Tips For - Buying A Used Piano

: Use a flashlight to look behind (uprights) or underneath (grands) for cracks. Large cracks can cause rattling.

: Listen for sticking, buzzing, or notes that don't play at all. tips for buying a used piano

: Open the top and look for deep grooves in the felt. Minor wear is fine, but flat or shredded felt means an expensive "action" rebuild. : Use a flashlight to look behind (uprights)

: If it’s significantly out of tune, it might not be able to hold a tune anymore. tips for buying a used piano

: Rust makes strings brittle and likely to snap during tuning.

: Always have a pro inspect the piano before you pay. It usually costs $100–$200 and can save you thousands. You can find one through the Piano Technicians Guild.