How to shop for a piano
  • 1. What is the first step in shopping for a piano?
A) Learn to play a complex piece
B) Determine your budget
C) Visit all the piano stores
D) Buy the cheapest piano available
  • 2. Which type of piano is typically the most affordable?
A) Baby Grand Piano
B) Digital Piano
C) Upright Piano
D) Grand Piano
  • 3. What is a key advantage of a digital piano?
A) Difficult to move
B) Requires professional tuning
C) Superior acoustic resonance
D) Headphone compatibility
  • 4. What is 'action' in the context of a piano?
A) The responsiveness of the keys
B) The brand name
C) The color of the piano
D) The type of wood used
  • 5. Which of these is a characteristic of a grand piano?
A) Vertical soundboard
B) Horizontal soundboard
C) Compact size
D) Built-in metronome
  • 6. What does 'touch sensitivity' refer to on a digital piano?
A) The number of built-in voices
B) The weight of the piano
C) The piano's response to how hard you press the keys
D) The type of stand used
  • 7. Why is it important to play a piano before buying it?
A) To ensure it matches your decor
B) To show off your skills
C) To assess its tone and action
D) To get a discount
  • 8. What is 'voicing' in the context of an acoustic piano?
A) The cost of tuning
B) The tonal character of the piano
C) The brand of piano
D) The type of finish
  • 9. What is a piano's 'soundboard'?
A) The outer casing of the piano
B) The keyboard itself
C) The sheet music holder
D) The resonating surface that amplifies the sound
  • 10. What is the benefit of a weighted keyboard on a digital piano?
A) Reduces the cost of the piano
B) Simulates the feel of an acoustic piano
C) Makes the piano easier to move
D) Increases the volume of the piano
  • 11. When inspecting a used piano, what should you check for?
A) Dust on the keys
B) The number of keys
C) The original price tag
D) Cracked soundboard or loose keys
  • 12. What is the purpose of piano tuning?
A) To adjust the tension of the strings
B) To change the color of the piano
C) To clean the keys
D) To polish the finish
  • 13. What is a good feature to look for in a piano bench?
A) Automatic opening
B) Attached sheet music stand
C) Built-in cup holder
D) Adjustable height
  • 14. Which piano type generally requires the most space?
A) Grand Piano
B) Keyboard
C) Upright Piano
D) Digital Piano
  • 15. What is the advantage of buying a new piano over a used one?
A) Lower price
B) More unique character
C) Easier to move
D) Warranty and known history
  • 16. What does MIDI connectivity allow on a digital piano?
A) Automatic tuning
B) Amplifying the sound
C) Changing the color of the keys
D) Connection to computers and other devices
  • 17. What is the purpose of felt hammers in an acoustic piano?
A) To protect the soundboard
B) To dampen the sound
C) To hold the keys in place
D) To strike the strings and produce sound
  • 18. What is sustain pedal used for?
A) To hold the notes
B) To adjust the volume
C) To transpose the keys
D) To change the instrument sound
  • 19. What are piano casters?
A) Metronome attachments
B) Covers for the keys
C) Wheels for moving the piano
D) Piano cleaning products
  • 20. What should you consider regarding piano placement in your home?
A) Away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures
B) In a damp basement
C) Directly under a window
D) Near a radiator for warmth
  • 21. What is meant by a 'full-size' keyboard?
A) 76 keys
B) 88 keys
C) 61 keys
D) 49 keys
  • 22. What is 'polyphony' in the context of a digital piano?
A) The size of the keys
B) The volume of the piano
C) The type of piano finish
D) The number of notes that can be played simultaneously
  • 23. Which of these is a sign that a used piano needs significant repair?
A) Minor scratches on the finish
B) Slightly out of tune
C) Buzzing or rattling sounds
D) Slightly dusty keys
  • 24. What is a Damper Pedal?
A) Sostenuto Pedal
B) Soft Pedal
C) Sustain Pedal
D) Una Corda Pedal
  • 25. What type of wood is often used for the soundboard of high-quality pianos?
A) Pine
B) Spruce
C) Maple
D) Oak
  • 26. When purchasing a used piano, what is important to consider besides the piano's appearance?
A) The color of the piano's felt hammers
B) Whether the piano has been in a moving vehicle
C) The age of the piano
D) The reputation of the previous owner or the seller
  • 27. Which of the following accessories should be included with a piano purchase?
A) New sheet music
B) Piano humidifier
C) Piano bench
D) Cleaning solution
  • 28. Which part of the piano is responsible for controlling the loudness of the sound?
A) Soundboard
B) Strings
C) Key
D) Hammer
  • 29. What is the primary difference between an upright and a grand piano's mechanism?
A) The direction of the hammers' motion
B) The shape of the instrument
C) The material the keys are made of
D) The use of pedals
  • 30. How frequently should you tune your piano?
A) Every week
B) Every 6-12 months
C) Only when it sounds noticeably out of tune
D) Every 3-5 years
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