For owners, these keys can raise a complicated mix of feelings: respect for the instrument’s history, discomfort about its origins, and uncertainty about what’s legally allowed when it comes to repairs, restorations, or selling. Public attitudes and laws have evolved significantly over the last few decades.

Reconditioned Knight K10 pianos remain to be one of our most popular models and demand for them has only continued to increase.

At Sykes & Sons, we are dedicated to bringing out the very best in every piano that passes through our workshop. Each instrument has its own distinct voice and potential, yet this is not always fully realised, even in pianos of fine craftsmanship. One of our key specialities lies in the refinement of action and keyboard geometry, areas that have a profound influence on how a piano feels under the fingers. Our technicians are deeply committed to achieving the highest possible

Sykes & Sons has never been a high-volume retailer. Instead, the business is defined by care, selectivity, and a deep respect for the individuality of every piano. Each instrument that passes through our doors is chosen with discernment, prepared with integrity, and only offered for sale when it meets the highest standards of tone, touch, and reliability. This approach has earned the trust of professional musicians, teachers, families, and even other piano firms, many of whom