All About Choosing and Buying Pianos

[heyhoe]

Finally step into Piano Master and seriously thinking of purchasing HL125.


Appreciate feedback if this is sufficient for DS1 who’s studying for Grade 5. He seems interested to pursue further thus would like something that last him as don’t think I’ll purchase another piano.

Also, may I know those who have used HL125 for a few years, any problems or changes in the tones?

By the way, if anyone is thinking of buying HL125, can PM me? Perhaps we can bargain for a better rate?

Cheers,

[Village Girl]

sushigal:

Hi


My girl already in her Grade 5. Have never used the metronome. Using metronome is for children not sure of their scales. It's quite dependent and distracting.

Do not buy unless the piano teacher say so.

Thanks for the reply. I will skip it then.

[bktan02]

heyhoe


I just confirm the order of Hailun Hl125 and they will deliver it tomorrow.

[NICKW]

Heyhoe / bktan02,


Have you all tried the Hailun model H-33P, H-5 model & Wendl & Lung 122 at PianoMaster ?

If yes, are there any much difference in the touch & tone ?

Also read from somewhere that there will be new Hailun "V" series, which is supposed to be of higher quality.

[bktan02]

NICKW

I have no musical background and know nothing about touch & tone. I tried Hailun HL125 and another Hailun model which is taller but I forget what model. The taller one sound nicer but exceed my budget. So I choose HL 125 which is within my budget, better and more worth compare with the Christofori model which I saw on the same day from another shop.

[zero_mist]

zero_mist:

Hi Hi

Needed some advice & feedback on these two cristofori models, JT 123 & UH 123.
Thks

hi hi
any advice? E differences between e two r $500.
JT r made in japan,so r e parts,except keys made of plastic.
UH r assembled by Pearl River using German parts n soundboard designed by L Tommas. Key r made of wood.

Our DS oso has no preferrences as she oni 7 mths into piano.
Thanks

[peanut_butter]

sushigal:

My girl already in her Grade 5. Have never used the metronome. Using metronome is for children not sure of their scales. It's quite dependent and distracting.

Does the teacher count for her or can she do it independently?

I use ibeat application on ipad or iphonebe because i hate the annoying sound.

Nearly eveyone uses metronome. Even my teachers play with the methrome. When the rhythm gets really complicated at advanced grade or whenever students do not have the techniques to handle their pieces, they use it to check their pulse.

Village Girl:

Is it a must to get metronome for beginner? My kids are grade 1 now but their teacher did not say hv to get that. But many of my friends said it is necessary.

I use it in lesson but wouldn't recommend it to absolute beginners to be used on their own.

[peanut_butter]

heyhoe:

Appreciate feedback if this is sufficient for DS1 who's studying for Grade 5. He seems interested to pursue further thus would like something that last him as don't think I'll purchase another piano.


Also, may I know those who have used HL125 for a few years, any problems or changes in the tones?

I use a 5-years old HL125 (claimed the owner) to teach. It doesn't sound as good as the new. Neverthless, it should be adequate to last till grade 8. If you have space, get their grand the action is a lot better and can be used up to diploma. It cost around $8k.

[sushigal]

Hi bktan02


Care to share how much did you pay for your HL 125?

What are the items they gave from the piano master?

[tinwhoong]

tiredmummy1972:

I am going to confirm a 2nd hand 6yr old Pearl River ( UP-108M) piano @ $1400. is the price ok?

I do not understand of all Pearl River and you choose the above model. I find it too hard for most children. I hope that your children will not give up especially they are beginners. Good Luck.