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Which Type of Piano Should You Buy?

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If you’re in the market for a new piano, then one of the first things you need to think about is which type of piano you want to buy. This doesn’t always come down to personal preference since budget will often dictate what type of piano you’re able to afford.

The two main types of pianos are grand pianos and upright pianos. Both provide an excellent sound but there are key differences between them. The two biggest that will usually affect peoples’ decision is the size and price difference. To help you decide which type of piano is right for you, below are the pros and cons for each –

1. Grand piano:

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Pros:

#1. Provides the richest tones
#2. They add a great ambience to any room where they’re placed
#3. They come with a polymer finish that protects the piano

Cons

#1. They are very expensive
#2. They take up a lot of room and are difficult to transport
#3. If you want to move them, you’ll pay a substantial movers fee

2. Upright piano

yamaha upright piano

Pros

#1. Upright pianos are less expensive than even the cheapest grand pianos
#2. When buying used, you can buy uprights for a very reasonable price
#3. Their smaller size means they’re easy to fit in a room and also easier to move
#4. They have a very pleasing tone

Cons

#1. Upright pianos do not hold their value well.
#2. Uprights often don’t have the sostenuto pedal but this is a small sacrifice for most players.
#3. Temperature fluctuations can affect the sound because of the position of the soundboard.

Which is better?

If you want the best possible sound and most authentic experience then there’s no denying that grand pianos are the best. However you will need a very high budget and a lot of space available.

The truth is that for a lot of people, grand pianos are simply not affordable. Therefore if you want an authentic acoustic piano without having to shell out a lot of money, then an upright piano is a great choice.

Yamaha upright pianos

Yamaha are one of the best brands in the world when it comes to pianos. They have a range of fantastic upright pianos for budgets of all sizes. The Yamaha B2 is a particularly good model and is available for around £3,500. Whilst this might seem like quite a hefty price tag, it’s tiny compared to what a grand piano would cost.

There are many excellent sellers of Yamaha pianos and accessories. When buying an upright, you can also find some excellent used deals. While uprights do depreciate fairly quickly this is actually advantageous when you’re looking to buy since you won’t have to spend as much.

A Guide to Buying a Piano

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Learning to play the piano is one of the most rewarding things you can do. There are so many styles of music you can play on the piano and because there’s so much to learn, you’ll never be stuck for inspiration.

If you or a family member is planning to purchase a piano, then it’s important that you educate yourself on the different types of pianos that are available. Not all are the same and the type of piano you purchase will depend on factors such as your budget and the amount of space you have available in your home.

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Types of Piano

Below are the three types of piano and the pros and cons of each –

Grand pianos – Grand pianos, sometimes referred to as acoustic pianos, are the type you’ll see in any classical music setting. They are extremely large and provide the best tone that you can get thanks to their long strings. However they are very expensive and are not affordable for everyone. Their large size can also make them quite tricky to get into a room.

Upright pianos – Upright pianos are a popular alternative to a grand piano. They still provide a very good tone and are much less expensive than a grand piano. They’re also much smaller, which makes them perfect when you still want a natural sound but without the size and expense of purchasing a grand piano.

Digital pianos – Digital pianos, or keyboards, are the least expensive option by far. Of course you do sacrifice the natural tones of an acoustic piano when you go digital. Digital pianos generally range from £100 to £1000 depending on the features you get. It is possible to get digital pianos with full-size weighted keys so you get an authentic playing experience.

Other things to consider

Number of keys – This is only an issue when buying digital as all grand pianos and upright pianos will have 88 keys. When buying a keyboard, you should be aware that there are many cheaper models on the market that will have less than 88 keys. One of the reasons for this is that they are often used as MIDI controllers by music producers rather than as a piano. 88 keys is always recommended for those who take their piano playing seriously.

Brand – Brand is another important factor when buying a piano. One of the best brands on the market is Yamaha. Yamaha offer an incredibly range of grand pianos that even include acoustic pianos that you can play with silently. A Yamaha silent piano enables you to play the piano silently with headphones. Silent pianos work by capturing the movements you’re playing using sensor-technology, then sending this information to the headphones so only you can hear it.

Author Bio

Freya Lewis is a specialist writer on Yamaha silent piano. Her posts inform readers of the options available when buying a piano