All About Choosing and Buying Pianos

[smurfy]

yes, talking abt 4yr old who just started to learn piano..


reluctant to start on keyboards.. so went to look at digital pianos last wk, brand new ones frm yahama and casio were like 2k. then teacher telling me err 2k can get good kawaii 2nd hand piano.

but i dunno how to explain. getting a real piano is a big commitment. whereas a dig. piano is like err still play thing (can run offf easily type). in the end, back to square one.. nothing at all

[ANobleNerd]

Like I said Smurfy, you ought to look at ebay.com.sg for 2nd hand full size keyboard. They are usually only about $200, so it's a good cheap investment.


Even if you do get a piano later, the keyboard is portable and good for putting in your kid's room when they are older. Also, selling the keyboard is easy because there is no need for tuning etc.

Get the keyboard first for your son to practice. It helps a lot to maintain his interest.

[MaryDaisu]

Cwc,

Tks for your reply.
I’ve decided & went ahead to get a brand new china made hailun piano, based on reviews fr other mums & having to test it.
Have yet to take delivery…
With this big commitment, we will just have to get my DS interest sustainable keke…

[swimironkids]

http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?p=369760#369760


Hi I got a used portasound electrnic piano? for kiddy wth 24keys (small in size and easy to carry around)
Bog it for my kid to try out but didnt went tru with them so collecting dust for few years.
If interest sms me jeff 93887383

[BeContented]

Hi MaryDaisu,

Just curious, how much does the newly bought piano cost?

Good that you have decided on something. At least, they play whenever they have the mood and probably can help to sustain their interest. Like my son's case, he refused to take up piano initially. However, after watching the younger sis practised on it, I caught him trying alone. Well, it's a no-return journey for him too, now the BIG committment is shared by 2 kids

Have fun. Even if you can't play, cannot read the notes, do not know if they are playing correctly or not.....just be around to support while they practise. The kids will be more motivated. After a while, you probably can vaguely detect when the wrong notes are played.

Cheers.

[plum-cake]

jce:

Talking about leisure - the issue here is buying a keyboard as a means to trying out whether the child is interested or not before investing in a proper piano. If one is going to plunge into exams right from the start, no need to consider keyboard at all

Leisure keyboards comes with all side buttons like different voice/ style selection, rhythm conrtol. these will get the child's attention. so there are advantages and disadvantages too. they try to play with thoes buttons but not practice the piano.

[Musee]

I was going to get my son to learn piano at 4 yr old, but my dad said it is not good for his fingers cos the keys will be too hard for his developing fingers. I think it makes sense, so I have decided to start him on keyboard instead as the keys are softer.


Most keyboards are 61 keys. I also don't think the number of keys matter, so long as they are standard size keys. Keyboards is definitely a cheaper way to see if the kids are interested enough to invest in a proper piano and it is just as good as a piano for learning the techniques.

Yamaha does 88 key keyboard but there is a cheaper 76 key keyboard http://mypianokeyboard.com/yamaha-ypg235-the-ultimate-piano-keyboard-around/ which I think is good enough and not that ex.

[musicpeeps]

Learning a piano is really worthwhile but if you do not already own a piano then you will need to get one. It could be second hand or new. If you are buying second hand and do not know very much about them, then think about paying a piano technician to come with you. It could save a lot of money in the long run as even a beginner needs a reasonable instrument to learn on.


Even deciding to buy a new piano it could still be worth getting advice as they can be very expensive. Ask the dealer if you can get credit to upgrade a starter piano to a better instrument later on. Check on the warranty that they offer, and ask if they will give you a refund if the piano does not sound right acoustically when you get it home.

[micollh]

hi all,


just a preparation question, im gonan enrol my 3.5 yo girl to yamaha (4 yo class) in oct. i was informed my fren(her son in yamaha too) to get keyboard first ? then she said to buy a piano after like 6 months later ? Is this recommended ?

[Village Girl]

My friend would like to buy a 2nd hand piano for her kid. She is looking at Yamaha U3. It cost $4k+. Is it worth it? How to check whether the piano is in good condition?