Schomacker pianos were built with heavy German design influence, likely a result of Schomacker’s roots. During the 19th Century, Schomacker pianos were exceedingly well made and very expensive. Instruments by Schomacker were often very elaborate, boasting some of the finest craftsmanship in the industry.
In 1899 The Schomacker Piano Company was acquired by the large Wanamaker Department Store Chain. Wanamaker set up large, elaborate music departments in their stores which featured Schomacker pianos as their “top of the line” models. Schomacker was also heavily featured in Wanamaker’s sales catalogs, giving the Schomacker brand name national exposure. Wanamaker’s capital and marketing allowed The Schomacker Piano Company to grow and flourish through The Great Depression and through World War II. The Schomacker name appears to have been discontinued sometime in the 1960s.