DC Piano Company is a family-owned business renowned for its wide selection of new and used pianos, including acoustic and digital models. Customers can find a variety of options, from inexpensive beginner instruments to fully restored grand pianos like Steinway and similar brands. The store features new pianos from brands such as Kawai, Seiler, Knabe, Roland, and Casio, as well as Yamaha guitars and Kala ukuleles. The company offers a range of services, including tuning, repairs, restorations, piano moving, appraisals, and consignment. Customers consistently praise the staff for being friendly, knowledgeable, and respectful, allowing them to explore the pianos without pressure. Visitors can even peek into the workshop to watch master craftsmen at work, showcasing their craftsmanship and care. DC Piano’s technicians have restored and rebuilt old pianos with great attention to detail, bringing new life to treasured instruments. Their work on a 1927 Mason-Hamlin grand and a 100-year-old upright was highly praised for quality, responsiveness, and beautiful sound. The team is also reliable for piano tuning and moving services, providing prompt responses and professional service. Overall, DC Piano Company is known for its excellent craftsmanship, friendly atmosphere, and dedication to helping customers find or restore their perfect piano.
Very helpful and friendly staff, excellent piano selection
March 2026
DC Piano has just moved to the new location on University Ave in Berkeley. Better location with lots of great pianos! Owner Matt has been very helpful and offered a nice little concert hall to the MTAC Alameda County Branch for its master classes and formal recitals.
October 2025
Excellent service in tuning my piano. Prompt, communicative, courteous, informative, and thorough in every detail. My piano sounds wonderful now!
