Types of Piano
There are several types of piano that you can choose from, and each come with their own set of advantages and disadvantages. Before embarking on a journey to choose a piano for your home, consider the following points
- How much are you willing to spend on the piano?
- How much space do you have in your house?
- How will playing the piano affect other people in the house, as well as neighbors near you?
- How do you envision yourself playing the piano?
There are three main types of pianos –
Vertical / Upright Pianos
The spinet piano features a lower cost and reduced height, making it a popular option for those with limited space and budget constraints. The single most important factor for spinet piano is probably the size, which influences tone quality and volume. The taller the piano means the longer the strings are and the larger the soundboard, producing a louder, more complete tone.
Grand Pianos
In the Grand Piano, the frame and strings are horizontal, and as such the size can be bulky and harder to fit into a home. The Grand Piano come in a variety of sizes, with the smallest Grand Piano called the Baby Grand Piano which is a popular model for homes. The largest Grand Pianos are seven to nine feet, and are used primarily for public performances in concert halls, churches and auditoriums. Grand Pianos are generally more expensive, but boasts a faster repetition, better tone and expression contrel.
Digital Pianos
Digital Pianos occupies much less space than an acoustic piano and doesn’t require tuning. They are available at much cheaper prices compared to Grand Pianos. They can also be played through headphones, eliminating the necessity to locate it in a room where it will not disturb others. While the digital piano offers these advantages, they are often dismissed by purists as the sound reproduced does not recreate the rich acoustic nuances of a Grand Piano.
