In a message dated 98-09-05 08:57:13 EDT, you write: << First, How do you judge the appropriate size piano for a given room. My room is long (29 feet) and relatively narrow (12-14) with fairly high ceilings. I am torn between the 7 foot piano of my dreams(which I fear may be too much piano for the room), the 6'1 that practicality urges and the 6'4 compromise. Also, the brands I am considering are Yamaha (C-3) and Boston in carious sizes from 5"10- 7'2 (which I'm told plays "bigger" than its size because it is wider than a conventional grand.). It's become more of a technical issue than a price or preference one, so I am hoping some of you can shed some light on how I should make my decision. >> The size and brand of the piano should be detirmined by your needs, wants, desires, budget, etc, not by the size of the room. Obviously, you can't put a 9' piano in a room 10 x 10, but the room you describe, almost any size will fit. What you need to consider is how much sound are you willing to accept from these pianos. At full volume, I don't think there is going to be that much difference between a 6' or 7' piano. I have seen a 9' Steinway in a room smaller than what you have, and it wasn't overpowering. So. if you want and are willing to accept a big sound, then get a 7' piano. Just my opinion. Willem Blees
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