TYPE OF PIANO

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Vertical Pianos


They are called vertical pianos because of their height and the position of the strings. The height range of the vertical piano is between 36 - 60 inches.Smallest of the pianos. Popular choice of people living in limited living spaces. i.e. apartments. 'Lost motion it has less power and accuracy due to size and construction


Grand Pianos


Grand pianos are the largest piano type, and frequently the most majestic . Grand Pianos  are categorized by horizontal soundboards sometimes stretching up to 4 ft. . The Soundboard is encased in a supportable opening platform that lifts on the left in an upwards direction. Dampers lie on top of the strings, adjacent to the hammers.The internal construction is braced with form-holders, usually made of wood, as well as the small equipped metal reinforcements. Essentially the casing is "bottomless" allowing one to see the soundboard support base, also of reinforced wood, which technically acts as the base. Keys consist of wood coated in ivory, or sometimes pure ivory, depending on the piano's manufacturers and classification. The grand piano has the standard 88 keys. Most of these pianos have sheet music platforms. A retractable cover slides over or folds down on the keys. Grand pianos are said to produce finer tones and has the most responsive key action.


Electric Piano



Good for beginners or moving performers, electric pianos are usually the most affordable, and although they do not have the qualities of an acoustic, sound continues to improve for the high-end and mid-range instruments. They vary greatly in quality; some have hollow keys, while others try to replicate the feel and weight of acoustic keyboards. In addition to the features of an acoustic piano, electric pianos have a variety of sounds and settings such as organ, guitar, string, choir, and percussion. The numerous sounds on some keyboards make it virtually a portable band. Other pianos have limited functions, but this is better for someone who is trying to replicate an acoustic and save money. True electric pianos have a professional appearance and good materials, as well as touch sensitive features and sometimes equipped frames. Most have connectors for pedals and computer interactive abilities. They never need to be tuned, and are rapidly becoming more popular in modern bands. The electric piano also has the advantage of allowing the user to practice silently with headphones at times when doing so would otherwise disturb people. The few drawbacks are technological infancy and power supply.













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