The Piano Book

A piano is one of the largest consumer purchases most people will ever make. Yet when you shop for a piano you're up against a vast variety of brands, models, and styles, competing claims, and strange terminology. Finally, here is a book to guide you through the process with practical information on every aspect of buying a new or used piano: candid brand-by-brand reviews; tips on inspecting and buying a used piano; sales gimmicks to watch out for (and the real differences in piano quality and features); a special section on buying a used Steinway; piano moving, storage, and servicing. For anyone considering buying a piano, The Piano Book is the classic "friend in the business." Whether you're shopping for a Steinway or a student's special, this indispensable guide points you to the best - and pays for itself through a lifetime of satisfaction and pleasure! The 2008-2009 Annual Supplement to The Piano Book gives manufacturer and product updates and going prices of all makes of new pianos. An invaluable resource!