Advice

Piano care and buying advice from Vale Pianos

Read our guides below, or give us a call if you have any questions about choosing or looking after a piano.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about choosing a piano, visiting us, delivery and looking after your piano.

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Craig tuning a Schimmel grand piano

Piano Care

Try to position the piano away from a radiator or heat source. Try to avoid fluctuating heat and humidity as these are often responsible for tuning instability.

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Upright and grand pianos in the Vale Pianos showroom

Piano Buyer’s Guide

Choosing a piano can feel quite an overwhelming task! This brief guide aims to cover some of the piano options available to you.

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Kawai K300 ATX4 upright piano

Kawai Hybrid Pianos Explained

A hybrid piano brings together acoustic piano mechanics and digital sound technology. Here is how Kawai AnyTime, AURES 2 and Novus differ.

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Kawai CA401 digital piano

Kawai Digital Pianos Explained

Kawai digital piano actions, sound, headphones and connectivity explained, with practical advice on choosing a model for your home.

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‘Tulip’ piano in walnut

Digital Conversions Explained

How we fit a modern Kawai digital piano inside a traditional piano case, and what to consider before choosing a conversion.

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Kawai ES120 digital piano

Acoustic vs Digital Pianos

Acoustic or digital? Compare touch, sound, headphones, space and care, with practical questions to help you choose.

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Any questions?

Please contact us, or give us a call on 01386 860419 and we will be happy to help.

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