subject: The Piano Bench: Overview Of Popular Bench Models [print this page] Piano bench buyers have a plethora of various models and styles to choose from. The three main styles of piano benches include the adjustable bench, the traditional duet bench and the double bench. The choice of bench should be determined based on your needs and budget. Various sources of benches are available, and many are available reasonably prices to fit most budgets.
Adjustable piano benches are the most popular replacement bench with many piano bench buyers opting for this style because of its versatile use and optimum performance for a variety of musicians including pianists but not limited to harpist, guitarist, percussionist, and other orchestral and ensemble instruments. The adjustable piano bench is favored because of the fully height adjusting seat and its comfort, the fully padded seat being great for musicians who practice long hours.
Many buyer also choose the traditional duet piano bench, these benches are usually original equipment with most acoustic pianos including grand, baby grand and upright pianos. If a bench is desired to closely resemble the factory supplied bench, one should opt for the duet bench since its style is most like the original. The duet bench also has a music storage compartment under the seat that is quite large, offering great music and book storage out of sight. The hinged seat is available in wood finish or with a padded top in vinyl or leather.
Double piano bench users prefer them for their roomy, comfortable seat that will accommodate two players easily. The majority of double benches are in the adjustable style with some having a seat that is split, allowing each player to adjust to his/her specific height. Others have a long bench style seat that has adjustments handles on either end. These double adjustable benches have a solid iron frame with a built in worm gear mechanism that allows for easy adjustment by the player
