The piano is one of the most popular musical instruments in the world. Its distinct sound and versatility have made it a staple of many different genres of music. When it comes to playing the piano, one of the most important factors to consider is the size of the keys. In this article, we’ll take … Read more

When it comes to pianos, many people think of the traditional grand or upright models. Basically, these are the two main categories of pianos. Within the upright piano category, there are four styles. The console piano is one of them. In this article, we will explore what a console piano is and what makes it … Read more

Nowadays, there are many electronic piano-like instruments. For any beginner, it could be confusing to pick the right electronic piano to start with. This article covers digital piano vs. MIDI keyboard and shares information about which is better for beginners. A digital piano and a MIDI keyboard share some similarities. Both can produce sounds that … Read more

In an earlier post, we shared upright piano types categorized by vertical piano heights. Here, we’ll take a closer look at the upright piano dimensions. Upright pianos are a popular choice for both professional and amateur musicians. They offer a compact and versatile option for those who may not have the space or budget for … Read more

If you have ever wondered about the different upright piano types, read this article for some interesting information. Broadly defined, there are two basic piano categories: horizontal and vertical. The grand piano category has grand pianos and baby grand pianos based on size. Similarly, upright pianos have four different styles due to their height. From … Read more

You may have heard about the baby grand piano or the baby grand. What are the differences in regards to grand piano vs. baby grand piano? As one of the most popular instruments in the world, the modern piano comes in many different sizes and shapes. However, there are two basic piano styles: grand piano … Read more

Many digital pianos have a harpsichord sound option, which may inspire curiosity about the harpsichord. What are the differences between harpsichord vs. piano? You may have seen some pictures of harpsichords, which look similar to pianos. They have keyboards and strings and soundboards in the back. However, they are very different instruments, including the mechanism … Read more

Before we delve into the difference between the semi-weighted vs weighted keys of any digital piano, I would like to share two vital moments in my earlier piano journey. I grew up with a Bechstein baby grand performance piano at home. Naturally, I was used to the weighted hammer action piano keyboard. Because it was … Read more

I don’t believe that there is a standard height for a piano keyboard; however, conventionally, the piano height is measured from the floor to the top of the white keys, and it is between 28 and 30 inches. This height suits most adult players. It raises the question of how this one size can fit … Read more

The world has gone wireless, in case you have not noticed. We are now living in a world growing more wireless by the day – wireless speakers, wireless headphones, wireless mobile phone charging, etc. Many digital pianos have also gone wireless, supporting Bluetooth Audio and Bluetooth MIDI. In today’s wireless world, Bluetooth® technology plays a … Read more