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How to Tune a Piano

The piano is a very delicate instrument that requires tuning at least yearly and, if possible, even three times a year. It can be quite challenging to tune on your own so we recommend hiring someone to tune it instead which will set you back at least $100, but save...
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Piano Parts: What Are the Different Parts of a Piano?

Everybody is familiar with a piano's sweet, round, and rich sound. But did you know this percussion instrument consists of multiple components? For instance, a piano has over 250 strings, while a guitar only has 6. In this article, you'll discover the anatomy of a piano, including...
Best Piano Lamps

Best Piano Lamps & Piano Lights 2026

Piano lamps serve a lot of purposes, but they do come in handy especially if you play or practice at night. Since there are a lot of piano lamps on the market, it can be difficult to find a great one. We evaluated hundreds of piano lamps to find the...
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