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Are old Kawai pianos good?

Kawai upright pianos are renowned for being some of the highest quality pianos on the market. The specialist skill and craftsmanship with which Kawai upright pianos are made makes them stand out from the crowd, so much so they are regularly used by professional piano players.

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A used piano can often be the right choice for your home, but picking the right one can prove a very difficult decision. Just some of the issues that need to be taken into consideration are the price of the piano, its physical condition and, of course, how it plays. Here at Richard Lawson Pianos we are delighted to offer our customers an excellent choice of used Kawai upright pianos. There are many reasons why a used Kawai upright piano might be a better option to go for over the draw of other models. But what are those reasons? Below, we offer up some of the reasons why Kawai upright pianos are worth looking into as your new instrument of choice.

Excellent quality

Kawai upright pianos are renowned for being some of the highest quality pianos on the market. The specialist skill and craftsmanship with which Kawai upright pianos are made makes them stand out from the crowd, so much so they are regularly used by professional piano players. Even if you invest in a used piano, having one of these in your living room will really help you make an impression.

Rarer

Kawai upright pianos are a rare breed of instrument, proving hard to get hold of than pianos made by other manufacturers such as Yamaha which are widely available on the market. Despite their rarity, Kawai pianos still offer fantastic value for money for what you get, making getting hold of one a no-brainer if you get the chance.

Wide range of pianos

Sometimes if a type of instrument is quite hard to get hold of, the choice of pianos available in that range can be quite limited. That isn’t the case when it comes to Kawai upright pianos, which can be found in a very wide selection spanning the smallest models at a mere 108cm high, to 132cm high models at the top of the range. Just a few of these pianos include the 118cm high AT 14 silent piano and the full, rich tone of the K50ME.

Can be bought used

If you’re buying a used piano, you might be concerned that it will have degraded with age. No problem – all our Kawai upright pianos undergo an extensive 113 point check. Many pianos also come with guaranteed cover so you can be sure that it will serve you well for years to come.

The affordable option

A used Kawai upright piano really is the affordable option, costing from a third to a half of the price of a similar used piano. Why spend more when you can have guaranteed quality at an affordable price?

Here at Richard Lawson Pianos we have an excellent selection of used Kawai upright pianos for sale. If you would like to learn more about our Kawai upright pianos, please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us today. We’d be delighted to help you find the right piano for your needs.

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