![]() The hammers are linked to a series of intricately connected parts with names like "jacks" and "wippens." ![]() A look under the "hood" is daunting: More than 200 strings, attached to a harp-like plate, are struck by hammers. Just because I play the piano doesn't mean I understand the mechanics of it, any more than the fact that I can drive a Porsche means I could evaluate its transmission. Speculates that there are five to 10 times more used pianos sold than new, with a wide range of brands and conditions.īut buying one proved more complicated than I expected. Indeed, the number of new pianos sold declined 19% in 2007, the second consecutive annual decline in unit sales, according to Englewood, N.J.-based Music Trades, which tracks sales of new musical instruments.Įxperts say it's much harder to track sales of used pianos, but Boston-based piano technician and author "If you're in the market for a used piano, this is a good time for you." Piano Sales Dip ![]() And more people with grand pianos gathering dust in their living rooms "take a second look" at the hulking instruments when they consider liquidating some assets, says Rochester, N.Y., piano technician Fewer people buy such pricey instruments when money grows tight. To my surprise, I found loads of used Steinways for sale, perhaps reflecting the sorry state of the economy. "A good Steinway has a way of inspiring a performer," he says.Īnd while I'm no Grammy winner, I still wanted that Steinway sound. ![]() Today, he performs exclusively on Steinways. ![]()
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