Tips For Buying A Used Piano -

: Open the top and look for deep grooves in the felt. Minor wear is fine, but flat or shredded felt means an expensive "action" rebuild.

: Use a flashlight to look behind (uprights) or underneath (grands) for cracks. Large cracks can cause rattling. tips for buying a used piano

: Rust makes strings brittle and likely to snap during tuning. : Open the top and look for deep grooves in the felt

: Listen for sticking, buzzing, or notes that don't play at all. Large cracks can cause rattling

Buying a used piano is a great way to get a high-quality instrument for a fraction of the new price. However, pianos have thousands of moving parts that can wear out or break over time. 🎹 Inspection Checklist

: Find the serial number and check it against the manufacturer's website or the Piano Atlas to see exactly when it was made. ⚠️ Red Flags to Avoid