Upright Piano : What is it?
| An upright pianos, also known as a vertical piano, is a compact instrument designed with a vertical frame and strings that extend from the keyboard to the hammers in both directions. Although it is not comparable to a grand piano in terms of sound quality, it still has the level of responsiveness and sensitivity a grand piano of the same size has.
An upright piano is available in different sizes and styles. It more affordable than a grand piano, making it more popular among students, teachers, homeowners, and professional pianists. It is commonly used in homes, schools, churches, musical or concert halls, hotels, restaurants, and ships. |
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Kinds of Upright Pianos include the following: |
Size types
Spinets upright piano
- A spinet upright piano is the smallest type of upright piano.
- It measures 36 to 39 inches tall.
- It is also the most inexpensive and space-saving upright piano.
- It operates using indirect blow, making it small enough to fit in a compact spinet cabinet.
- The the mechanical parts that cause indirect action are located right below the piano keys.
- It does not provide a balanced feel of the keys.
- Although it is still used in educational and recreational applications, it has become unpopular due to its unbalanced keys, small soundboard, and short strings.
Console upright piano
- A console upright piano is also known as an acoustic upright piano.
- It measures 40 to 43 inches tall.
- It is commonly found in homes and small music schools.
- It is designed with a direct blow action that sits above the piano keys.
- It provides a balanced feel of the keys and a fast repetition of notes.
- It uses a large soundboard and long strings, creating a better sound and a balanced tone.
Studio upright piano
- A studio upright piano measures 44 to 48 inches tall.
- It has a durable and sturdy construction.
- It is ideal for studios, schools, and large living rooms, and popular among teachers, professional pianists, and institutions.
- It uses uses a large soundboard and long strings, creating a better sound and a balanced tone.
- It is designed with a direct blow action that enhances playing efficiency and accuracy.
- It can come with a lockable top and key cover.
Professional upright piano
- A professional upright piano is the largest type of upright piano.
- It measures 48 to 60 inches tall.
- It produces the best sound and plays the highest-quality music.
- It requires only a few moving parts.
- It is durable and reliable.
- It is popularly used by professional pianists, composers, and musicians.
- It is commonly found in concert halls, large music schools, ships, hotels, and restaurants.
Damper types
Overdamper upright piano
- An overdamper upright piano has a damper positioned above the hammers.
- The damper touches the top of the strings, affecting their performance and reducing their efficiency.
- This type of upright piano is not usually effective in terminating sound.
- It is the older type of piano.
Underdamper upright piano
- An underdamper upright piano has a damper positioned below the hammers.
- It operates using damper strings.
- It is more effective in cutting off sound and produces better music than an overdamper model.
- It is the modern and more expensive type of upright piano.
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Quality sound: Choose the largest upright piano you can afford to get a smooth and quality sound. However, if you still want to buy a small piano without sacrificing sound quality, look for one that uses longer strings.
Bench: Choose an upright piano that already comes with a bench if you want to save money and have a matching design for your bench.
Durability: For excellent durability, choose an upright piano made of high-quality wood and finished with a wood-grained polish. With the right materials and constant proper care, your piano can last for more than 30 years.
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