Generally conceded to be one of America's largest and leading piano manufacturers, whose factory was located at 863 E. 141 Street, New York, N. Y., probably produced more instruments than any other single plant in the world. This company's enviable Position in no small way could be attributed to its open-minded approach to new methods and improvements and in its genuine interest in producing fine pianos. Winter had a reputation for progressiveness which resulted in beautifully toned, and styled pianos of long durability. This is the company that introduced the Alumatone plate; developed Practiano, a device permitting piano practice without disturbance to others in the room; and the Resotonic Scale. It was Winter & Company's Musette piano, first introduced in 1935, that launched the great re-styling movement which has swept the modern console into nation-wide popularity.

With all equipment for production of quality pianos under the most economical conditions. The Winter factory is self-contained with a large lumber yard for storing and air-drying kilns to insure proper drying and aging of all wood parts. The Winter lumber mill is considered a model for completeness of equipment to turn out the most elaborate case work; as well as backs, pin blocks, bridges, etc., of the very highest quality. The veneers used in the Winter pianos are carefully selected for beauty of figure and a completely equipped veneering department with hot plate presses, automatic glue spreaders, veneer dryers, taping and matching machines insure productive efficiency and permanent bonding. Core stock is quarter-sawed in small strips so that even under the most adverse conditions, warping of case work is held to a minimum. In the case shop, elaborate sanding machines, as well as a staff of hand sanders, guarantee smooth rich finish.

All Winter piano cases are double filled and stained before best quality lacquer is applied to produce the handsome, durable finish. All exposed internal wood parts are filled and sealed to protect against moisture and atmospheric conditions. In stringing, action finishing, side-gluing, regulating and tuning, experienced craftsmen perform these operations by the best traditional hand methods. These men are of long experience. many having been with the company over thirty years, and have long training in the art of producing fine tone qualitv Steady employment at the Winter factory, as a result of the large demand for its pianos, has attracted the best and most experienced craftsmen. Every operation in the factory is passed upon by an inspector before moving on to the next department. Finally, each instrument is hand-rubbed, fine tuned, and a final inspection before shipment serves to protect the high standards of Winter pianos. The recognition given by the trade to the Winter line is the best evidence of their muscal excellence, fine quality and attractive designs. Winter & Co. make a very comprehensive line of pianos, consisting of grands, studios, spinets, and consoles in a varety of cases.