Piano Buying Tips in Singapore
Choosing the right piano is a meaningful investment for your home, your child, or your musical journey. At Melodious Piano Boutique, we believe that a well-informed buyer will always choose a piano that brings long-term joy, value, and stability.
This guide will walk you through the essential factors to consider when selecting a used or reconditioned piano in Singapore, so you can make a confident and educated decision.
Choosing the Right Piano for You
New vs Reconditioned / Second-Hand
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New Pianos: Perfect for long-term investment.
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Reconditioned / Used Pianos: Grade A reconditioned pianos from Japan offer exceptional quality at a more affordable price. At Melodious, all used pianos are fully inspected and restored.
Brand Considerations
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Different brands have unique sound and touch:
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Kawai Pianos: Smooth, mellow tone, excellent for classical and contemporary music.
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Yamaha Pianos: Bright, clear tone, great for pop, jazz, and stage performance.
Size & Space
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Upright Pianos: Perfect for homes, studios, or apartments.
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Grand Pianos: Ideal for concert halls, larger spaces, or serious players.
How to Verify a Piano
Inspect the Piano Carefully
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Check the action, keys, pedals, and soundboard.
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Listen for uneven tone or buzzing sounds.
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Read more about more Grade A Piano
Serial Number & Provenance
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Verify the piano’s age and origin through its serial number.
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Ensure it has been properly serviced or reconditioned if second-hand.
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Read more about how to verify your piano
Should You Rent or Buy?
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Renting: Ideal for students or temporary needs. Flexible options available for upright or grand pianos.
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Buying: Best for long-term use, investment, and performance reliability.
Piano rental is increasingly popular among families in Singapore. It is ideal if you:
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Are temporarily staying in Singapore
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Want to test your child’s interest
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Need a short-term piano
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Prefer flexibility with no long commitment
View our piano rental options
Our rental plans are designed with flexibility and quality in mind.
Popular Upright Pianos
Different models offer different touch, tone, and build quality. Popular choices for homes, students, and teachers include:
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Yamaha U1 – ideal for beginners to intermediate players
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Yamaha U3 – preferred by teachers for deeper tone and projection
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Yamaha YUS Series – premium choice for advanced learners
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Kawai HAT 20s – silent system anytime
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Many more models at store
Looking at a Kawai piano? Here’s why choosing a Kawai upright may suit your needs
The quality of a reconditioned piano depends greatly on where and how the refurbishment was done, commonly China, Vietnam, and Japan being common locations for refurbishing used pianos in Singapore.
To learn more about how we handle piano reconditioning at Melodious Piano Boutique, check out our detailed guide.
The secrets to keeping your piano in top shape with our easy guide. From gentle cleaning to temperature control, enjoy musical brilliance hassle-free!
Repair, reconditioning and rebuilding
This piano has been reconditioned". What does it mean?
Not all “reconditioned pianos” are the same. A premium reconditioned piano undergoes:
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Full interior inspection
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Replacement of worn parts
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Cleaning and alignment of action
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Regulation of touch
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Voicing of hammers
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Full tuning and fine-tuning
At Melodious Piano Boutique, every instrument is carefully selected with strict benchmarks before it reaches our showroom.
Learn more on our Piano Reconditioning page.
When buying or selling a piano, it’s important to ensure that the piano is in good condition and comes from a trusted source. One key aspect of this process is checking the piano's serial number and verifying its history. Here’s how you can perform a piano verification
Piano tuning and servicing include tuning, regulation, voicing, repairs, and restoration.
Regular piano maintenance is essential for preserving the instrument's quality and longevity.
Looking for piano rental in Singapore? At Melodious Piano Boutique, we offer a wide selection of high-quality upright pianos, grand pianos, digital piano and silent pianos for both short-term and long-term rental.
Contact us today to reserve your piano rental and enjoy the flexibility of renting a premium instrument without the long-term commitment.