Steiner HG-168EM (959871) Black Matt with Self-Playing System

The Steiner HG-168EM (959871) Black Matt with Self-Playing System is a 168 cm baby grand piano designed for luxury interiors and automated performance use. It combines a full acoustic grand piano build with an integrated self-play system, allowing it to perform music automatically while still being fully playable by hand. This model sits in the mid-to-large baby grand category (168 cm), giving it a strong tonal foundation compared to 152 cm models. You get deeper bass response, wider dynamic range, and a more resonant soundboard due to the larger cabinet size. Unlike crystal or high-gloss variants, the matte black finish gives it a more modern, understated luxury look—often preferred in contemporary villas, studios, and minimalist interiors where reflection-heavy finishes are not desired. Inside, it typically follows the same Steiner construction approach seen in this class: solid spruce soundboard, cast iron frame, and full 88-key grand action designed for expressive control. The self-playing system allows automated playback via USB or internal library system, making it suitable for ambience, events, and showroom display. Specifications Feature Details Model HG-168EM (959871) Type Baby Grand Piano with Self-Playing System Brand Steiner Color Black Matt Length 168 cm (5’6”) Keyboard 88-Key Full Size Action Full wooden grand piano action Soundboard Solid spruce Frame Cast iron plate Pedals 3 Pedals (Soft, Sostenuto, Sustain) System Integrated self-playing (auto-play) system Cabinet Style Matte black modern finish Best For Luxury homes, hotels, studios, showrooms Tone Character Warm, full-bodied, resonant, balanced Quick takeaway Matte finish = more modern / less reflective than glossy black 168 cm size = stronger sound than 152 cm Steiners Self-playing system = automatic performance + live play capability