Piano Blog & Resources

Digital vs. Acoustic Piano: Which Is Right for You?

A practical comparison of digital and acoustic pianos, including touch, sound, maintenance, headphones, live performance, and long-term value.

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Why We Rarely Buy or Recommend Spinet Pianos

Spinet pianos are compact and inexpensive, but their drop action, short keys, limited tone and difficult repairs can make them a costly choice.

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How Piano Voicing Can Soften a Bright or Harsh Tone

Learn the difference between tuning and voicing, why piano hammers become bright, and how a technician can create a warmer, more expressive tone.

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Improvisation for Classical Pianists: A Practical Starting Point

A practical path from scales and inversions to melody, modes, chromatic color and freer piano improvisation for classically trained musicians.

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Cómo comprar un piano usado: qué revisar antes de decidir

Una guía práctica para detectar humedad, desgaste, problemas de afinación y otras señales importantes antes de comprar un piano de segunda mano.

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Piano Wippens blog post

A brief explanation of the piano wippen.

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The Golden Age and Beyond: Piano Manufacturing from 1880 to the Asian Ascendancy

A brief history of the piano world

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Baldwin Piano history

A brief history of Baldwin pianos

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