This results in sudden change when the piano player plays pianissimo to fortissimo. Typical digital piano uses 3 to 4 different waveforms for different dynamic range for each key. So tonal changes according to the key range are very smooth and natural. Roland on the other hand samples all 88 notes which give a distinct character to each note just like an acoustic piano. Most of the digital pianos use sample zones, this gives similar character to the same group of notes. Roland Piano sounds are sampled from the premium concert grand. Roland’s SuperNaturalPiano Technology is based on three basic principles: 88 Key Sampling
SuperNaturalPiano technology makes the piano sound very expressive and responsive like acoustic pianos. However, in most of the cases, I have seen that after considering both the circumstances most parents prefer a digital piano over an acoustic piano.Īlmost all Roland pianos use SuperNaturalPiano Technology. Some of the digital pianos also offer app connectivity which makes the piano learning and playing experience more enjoyable than an acoustic piano. A happy neighbour is one less thing to worry about. In compare to acoustic pianos, digital pianos have many extra features like headphones, recording, Bluetooth, metronome, sample songs, a wide range of sounds.įor practice purposes – especially for students – digital pianos offer headphone connectivity and allows the user to practice without disturbing people around them. Their sound and performance are comparable to a quality an acoustic instrument. Modern digital pianos have progressed considerably over the past decade. And the available technicians charge a premium cost for their services.Īfter all, if the family is still willing to invest in the maintenance and upkeep of the piano, then going for an acoustic piano is not a bad decision. Also, the spare parts of acoustic pianos are not easily available in India. We do not have trained acoustic piano technicians. Then there is the cost of Humidifier or dehumidifier depending on the climate.Īs the piano gets old, the quality of the sound in unmaintained piano deteriorates. Also, it requires professional piano shifters to do the job.Įach tuning cost between Rs. The piano needs tuning if it is shifted from one place to another place.
It depends upon the age of the piano and the condition in which the piano is kept.
My acoustic piano customers generally got their pianos tuned every 3 – 5 months. It’s not only the initial cost that we must look at.Īcoustic piano requires regular maintenance and tuning. In an ideal situation one would want an acoustic concert grand, but we know in India just a couple of individuals can achieve and keep up this dream.Īn entry-level acoustic piano is more expensive than a digital piano. The decision entirely depends on the family. Truly there is no correct response to this.
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