subject: Piano Dealer - Factors That Affect A Purchase [print this page] Shopping from a piano dealer can be an exciting experience for anyone who is interested in learning this instrument or even someone who has been playing for years. Some people even choose to bring one into the home for the sheer decoration value. Whatever your reasons for purchasing, there are several factors you should take into consideration before laying out your hard earned money. A good salesman will help you explore all of your options, tailoring your selection. Having said that, you cant count on having a good salesman. Here are the things you need to consider before you start shopping.
Digital or Acoustic
One of the most important considerations youll need to think about when shopping from a piano dealer is what kind of instrument youre looking for. Todays industry offers quality digital and acoustic pianos with comparable price ranges. Digital pianos have evolved since their inception in 1983 to compete with acoustics even in sound. If youre concerned about spacing, a digital may be the right choice. If youve got room to fill, a classical piano makes an aesthetically pleasing and purposeful use of your space. The choice may seem difficult, but if you keep a few questions in mind youll make the right decision:
-What sound do you want?
-What space are you filling?
-Whos going to be playing it?
Style
Much like cabinets, pianos come in various styles, each of which is going to appeal to a different consumer. However, buying such an instrument is a bit different than buying, say, a violin. If youve decided to go old school, the sheer size of an acoustic means you have to take both spatial and aesthetic concerns into consideration. Think about how the style of the instrument is going to match your home decor. Think about spacing issues, as well. You dont want to buy something that you wont be able to fit comfortably into your home. What goods a piano if theres no room for an audience?
Price
Considering the costs, buying from a piano dealer is always going to mean that price is a major factor in the purchase. Having said that, you might be doing yourself a disservice by going too cheap. When people first become interested in buying a musical instrument, its only natural to resist spending a great deal of money. After all, what if it doesnt take? What if you decide six months down the line that you just dont have a knack for it? Even so, spending $1000 on a cheap, old instrument could be a bigger mistake. You may find it falls out of tune easily, doesnt give you a good sound, and it could discourage you from delving more deeply into the instrument.
