From teaching your child the importance of music to enjoying a new hobby, buying a piano can be a great investment. Of course, when shopping for this large musical instrument, you may find yourself overwhelmed by the different options of pianos for sale available. Thankfully, help is available, so you can choose the right piano for your home and enjoyment. Here are a few tips to help choose your piano and location.

Play and Play Some More

All pianos are not created equally, so you should try out a few different makes and models until you find one that works for you. Play a few options and then play some more, allowing the piano to choose you instead of you choosing the piano.

The right piano will sound great while you are playing it, but it should also feel comfortable with your body. Make sure the piano keys feel like an extension of your arms, hands, and fingers. If it fits like a glove, the piano may be the right option for you.

Focus On the Room

Deciding you want a piano is one thing — deciding where the piano will go is an entirely different issue. Make sure you have the space to accommodate a piano first and foremost. Then, focus on the acoustics of the room to ensure the piano will sound like it should.

The room should be large enough so the piano does not sit up against a wall, door, or window. Ideally, you will want the piano almost centered in the room or a few feet away from the walls/windows.

The piano should not be so close to windows that it is in direct exposure to the sunlight. If you do not have any other area for the piano, make sure to install drapes or blinds on the windows to reduce the piano's exposure to sunlight.

Humidity is also a concern. Make sure the room is properly heated and cooled to maintain healthy humidity levels of around 35 to 45 percent. Higher levels of humidity can warp the wood, affecting its function and sound.

Consider New or Used!

Pianos are large investments, so it is important to shop around for the best price. Many people feel they should only buy a new piano, but that is not actually true.

Considering some people do purchase pianos and then decide they are no longer useful, they are sold to others or sold to resellers. Buying used can save you a great deal of money, but make sure to inspect the piano for signs of wear and damage that could affect its sound and value. 

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