Buying your first Grand Acoustic Piano: 5 things to consider?

When it comes to buying your first Grand Acoustic Piano there a number of things to consider before you make that final purchase, and we wanted to help you out by highlight five of the most important aspects you need to think about.

How is the piano made?

Quality is paramount when buying your first Grand Acoustic Piano. Regardless of where the piano is manufactured, you are looking for a piano that is made with the finest quality. Reasons for piano’s being made in different countries has relevance to keeping costs down, ensuring customers can afford to buy them!

Who is it for? And where is it going?

Understandably you do not want to spend extortionate amounts of money on a piano if it is for a child, this is because they may lose interest and you won’t receive excellent value for money from years of beautiful music flowing through the house. Similarly, for a beginner you should be looking to buy a piano that is relatively easy to play and then if you progress into an accomplished player, there’s always the possibility to upgrade to something more valuable! However, if you are a serious pianist, you may already be looking to upgrade your current acoustic piano, hence why Yamaha provide Grand Acoustic Pianos in different series’, meeting your individual requirements.

Have you got sufficient storage space for your grand piano?

Dependent on house size, a grand acoustic piano can be idyllic, producing rich harmonies, but if you live in close proximity to your neighbours then you need to consider the potential disturbance them. If this is the case, it is possibly more realistic to look at the acoustic pianos prior to the Grand Acoustic Pianos.

What is the piano like under the hood?

Providing originality, all acoustic pianos have different qualities to offer. Therefore, if you look under the hood of the piano, you can visually see any variations (for example size, depth, colour, detail, etc.) As a result of making comparisons, you widen your understanding of the piano and therefore have the capability to choose according to your personal preferences.

Is it new or reconditioned?

Why waste money on a piano if you’re a beginner when you can find a reconditioned piano that is top quality and offers outstanding value! As a matter of fact; a reconditioned piano could be a long-term investment, the money which you save from buying a second-hand piano could be well-spent on customising the piano, and it is usually the case that they are as good as new!

Try before you buy!

Don’t buy any piano unless you are completely satisfied with the quality and condition, after all, you don’t want to buy a Grand Acoustic Piano if you don’t like the way it sounds or plays.

Here at Richard Lawson Pianos Ltd, Yamaha has the perfect Grand Acoustic Piano waiting for you!

The Yamaha C-series pianos are instrumental for performances, recording and traditional play, their deep resonance and rich harmonies are advantageous for school use, ensuring there is a freedom to play. Richard Lawson stocks the Yamaha Grand Acoustic C3, which is one of the most popular in its class, we recommend these for beginners who are looking to progress to a greater level!

Are you looking for an acoustic piano which is a collectable with pure qualities? In comparison to the C3, the Yamaha G3 and G4 are Grand Acoustic Pianos which are ideal for professional musicians, they have numerous qualities including a silky, clear tone which is somewhat sweeter than any of the other Grand Pianos on the market.

If you’re interested in finding out more about the wide selection of Grand Acoustic Pianos we have on offer and would like to visit our piano showroom, then why not get in touch with us today!

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      Great place to choose the right piano for your needs, offers a wide selection for both the amateur and professional! I tried out a number of pianos. My second hand yamaha arrived pristine, and was delivered with care and attention. Plays beautifully and Richard was knowledgeable and helpful in giving playing tips to an amateur such as myself!
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      A huge thank you to Colin & Richard @ Richard Lawson Piano’s. If you are considering buying a piano then take my advice and look no further. I was in the market to purchase a grand Piano for my 13-year-old daughter and after looking for a couple of months, indecisive which Piano to purchase, I came across Richard Lawson Piano’s. My initial call was with Richard who was extremely nice, knowledgeable, relaxed and not sales pushy. Based on that I decided to make the journey across to Amersham from Kent to visit the showroom where the selection and choice was just endless. I was welcomed by Colin who’s knowledge was incredible, he took his time without pressurising me to make a decision nor did he pressurise me to purchase anything. If you’re not 100% sure what to buy and need to look around to consider options then look no further, this is the Piano supper market. They also opened up for us especially the day before Christmas break to collect. Thank you so very much for a fantastic service. All the best Matt & Kirstie
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      Richard Lawson Pianos are excellent retailers for pianos. And I would absolutely recommend for anyone buying their first piano to go there, as their hospitality and professionalism is top tier. Colin was the very kind gentleman who guided me step by step into chosing a piano withing my budget and of excellent quality.
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      I have been recommending Richard Lawson Pianos to my students for over 10 years, and every experience has been excellent. Colin was incredibly helpful from start to finish. I didn't even need to visit the showroom, as he promptly answered all my questions and matched the best price. He was also happy to hold the piano for over a month while I arranged the move of my previous piano. The delivery was almost impossible due to the access, but Colin organised everything smoothly. The delivery team worked incredibly hard and managed what seemed impossible. To make things even better, the piano technician contacted me just two days after delivery without me having to chase anyone. The piano was delivered on Friday, and I already had a message from the technician by Sunday. The level of customer service has been outstanding every time I have purchased a piano from Richard Lawson Pianos. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a quality piano and first-class service. Thank you so much, Colin, for all your help!
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