in the unique Bösendorfer DNA, the warm yet brilliantly colourful sound of a Bösendorfer instrument. Whether you play the Grand Uprights, Grand Pianos or Concert Grands, each instrument is crafted with utmost care and dedication by the hands of our Bösendorfer Artisans.

Handcrafted in Austria

Bösendorfer Grands are not just an object of investment but of value that will last more than one generation. The skilled Bösendorfer Artisans reveal the inner beauty of the Bösendorfer sound, unique in colour, dynamics and expression. It takes the dedication of the Bösendorfer Artisans up to a year to build your Bösendorfer Grand. A personal touch that you will sense the moment you play. Austrian quality, Viennese soul.

Our Bösendorfer Pianos

Naturally Wood

The basis of each Bösendorfer Grand is spruce that is naturally dried by air and has proven to be the ideal tone wood. At Bösendorfer they use more than 80% of spruce tone wood building their instruments, more than any other manufacturer. The Austrian spruce has to be grown at a minimum of 800 meters above sea level guaranteeing a very dense and regular grain structure. When you add the natural drying process to our manufacturing time, it actually takes 6 years until the Bösendorfer Grand arrives at your doorstep.

Hand Spun Bass

All bass strings are spun in the unique Bösendorfer way. A steel core string is the basis for 1 or 2 layers of copper. The carefully spun strings are a substantial element of the warm and sonorous Bösendorfer bass.

Independent Capo d’Astro

Bösendorfer is the only piano manufacturer that applies a detachable and independent Capo d’Astro in the upper register. This is how they assure most precise adjustment in the upper register guaranteeing the original Bösendorfer Sound for generations.

Traditional Sand Cast

Bösendorfer uses the traditional sand casting to forge the frame. The raw frames, produced in Austria, rest 6 months outside the factory. This is how all inner tensions of the forging process are released allowing the frame to remain relaxed under 20 tons of string tension. Pure stability.

Your Imagination Built

The exclusive production of close to 300 instruments per year allows Bösendorfer to meet your individual requests. Whether you would like to apply precious veneers, your favourite colour or an emblem designed by yourself carefully engraved by master artisans: Anything is possible. An instrument as extraordinary as you are.

Richard Lawson Pianos Ltd - Showroom

Unit 12, Commercial Park, Raans Road, Amersham

4.9 218 reviews

sowmya pothu ★★★★★ a week ago
I highly recommend Richard Lawsin Pianos. We bought Kawai upright piano and the service was great from viewing until delivery. My daughter is very excited and looking forward to start practicing and playing on new piano.
Veronika Kallo ★★★★★ 4 weeks ago
Thank you Richard for providing your expertise and patience! Loved the space to play and the diverse stock of pianos! And of course the piano which is now in our lives!
Various Artists ★★★★★ a month ago
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Ivan Tang ★★★★★ 2 months ago
Richard spent a lot of time helping me pick out the right piano for me. All I needed to do was tell him my exact specification for what I was looking for, and he quickly came up with a shortlist of possible pianos. He also replied to emails … More promptly. He didn't rush me, and allowed me to come and visit multiple times to try out different pianos as they came into the showroom. The showroom is also very nice (the only criticism is that it is slightly difficult to find), with a huge range of pianos. The delivery crew were also efficient and accommodating. I don't foresee changing pianos for a long time, but I would go back to Richard Lawson, and recommend to any friend.
Suzanne Webber ★★★★★ 2 months ago
I have been aware of Shigeru Kawai pianos since Florian Mitrea told me about them two years ago. I took the opportunity to hear Ashley Fripp play one at Richard Lawson’s piano studio last November. It was wonderful. I hesitated about … More buying one because I thought we did not have room for one. I visited RL again on 28th February and chose an SK2. It was delivered on 6 March. The two men were extremely prompt and efficient. We were so impressed. The piano is magnificent with such a beautiful sound and action and a joy to play. My one regret is that I waited so long.
Rick Fish ★★★★★ 7 months ago
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Mark Jackson ★★★★★ a year ago
I have been looking to upgrade my upright to a grand for sometime and as soon as I arrived at Richard's showroom, I was met with a warm and friendly greeting and nothing has been to much trouble, I explained what I was looking for, … More the room and ideally my budget. Richard provided a wide range of choice and didn't just direct me to the top of my budget but showed lots of options, providing impartial advice without the sales pressure.I purchased an SK3 from Richard which was delivered today, the service and approach is faultless and the piano is stunning !. Whatever, piano you're looking for my best advice is talk to Richard and pay him a visit - highly recommended
Edmond Williams ★★★★★ a year ago
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Miss A Finlay ★★★★★ a year ago
I was very impressed with the service at Richard Lawson Pianos Ltd. I ordered my piano it had to come from abroad Richard kept me updated on the progress of the order and it actually arrived ahead of schedule. Delivery was efficient and … More it is perfect in the home. I would recommend. Many thanks to Richard Lawson Pianos.
Lasantha W ★★★★★ a year ago
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