Choosing a Piano

Choosing the right piano is a very exciting and important decision. It could also be a very difficult one,especially if you do not have a musical training or background. Here are some useful suggestions that may help you decide which is the best instrument for you:

Steinway & Sons – Since 1853, Steinway pianos have set an uncompromising standard for sound, touch, beauty, and investment value. Handcrafting each Steinway requires up to one full year – creating an instrument of rare quality and global renown. Not surprisingly, Steinway remains the choice of 9 out of 10 concert artists, and countless pianists, composers, and performers around the world. The Steinway designed Boston Piano is unrivaled in its class and unmatched in value and combines the highest musical standards with state-of-the-art technology to deliver a level of performance far superior to any instrument in its mid-price range. The Steinway-designed Essex piano incorporates the latest design specifications and engineering standards from Steinway & Sons. In keeping with Steinway’s commitment to excellence, Steinway & Sons provides technical assistance for the production of Essex pianos, to insure that Essex pianos are made to the specifications established by Steinway.

Yamaha – For over two decades, Yamaha Corporation of America and Yamaha Artist Services, Inc. in New York City have been providing artists with the pianos they so cherish for years no matter where, when or how much it will cost. When the piano arrives, whether it’s by cargo plane for overseas venues, or by truck the pianos must be “tuned and prepped” according to strict standards of voicing and regulation. Yamaha’s highly trained tuner/technicians fly around the country to ensure that each piano symbolizes the company’s commitment to the highest quality piano care.

Kawai – As one of the world’s premier builders of acoustic pianos, Kawai has long understood the vital importance of “feel” to the pianist. For this reason, Kawai has long pioneered the use of real wooden keys in digital piano actions that duplicate both the weight and the mechanical movement of our fine grand pianos. The newest Kawai digital piano action is the Advanced Hammer Action IV with AR Technology. AR stands for ‘”Acoustic Response” and refers to several technical advances in the AHA IV that help improve overall responsiveness and feel. An improved jack and hammer design provides a more solid and “connected” feeling to the player.