Specialty Pianos

Based in Lismore, a University City in Northern New South Wales, we specialize in locating, restoring, and rebuilding high-quality pianos from renowned manufacturers since 1981. Our focus is on matching each instrument to the specific needs of discerning customers.

• Tuning
• Regulation
• Polishing & Case Restoration
• Piano Cartage
• Action Repair & Restringing
• Restringing
• Keywork/Key Repair
• Hammer Replacement
• Damper Repair
• Pedal Repair
• Cabinet Refinishing
• Finish Touchup
• Polyester Finish Repair
• Estimates/Appraisals
• Concert/Performance Service
• Humidity Control System Installation
• Touchweight Analysis and Correction
• Historical Tunings
• Player Piano Service
• Harpsichord Service
• Piano Moving
• Piano Storage
• New Piano Sales
• Used Piano Sales
• Fire Damage Repair
• Water Damage Repair
• Mold Remediation
• Reed Organ Restoration
• College/University Technician

• Grand Piano Rebuilding
• Antique Piano Restoration
• Concert Piano Hire

• Lipp
• Ronisch
• Yamaha
• Kawai
• Steinway
• Bechstein
• Bluthner

Northern Rivers area

{'quote': 'Dr Fred Cole completely rebuilt my Bechstein Grand Piano and did a truly magnificent job. The sound of the instrument is pristine and it is an absolute joy to play.', 'author': 'Comm. Lyndon Terracini AM (Artistic Director of Opera Australia)'}

{'quote': 'I would be delighted to recommend Fred to tune your piano. He has maintained my pianos yearly. Service is excellent, prompt and efficient.', 'author': 'Robyn Egan – Piano teacher'}

{'quote': 'I highly recommend Fred Cole from Specialty Pianos. Fred has tuned and repaired both my pianos for nearly thirty years. I have found him very efficient and knowledgeable. One of my pianos was taken to his workshop near Lismore to be given a new French polish, as well as key and hammer repair. I am always pleased with the intonation and keyboard touch after each tuning. Fred is always quick to respond and punctual. Highly recommended!', 'author': 'Deirdre Paillas, Lismore NSW'}