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Why do most pianos contain a large sounding board underneath the strings?
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∙ 15y ago
The soundboard acts like a big drumhead and when you hit a key it goes thru the bridge to the soundboard along the grain which produces the sound
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What instruments has pedals strings and keys?
the piano or a pedal harp or concert harp
Names of pianos?
I don't know about names, but there are many different types of pianos. There are upright pianos, baby grands, grands, concert grands, etc. There are also electric keyboards and digital keyboards that are like pianos without hammers.
How old is the Gordon Laughead piano?
The Gordon Laughead company built pianos between the years 1948-1964. To find when it was built exactly, look for the serial number (should be underneath the top covering the strings) go to bluebookofpianos.com, and there will be a place you can find out its age using that number.
How good are Starck pianos?
Ive got one and love it. im very into vintage guitars and pianos. starck piano co. ended in production in 1966, which means all of them are vintage. as long as you take care of it its a wonderfull sounding piano.
Where do you find the serial numbers for Henry Miller pianos?
Lift up the top of the piano and you will find it in the center of the board above the strings
How many strings do a piano generally have?
Pianos have three strings per note... Therefore - since most modern pianos have 88 keys, they have 264 strings.
What causes the sounds that come from guitars and pianos?
Both guitars and pianos have strings. Striking the strings causes them to vibrate, which makes the sound that you hear.
What instruments has pedals strings and keys?
the piano or a pedal harp or concert harp
Names of pianos?
I don't know about names, but there are many different types of pianos. There are upright pianos, baby grands, grands, concert grands, etc. There are also electric keyboards and digital keyboards that are like pianos without hammers.
How many strings does an average medium sized piano have?
An average piano has about 215 - 220 strings. In the extreme bass, one string per note is enough to produce adequate volume. (To achieve the low pitch, these strings are coiled with copper, to make them thicker.) This is the "bass" of a piano. In good pianos, it it normally used only for the first octave. although I've seen pianos in which they extend to about 1.5 octaves. In the "tenor" section, there are usually 2 strings per note, also coiled with copper. In a good piano, these usually cover the 2nd octave of the piano, but I've seen small, cheap pianos where there extend as high as middle C, covering about 1.5 octaves! The rest of the range (upward) has 3 strings per note. NOTE: In the last category, one string is usually tightened at the far end, and pulled back to produce the next string. In a sense, this makes one string, but it is tuned as though it were two individual strings. In the best pianos, each of the 3 strings of each note is an individually hitched string. A small, cheap piano, may contain as few as 210 strings or less, and a high quality piano as many as 225 strings or more. Two exceptions are the Bluthner grand, which has a 4th string to resonate the 3 strings of the piano's largest range, and the Bosendorfer Imperial Grand, which has more than 88 keys, hence, more strings. Here's a general rule: "The smaller the piano, the fewer strings it has; the larger the piano, the more strings it has."
How old is the Gordon Laughead piano?
The Gordon Laughead company built pianos between the years 1948-1964. To find when it was built exactly, look for the serial number (should be underneath the top covering the strings) go to bluebookofpianos.com, and there will be a place you can find out its age using that number.
Why do pianos go out of tune?
Because you're constantly hitting the strings with a hammer, dopeski. And, humidity changes swell and shrink the 3/4"-wide spruce soundboard, altering the tension in the strings.
How good are Starck pianos?
Ive got one and love it. im very into vintage guitars and pianos. starck piano co. ended in production in 1966, which means all of them are vintage. as long as you take care of it its a wonderfull sounding piano.
Where do you find the serial numbers for Henry Miller pianos?
Lift up the top of the piano and you will find it in the center of the board above the strings
How would say the piano and electric piano are alike?
Electric pianos (aka digital pianos) are instruments that reproduce the sound made by acoustic pianos. Pianos produce their unique sound by the action of a felted hammers hitting strings of various lengths. Digital pianos replicate this sound with oscillators and speakers. Electric pianos and acoustic pianos are alike in that they have the same keyboard of 88 black and white keys, they produce a similar sound (though not identical), and they can be played in the same manner, especially if the digital piano has weighted keys and a damper pedal.
What are the three main categories of pianos, based on size and sound?
Pianos can be categorized into three main types based on their size and sound characteristics: **Grand Pianos**: Grand pianos are the largest and most prestigious type of piano. They are known for their exceptional sound quality and are often used in concert halls and by professional pianists. Grand pianos have a horizontal soundboard and strings, which allow for a more complex and resonant sound. They come in various sizes, from baby grands to concert grands, with longer pianos generally producing richer and more powerful tones. **Upright Pianos**: Upright pianos, also known as vertical pianos, are more compact and suitable for smaller spaces. Their soundboard and strings are positioned vertically, which results in a more compact sound. Upright pianos come in different sizes, from spinet pianos (the smallest) to upright grands, studio pianos, and full-size uprights. They are popular for home use and are often more affordable than grand pianos. **Digital Pianos**: Digital pianos are electronic instruments that aim to replicate the sound and feel of acoustic pianos. They come in various sizes, from compact and portable models to full-size, furniture-style digital pianos. Digital pianos use sampled piano sounds and can offer a wide range of additional features, such as built-in metronomes, various instrument sounds, and connectivity options. They are often chosen for their versatility, as they can be used with headphones and for recording, practice, or performance. These three categories encompass the primary types of pianos available, each catering to different needs and preferences based on space, budget, and musical requirements.
How long should the piano soundboard echo last?
Most pianos can last for close to 15 seconds, assuming the strings are not muted in any way.
