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Piano Advice

With over 30 years experience in the piano trade as piano technicians, specialising in the supply and servicing of quality new pianos – we can provide honest, technically-accurate piano information and advice.

Piano advice and help on buying an acoustic piano.
The oldest trick of the trade is to suggest a tired or used budget piano that was acquired for next to nothing in a part-exchange, as ideal for grade 2 or 3. It is as simple as this: a piano either works properly – consistently and reliably, at concert pitch, or it doesn’t. Even to complete grade 1, the piano must work properly.

Take advantage of our piano advice and information pages to gain valuable knowledge about the piano industry and basic technical understanding of how pianos work, and what makes some pianos better than others.

If you require any further piano information or advice, please feel free to call or email – we are here to help.

10/01/2022

Voicing. Before and after…

Here we have a Yamaha U1 upright piano. We have recorded the piano before voicing and after. Here is an audio sample…

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20/08/2020

Digital vs Acoustic

It’s a big debate, with reason. There is no denying that digital pianos have taken a firm grasp on the piano market…

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19/08/2020

Humidity. Critical environmental condition for a stable piano.

In late Summer / early Autumn and biting cold winter, we receive many call from customers asking why their piano has gone…

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30/01/2015

Grand Pianos – buying a grand piano

Here are some valuable facts about grand pianos that will help you understand their merits and compromises as well as essential grand…

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Why modern pianos are best

An old piano is not only inferior to a new instrument due to its wear and tear over the years, but lacks…

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27/01/2015

Key factors to consider when buying a piano

A pile of price lists, brochures, conflicting reviews and advice from someone who bought their piano 10 years ago, just doesn’t help…

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03/01/2015

The piano industry

An industry more active than you may have expected.. We move with this ever changing industry to select a range of pianos…

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22/12/2014

Early Yamaha U1 – U3 vs New Yamaha models

Yamaha U1 and U3 designs pre-2002 are inferior to current models… despite the misleading and inaccurate web-articles, forum posts and piano shop…

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06/11/2014

Upright Pianos – buying an upright piano

Here are some valuable facts about upright pianos that will help you understand their merits and compromises as well as essential upright…

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Based on 21 reviews
Mark M
2023-08-24
I didn’t buy a piano at the time because my plans have been uncertain for a while and it looks like I have to relocate soon but Chris was so attentive and accommodating that I plan to buy from him as soon as I am in a position to. Top notch service and expertise. Preparation is absolutely immaculate and to your taste if you choose to ask for it. Legendary attention to detail if you are buying - what else do you need to know?
Ian Howlett
2023-08-04
I bought a Yamaha YUS5 upright in 2013, and ten years on it’s still going strong, and is playing better than ever, with the tone developing nicely. The service I received at the time was fantastic, including having the showroom to myself to evaluate the pianos. The piano was set up perfectly, which probably helps to explain why I’ve had ten years of trouble-free enjoyment of an excellent instrument. Highly recommended.
Aris CHAN
2023-05-04
I've a piano finish speaker sent to Venables Pianos seeking for their help to repair it. They finished in two weeks and the damaged corners are like new now. Really professional and responsible.
Nathan Sealy
2023-04-07
Superb personal service. Couldn't recommend them more.
Leon Ashman
2022-02-15
Friendly Family business.
Linda Bitvus
2019-10-04
I have just purchased a Venables baby grand piano and am absolutely delighted with the service I have received.In the showroom I was allowed to play all the pianos freely and was given lots of helpful advice. The delivery was excellent and I am a very happy customer.Thank you very much.
Andrew B
2019-09-24
I purchased a Yamaha B3 silent from here 6 years ago and it is still a fantastic instrument. The customer service, help and advice given by Will and the team was exceptional.