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