[ Ralph Nielsen wrote in 131218 MMDigest --

> Hopefully the videos show that the performance capabilities of
> both systems are quite similar, when in reasonably well-maintained
> condition.  But the differences are also clear, ...

Excellent comparisons for the four points you mention, Ralph.  I have
played the same rolls for listening analysis on both our 1923 6'6'
Chickering (Centennial model) and our 1928 6'6" Steinway OR.  For me,
the piano "signature" plays a major part in how the sound is projected
in the room.  Both pianos are in the same room, side by side under a
16-foot ceiling.  My ear likes the Chickering a shade more than the
Steinway.  Yet, our 5'7" 1922 J&C Fischer Ampico A has a delightful,
mellow sine-wave projection not to be discounted.

Merry Christmas to you and fellow MMD members,

Ray Bauer
Tahoe City, California