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