Buying a Piano
January 8, 2026
Buying a Piano: The Complete Guide
What to look for when buying, which brands and types exist, and how to get the best price.
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Guides, piano knowledge and practical resources. Everything about buying and selling pianos and grand pianos.
Buying a Piano
August 24, 2026
Renting vs Buying a Piano: The Honest Comparison
Who a piano rental makes sense for, what it costs, and when buying used works out cheaper in the long run.
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April 22, 2026
How Much Does a Used Piano Cost?
Price overviews for all segments, from entry-level upright to concert grand, as a reference for buyers and sellers.
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April 22, 2026
Moving a Piano: Costs, Tips & Checklist
Everything about professional piano transport: costs, choosing a mover, and what to do before and after the move.
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January 8, 2026
Dealer vs. Private: What You Actually Get
When does the price premium for a specialist dealer make sense, and what should a good dealer actually do for you?
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August 24, 2026
Finding a Piano's Serial Number and Age
Where to find the serial number and how to date a Yamaha, Kawai, Steinway or other brand from it.
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April 25, 2026
What Is My Piano Worth?
How to determine the realistic market value of your piano or grand piano, with price overview and concrete valuation criteria.
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January 8, 2026
Tips for Creating Listings
How to create a compelling listing: the right photos, a clear description and a fair price.
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January 7, 2026
Selling a Piano: The Ultimate Guide
From valuation to listing to closing the sale: a step-by-step guide to successfully selling your piano.
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September 16, 2026
Tuning Your Own Piano: What's Realistically Possible
Feasibility, requirements, and app recommendations for tuning your own piano, honestly weighed between small touch-ups and professional tuning.
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September 6, 2026
Japanese Piano Brands: History and Makers
From Yamaha and Kawai to forgotten factories: how to research historical Japanese piano brands yourself.
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September 6, 2026
American Piano Brands: History and Makers
From hundreds of factories to a handful of names: how to research historical American piano brands yourself.
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September 5, 2026
Piano Brands: How to Find Information on Any Maker
How to research any piano brand, including rare and discontinued makers like Zimmermann or Ritmüller.
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August 24, 2026
Bösendorfer Grand Pianos: History, Models and Prices
Vienna's piano tradition since 1828: model lineup, sound character and what the Yamaha acquisition means for tone and value.
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August 24, 2026
Piano Tuning: Cost, Frequency and Warning Signs
What a piano tuning costs, how often you need one, and how to tell your piano is due for a visit from the tuner.
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April 25, 2026
Digital Piano vs. Acoustic Piano
Pros and cons compared: which instrument suits your playing level, budget and living situation?
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April 25, 2026
Yamaha Pianos & Grand Pianos
Model ranges, prices and buying advice: what makes the world's most popular piano brand stand out.
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April 25, 2026
Kawai Pianos & Grand Pianos
Kawai as a Yamaha alternative: model overview, tonal characteristics and who Kawai is the right choice for.
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April 25, 2026
Steinway & Sons Grand Pianos
History, models and what to consider when buying a used Steinway grand piano.
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April 5, 2026
Piano Knowledge: Types, Sizes & Brands
A fact-based overview of piano types, grand piano sizes, leading manufacturers and what matters when buying.
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