Small in Size, Grand in Every Way
Measuring just 5’1″, the Steinway & Sons Model S is the most compact grand piano in the Steinway family—but its presence, tone, and prestige are anything but small. Designed to bring Steinway’s legendary sound and craftsmanship into more intimate spaces, the Model S offers a remarkable balance of scale and performance. It is a true Steinway in every sense.
Introduced in 1936, the Model S was created in response to the architectural trends shaping New York City at the time—where elegant brownstones, townhomes, and pre-war apartments were becoming increasingly desirable, but couldn’t always accommodate a full-sized grand. The Model S made it possible for discerning musicians and families to enjoy the full Steinway experience without compromise, even within a more compact footprint.
Though smaller in size, the Model S is crafted with the same painstaking care, by the same master artisans, in the same New York factory as every Steinway grand piano. It includes key Steinway innovations, such as the patented Diaphragmatic Soundboard, designed to maximize resonance and tonal sustain, and the Accelerated Action, engineered for exceptional responsiveness and control. The Hexagrip Pinblock ensures long-term tuning stability—a hallmark of every Steinway.
Whether it’s placed in a sunlit music room, a modern townhome, or a beachside condominium, the Model S makes an elegant visual and musical statement. It fills the room not just with sound, but with a sense of tradition, inspiration, and artistry.
Despite its compact frame, the Model S delivers a sound that is rich, warm, and unmistakably Steinway. Its tonal balance and dynamic range make it a joy to play—ideal for solo repertoire, chamber music, and personal expression alike. This is not a piano that asks for space—it defines it.
With its versatile scale, the Model S fits beautifully into curated interiors, and its sculpted form enhances rather than competes with its surroundings. It is equally at home in contemporary settings or classically styled spaces where music, art, and design converge.
And like every Steinway, the Model S is built not just for today, but for generations. It is a piano to grow with, to return to, and eventually, to pass down. A timeless instrument that becomes part of the family—an heirloom that inspires music and memories across decades.
To reflect personal taste, the Model S is available in a wide variety of handcrafted finishes, including Crown Jewel exotic veneers, Colours Collection custom shades, and special limited editions. Whether finished in shimmering Ebony DiamondGloss™, Macassar Ebony, or a completely custom tone to match your interior, every Model S is as individual as its owner.
Though the Model S is the smallest grand piano Steinway offers, it carries the full weight of the brand’s legacy. It proves that grandeur lies not in size, but in sound, craftsmanship, and spirit.
For those seeking to bring the world’s finest piano into a more intimate setting, the New Steinway Model S offers the perfect harmony of scale, elegance, and enduring excellence.
Available Finishes:
Ebony DiamondGloss™, Ebony Satin, White Polish, Crown Jewel Finishes, Colors, select Limited Editions, or custom finish.
