| How to Buy a Piano Today there is a much larger selection of instruments available to piano buyers than there has been in quite a long time. The U.S. piano market, and indeed, the piano markets of many other nations across Europe and Asia, have been thrust into a completely new era of international commerce. The boundaries that used to keep foreign competition out have been either lowered, or eliminated altogether. As a direct result, the competition for your piano dollar has become much more intense, but not necessarily any more ethical. A considerable portion of the increase in piano choices consists of mediocre or lower-quality instruments built by manufacturers in formerly closed-market or state-controlled countries. Some countries building pianos today are indeed resource-rich in terms of select hardwoods and skilled personnel necessary to produce fine instruments, however, others are wanting in both quality lumber and labor. Other countries may occupy a middle ground: They may have the skilled labor but not the materials, or vice versa. Many makers of piano brands that have just recently appeared on the Western market have just started to compete in the world marketplace, and have yet to build, or are still struggling to build, a truly competitive or quality product by world standards. Consider these essential points before your purchase of a new or used piano: 1 ) Pianos often cost more than initially expected, 2) An inexpensive inferior piano can prove more costly than a higher priced quality instrument in the long-run, 3) Students particularly need a quality instrument to support their educational efforts, 4) Working with a seasoned local piano dealer like Colaianni can help ensure a wise purchase, 5) Tuning stability is an essential attribute to look for in pianos, 6) Colaianni evaluates all pre-owned pianos they sell including a thorough check of the primary components such as bridges, action parts, pinblock, soundboard, pedals, and the finish along with playability and tone, 7)Renting or Leasing a piano from Colaianni can be a viable low-cost alternative to purchasing, 8) Colaianni absorbs many of the concerns associated with instrument purchase including moving, tuning and warranty. We also have a re-purchase plan and make available a trade-up option that allows buyers to purchase a lower-priced beginner piano and apply MORE than their equity to an upgrade in the future Remember: The piano purchase, whether a pre-owned or new piano, should be a pleasant experience that enhances the excitement of piano ownership. Piano buyers who seek the advice of reputable professionals will help to assure themselves that they have made the best purchase possible of an instrument that will provide years of musical enjoyment. |
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"The Steinway piano - with its beauty
and power - is the perfect medium for expressing
the performer's art, drama and poetry." Van Cliburn
and power - is the perfect medium for expressing
the performer's art, drama and poetry." Van Cliburn
