1977 Wurlitzer 200A electronic piano
In the late 1970s, Wurlitzer was in its stride and making great-playing instruments, and this 1977 Wurlitzer 200A is an excellent example. It’s in great cosmetic condition, and includes its original music rack, legs, and pedal. New jack springs, new key bushing felt, and a restored amplifier give this keyboard responsive feel and recording-ready tone.
In the late 1970s, Wurlitzer was in its stride and making great-playing instruments, and this 1977 Wurlitzer 200A is an excellent example. It’s in great cosmetic condition, and includes its original music rack, legs, and pedal. New jack springs, new key bushing felt, and a restored amplifier give this keyboard responsive feel and recording-ready tone.
In the late 1970s, Wurlitzer was in its stride and making great-playing instruments, and this 1977 Wurlitzer 200A is an excellent example. It’s in great cosmetic condition, and includes its original music rack, legs, and pedal. New jack springs, new key bushing felt, and a restored amplifier give this keyboard responsive feel and recording-ready tone.
NOTES ON CONDITION
This keyboard arrived in very good condition, with no evidence of previous mishandling or moisture damage. The electronics were original and unmodified, and the felt was also original. These factors are what we look for in a keyboard, and provide an excellent foundation for a full restoration.
Notes on cosmetic condition: Some of the keys show surface cracking, which is common and does not affect functionality. The lid is in very good condition, and all of its striping tape is present. There is some light surface scuffing consistent with its age.
restoration details
Keys: new bushing felt and key cloth
Key bed: new balance, front rail & back rail felt; examine wooden supports and reinforce if necessary; all parts including key frame removed for thorough interior cleaning
Mechanical action: new jack springs and jack felt; all action centers lubricated; capstans polished; action eased and regulated
Reeds: intonation within a <2-cents of equal temperament; bent or weak reeds replaced with new reeds
Electronics: rebuilt amplifier, with new electrolytic capacitors, power-handling and preamp resistors; original wiring replaced with more appropriate wire gauge, and twisted and rerouted to minimize noise
Speakers: lid-mounted speakers cushioned to eliminate rattle and mechanical noise
We have evaluated this keyboard just as we evaluate all customer keyboards: by disassembling it down to the keybed, and identifying worn-out felt and other parts. (Watch a video on our evaluation process here.) Once those parts are replaced, we regulate the action. With new felt and jack springs, it is possible to dial in regulation the way that Wurlitzer originally intended. The result is a keyboard that is touch-responsive and ready to play, with consistent tone and feel across every key.
PICKUP & DELIVERY
This keyboard is currently in restoration, and will be ready for pickup or delivery within 2 weeks. Expedited service may be available; please contact us if you require the keyboard by a certain date.
Please note that the shipping calculated at checkout is an estimate. On purchase, we will calculate exact shipping to your address, which may be higher than what is shown at checkout. Please contact us if you would like an exact shipping quote before purchase.
For addresses within 250 miles of New York City, we provide curbside delivery for a fee.
The keyboard will be packed securely in the correctly-sized box, and accessories such as legs and sustain pedal will be shipped separately. To minimize transit time, we recommend 2-day shipping.
