PIANO BEGINNERS: YOUR FIRST PIANO

It is never to late to begin learning to play the piano. Whether you are purchasing a piano so your child can take lessons or you wish to take up this beautiful instrument later in life, the benefits of playing the piano are plentiful. Piano playing is known to be incredibly therapeutic and studies have shown playing the piano can increase cognitive ability in other areas. Finally, as your piano playing improves you can entertain your friends and family. Purchasing your first piano can be a daunting task. Below are some tips and things to consider when purchasing your first piano.

Should I buy a new or used piano?

The first major decision one must make when purchasing their first piano is whether to get a new or used piano. It goes without saying that a new piano can be uniquely beautiful and technically reliable, however a new piano can be incredibly expensive. Typically, purchasing a used piano is a more financially viable option, especially if you are purchasing a piano for the first time. There are additional considerations when purchasing a used piano. To receive the greatest value in a used piano, you must ensure it is in good condition physically and technically. You should consult with an experienced piano technician to ensure that a used piano is in good working condition before you buy it.

What type of piano should I buy?

There are many types of pianos available to purchase. The type of piano you purchase will drastically affect its price as well as its physical size and sound. Therefore, when choosing a type of piano you must consider your budget and space constraints as well as what you expect from your piano in terms of its sound. Types of pianos include grand pianos, baby grand pianos, upright pianos and apartment sized pianos. A piano technician can help you work within your budget and space constraints to find the piano that is best for you.

Should I buy a name brand piano?

Whether you know anything about pianos or not, you likely have heard of some major brand names in piano manufacturing such as Yamaha or Steinway. The benefit of purchasing a brand name piano is that they are incredibly reliable and have great resale value, however, a brand name piano can be extremely expensive. There are many lesser known piano manufacturers that create beautiful, technically sound pianos that are perfect for beginners. An experienced piano technician can help you determine what brand of piano is perfect for you in terms of your budget and expectations.

Consulting with a piano technician

Consulting with an experienced piano technician the anxiety and risk associated with purchasing your first piano. A piano technician will help you work within your predetermined budget to get the piano with the greatest possible valuable. New or used, brand name or not, when you work with a piano technician you can be confident that you will be completely satisfied with your first piano. Call Best Piano today at (647) 478-5395 to set up your free appointment with a piano technician. Our experienced piano technicians have ample experience assisting customers with the purchase of their first piano.