The piano was invented by Bartolomeo Cristofori in the beginning of the 18th century, and back then it was known as the pianoforte. The piano evolved from earlier instruments, most notably the harpsichord. Today, the piano has become rather ubiquitous and many people spend years and money just to learn how to play such magnificent instrument.
There are 3 general kinds of pianos. One of which are grand pianos. Some refer to them as horizontal pianos since the frame and strings are horizontal. Grand pianos tend to be large, and are often the most expensive ones. Upright pianos are another variety, and some people refer to them as vertical pianos. They are named as such since the frame and strings are vertical. Many people like this type because they don't take up a lot of space, and are generally less expensive.
While often thought of as inferior to grand pianos, bigger upright pianos can rival that of a grand in terms of tone quality. Under this category are studio, console and spinet vertical pianos. Electric pianos are another category, and these are often the least expensive of the bunch. Electric keyboards are ideal for beginners and travelling performers.
There are several notable piano makers in the world which include Steinway, Baldwin, and Mason & Hamlin. Asian piano manufacturers like Yamaha have also gained popularity over the years. Some of the reasons why Yamaha piano are so popular are because they are portable, reasonably priced and loaded with features.
You can buy these pianos from both web-based and brick-and-mortar dealerships and retailers. If you are thinking of buying a piano, there are several things you have to consider. For starters, you have to consider your proficiency. Some Yamaha pianos, such as the YPT220 are ideal for beginners, but may be too restrictive for advanced users. YPT 220 comes with an education suite and 102 built-in songs to facilitate easy learning.
Apart from that, you also need to consider your budget. Setting a budget beforehand will effectively limit your options so you can choose more quickly, and at the same time, will help you avoid overspending. It would be a good idea to test a piano first prior to purchasing it so you can check for tone and touch quality. If you intend to buy online, find a local dealer and try their demo unit before ordering one. Check out testimonials and product reviews as well to evaluate other aspects like reliability, known issues, as well as tuning stability.
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