Buying a piano or keyboard
Pianos
I highly recommend Allegro Pianos in Connecticut. Allegro Pianos is owned by Ori and Rebecca Bukai. They have an awe inspiring showroom filled with a wide range of fine pianos. Ori is a master technician (and fine pianist, too) who will educate you and explain every aspect of what makes a fine piano. I love my Estonia Grand Piano and I thank Ori for opening my ears to this amazing work of art.
Requirements for buying an electric piano
- 88 keys, as close to the same size as a regular piano
- Weighted keys - a sensitive touch that imitates a regular piano
- A sustain pedal, or capability for sustain pedal
- An adjustable bench or chair
- Headphones or capability for headphones
Keyboards
I only recommend keyboards that I have played, tested and confirmed meet my minimum requirements for acceptable temporary substitute for an acoustic piano.
Name: Casio CDP100 - 88 Key Digital Piano
Cost: $399.00
Where: You can view it here.
Available at Guitar Center, Atlantic Center Mall, Brooklyn.
Extras:
Does not include stand or bench. *Attention: I don't recommend the ProLine stand that Guitar Center sells. It is not appropriate for this keyboard, does not fit well, slips and would likely be dangerous for young children.
NOTE: I recommend buying a Piano Quality Pedal. M-Audio SP2 Sustain Pedal. $29.99 You can view it here.
Name: Yamaha YPG-635
Cost: $899.00.
Where: You can view it here. Available at Guitar Center, Atlantic Center Mall.
Extras: It comes on a stand.
Name: Yamaha YPG-635 Full Package
Cost: $934.00.
Where: You can view it here. Available at Guitar Center, Atlantic Center Mall.
Extras: Includes Stand, Bench, Headphones, Software
Please call me at 917-595-7137 if you have any further questions about buying a piano or electric keyboard.
Thank you
Louis Yungling