In October Kemble and Co, one of only three piano manufacturers left in the UK, will shut its doors for the last time.
The main shareholder, Yamaha, who bought 90% of the company during the recession in 1986 has decided that its support of Kemble is no longer financially viable. “As the marketplace for mid-range pianos comes under increasing pressure, and in order to improve our long term competitiveness, the best solution is to fully utilise our manufacturing…
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