New Steinway grand pianos of this size and design are well north of $100,000! Dave’s Piano Showroom of Tampa specializes in luxury for less. 

Be sure to ask about adding an iPhone/iPad player system such as Spirio, PianoDisc, QRS, Disklavier. 

If you are considering a new or preowned Steinway, Yamaha, Kawai, Bechstein, Bluthner, Fazioli, Shigeru, Bluthner, Sauter, Petrof, Schimmel, Boston, Essex or any other quality piano call or message to schedule your visit today! 

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However, unlike a luxury automobile, which only is problem free for 5-10 years, pianos can go problem free for over 50 years, making buying preowned the only logical choice.  Here is another example of wealth evaporation.  In our current collection we have a Steinway model B which would sell for nearly $200,000 brand new. It is now under $50,000 and is flawless!

Be a good steward with your hard earn money and decide to own a preowned piano, particularly when it comes to brands which have steep price tags, such as Steinway and Yamaha. 

A new Spirio system cost in excess of $15,000. Spirio systems can be controlled by an iPad/iPhone. PianoDisc pioneered this tech nearly two decades ago and are the industry leaders!  

Unlike Disklavier, QRS and Spirio you can stream for FREE! 24/7, 365 stream classical, jazz, popular, vintage favorites, musicals, theme, country, sacred, etc.. There is even a Christmas station!  There are NO subscription fees! There are NO commercials. This is a FREE service to PianoDisc owners!

Call, text or email Dave’s Piano Showroom of Tampa Bay to schedule to audition this and countless other new and/or preowned Steinway, Yamaha, Kawai, Boston or Essex pianos.

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The Japanese have a terminal demography as a result of decreased child birth rate over the last several decades. As a result, there are virtually no 20-45 year olds to build or buy material goods like pianos on the islands. Japanese manufacturers have moved much of their production to other countries, such as Indonesia, China and Taiwan out of necessity. 

The most sought after pianos by Yamaha are the ones built in Japan. A new Yamaha 5’3” baby grand piano sells for nearly $30,000. At just $8,500 this Japanase made instrument is a terrific value! Visit Dave’s Piano Showroom to view this and countless other new and preowned Yamaha, Steinway, Kawai, Boston, Pearl River, Essex and many other quality pianos.

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Because Kawai builds the Boston piano, Bostons are naturally quite good!  However, much like a luxury automobile, the value of a Boston piano drops precipitously. 

Case in point: 

The MSRP of a new Boston 5’10” GP-178 grand piano is $37,900 according to PianoBuyer.com. This preowned Boston 5’10” GP-178 is being offered for sale at just $11,500!

At just a 1/3 of its new value and many decades of life remaining in this instrument, why would anyone with any sense at all stroke a check for triple?  

If you are looking for a new or preowned Steinway, Yamaha, Kawai, Boston, or any other quality piano; visit Dave’s Piano Showroom of Tampa Bay. Be sure to call prior to your visit, as Dave assist each guest personally!

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Because Kawai does not build motorcycles, waverunners, outboard motors, band instruments, etc. Kawai is able to concentrate their efforts on improving a piano’s design. 

For over 60 years Kawai has led the industry with their exclusive ABS carbon actions. The material Kawai’s uses in the over 12,000 parts of the piano action is not only 50% stronger than a Yamaha or Steinway action, but additionally, resist moisture and swelling 30 times better; a significant advantage in tropical climates such as Florida. 

A New Kawai GX-2 with a wireless Prodigy II system will cost nearly $60,000. At just $24,995 for this preowned 5’10” parlor grand with an updated wireless system, this is an incredible value! 

Stream music from your iPhone, iPad, or Android device to your piano 24/7, 365 FOR FREE!  Unlike Disklavier, QRS and Spirio which charge heavy fees for the ability to stream, PianoDisc offers this service FREE of charge to all of their present and past customers. 

If you are looking for a quality player, Piano in Tampa Bay, you will want to visit Dave’s Piano Showroom.  Be sure to call prior to your visit as Dave assists each guest personally!

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A piano performance is more than a display of musical skill—it is a collaboration between artist and instrument.

While pianists spend countless hours perfecting technique, the condition of the piano itself often determines whether that artistry reaches the audience with clarity and expression.

Preparing a piano for performance requires more than just last-minute tuning. It is a process of fine-tuning every detail so that both the player and the instrument are aligned for success.

At Dave’s Piano Showroom in Tampa, we understand that Florida’s climate, heavy usage, and performance pressures can affect a piano’s reliability. Here is a practical approach for ensuring your piano is ready when the spotlight turns on.

The Role of Tuning in Performance Success

Tuning is the first step toward unlocking a piano’s potential on stage. When a piano is even slightly out of tune, overtones clash, resonance dulls, and expression suffers. Professional tuning several weeks before a recital allows the instrument to stabilize so the pianist can rehearse on the same tonal foundation they will hear in performance.

In Tampa, with its high humidity and fluctuating indoor temperatures, tuning should never be an afterthought. Many pianos require two to four tunings per year to maintain stability, with additional touch-ups performed before concerts. We partner with trusted technicians who understand how local conditions influence piano performance, ensuring consistency and peace of mind for performers.

Action, Touch, and Playability

Every pianist knows that the “feel” of a piano is as important as its sound. If the action is sluggish or inconsistent, it can undermine even the most carefully prepared performance. Subtle mechanical issues, such as uneven hammer strikes or keys with varying levels of resistance, may only reveal themselves under the pressure of demanding repertoire.

Professional regulation, which involves adjusting the piano’s action to respond evenly across the keyboard, can transform how the instrument supports the performer. The result is greater control, smoother transitions, and the confidence to play expressively without mechanical distractions.

Pedals: The Silent Partners

Though often overlooked, pedals play a vital role in shaping musical character. A squeaky damper pedal or sluggish una corda can be distracting for both performer and audience. Checking the pedals for smooth, silent motion before a concert ensures that nothing interrupts the musical flow.

We recommend regular pedal inspections as part of routine maintenance, especially for instruments used frequently in public spaces or schools. Clean, responsive pedals give pianists the freedom to explore the full emotional range of their repertoire.

Comfort, Setup, and Acoustics

Even the best-prepared piano cannot shine if the performance environment is uncomfortable. A stable, adjustable bench supports proper posture, while thoughtful stage placement helps the piano project its sound. Avoid positioning the instrument near air vents, doors, or windows, as sudden drafts and temperature changes can affect tuning during the performance.

Whenever possible, pianists should rehearse in the performance space. Every room colors the sound differently, and each piano projects uniquely. Familiarity with the acoustics reduces surprises and helps the performer adapt touch and dynamics for maximum effect.

The Final Countdown

On the day of the concert, preparation shifts from technical details to artistry. Overplaying should be avoided, as it can fatigue both pianist and instrument. Instead, brief warm-ups, mental rehearsal, and a calm focus on expression set the stage for success. A quick sound check ensures the piano has maintained its tuning under both lighting and audience-ready conditions.

For performers who rent or use pianos from schools, churches, or event venues, Dave’s Piano Showroom can coordinate inspections and tune-ups so that the instrument meets professional performance standards.

Why Preparation Matters

An audience rarely notices when a piano is perfectly prepared—but they will always notice when it is not. By ensuring the instrument is tuned, regulated, comfortable, and reliable, performers free themselves to focus solely on artistry and connection.

At Dave’s Piano Showroom in Tampa, our mission extends beyond selling fine instruments. We provide the resources, expertise, and professional connections needed to help pianists prepare for every level of performance, from student recitals to professional concerts. Because when the music matters most, the piano must rise to the occasion.

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Yamaha understood human psychology, and that celebrity endorsement is the single most powerful advertising weapon.  If you take the most well known classical concert pianist, violinist, fill in the blank….

These classical musicians can walk the streets of America completely unmolested.  Case in point; Joshua Bell is one of the world’s premier classical violinist. Bell performed six classical pieces in a busy DC metro station.  In just over 40 minutes only a handful of people paid him any attention and tipped him. Bell racked in a whopping $52 for his efforts. 

In contrast, a pop icon like Elton John, Alicia Keys, John Legend, Adele, Sam Smith, Lady Gaga, etc., etc.; musician which cater to the masses have no quiet enjoyment.  Yamaha cleverly puts pianos in the hands of these type of well known musicians.  Do this for decades with hundreds of musicians and you have very successfully created a musical instrument juggernaut!  

Ergo, buy a Yamaha, not because they are the best piano made, but rather because most piano buyers perceive that Yamaha is the best piano made. 

Yamaha, acutely aware of their marketing success, have monetized their brand to the stratosphere.  For example, this 5’3” baby grand piano made in Japan would sell for nearly $40,000 brand new!  Much like a Mercedes-Benz, Audi, BMW, etc., a new Yamaha piano drop in value precipitously win one accepts delivery to their home.

The best way to safeguard your harder money from heavy depreciation, is to purchase preowned.  This like new, 5‘3“ Yamaha baby grand in beautiful cherry wood, adorned with French provincial legs, and a harp shaped lyre is a wonderful example of depreciation, and now excellent value!

At just $12,500 one would be hard pressed to write a check for $25,000 more than the selling price of this piano for a new one. Especially considering that pianos are designed to last 60 to 70 years on average.

If you are looking for new or preowned piano visit Dave’s Piano Showroom of Tampa Bay!

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Yamaha now is the most popular brand of piano, as a result of their very successful marketing campaign.  Yamaha placed their pianos in front of the world’s most popular musicians.  Their multi decade, marketing campaign has yielded much fruit.  Now, the US population overwhelmingly chooses Yamaha over any other piano brand. 

With their gain in popularity over the years, Yamaha has increased their prices, cashing in on their wildly successful marketing strategy, to what is presently considered by most to be an astronomical level. 

There is however, a silver lining.  Because new Yamaha pianos are so incredibly expensive, much like a luxury automobile; they depreciate significantly when they enter the secondary market. 

Case in point, take this 5’3” white baby grand piano made in Japan.  New, a Japanese made 5’3” polished white baby grand piano cost nearly $30,000!  This piano is now selling for just $8,500!

If you want to join the masses in flocking to the Yamaha brand, but do not have the stomach to shell out gobs of cash for a new one, then visit Dave’s Piano Showroom of Tampa Bay.  Dave specializes in like new Yamaha, Steinway, and new Kawai Pianos. 

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Kawai has built some of the world’s finest pianos since 1927, in Japan. So impressed with Kawai build quality Steinway chose Kawai to head up their Boston piano building project in 1991. To this day Kawai still assist Steinway in manufacturing their Steinway’s Boston line of pianos.

Kawai is well known for their actions, which lead the industry in innovation. Kawai’s ABS Styran actions resistant moisture, and swelling 30 times better than a comparable wooden action! Sticky keys are a result of moisture in a piano action. Using ABS, eliminates expansion and contraction to a point of being problematic.

If we expose a wooden action to 90 to 100% humidity for a short time, it will swell by roughly 5% in size. In contrast, an ABS action will only swell by .16%. Thus, Kawai’s actions are more than 30 times resistant to swelling then comparable wooden parts!

Additionally, under fracture load analysis we find that an ABS flange breaks at 102.5 pounds. A wooden flange breaks at 61.2 pounds. This results in a 50% stronger material used by Kawai.

There are several other industry leading techniques and materials which Kawai uses in the fabrication of their actions. Kawai uses five action brackets, instead of four (Yamaha uses 4). Kawai’s action bracket is an F type rather than an L type, resulting in more rigidity. Kawai uses a carbon composite blackjack, which is 2.5 times stronger than a wooden jack and never requires lubrication. Kawai uses exclude, aluminum rails and an insuliner strip which locks the flange in place. Kawai uses a machine threaded screw with a washer and lock tight washer, rather than a sheet metal screw, with no washers to secure the flange to the action rail. This is just a few points, which makes Kawai king in the realm of actions.

Visit Dave’s Pianos of Tampa Bay to see a side-by-side comparison of the above mentioned differences between Kawai and Yamaha actions.

If you are considering a Kawai GX-3, GX-5, GX-6, GX-7, Yamaha C3, C5, C6, C7, Yamaha C3X, C5X, C6X, C7X, Steinway model M, B, L, O or A, Boston GP-178, GP-193, GP-212 you will want to audition this piano.

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Tampa, FL 33607
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Look at the difference in wood density!  Home remodelers, say that sparks fly when they try to cut into a 2 x 4 from the late 1800s, early 1900s.  Viewing the photo below, you can see precisely why.  

Steinway’s golden age, the period between the turn of the century through the 1950s is considered by most to be the best pianos Steinway has ever produced!  

New, a white Steinway of this size will cost roughly $120,000 and it would not be nearly as good.  This golden age Steinway completely redone is an incredible value at $32,500

If you are searching for a preowned Steinway piano in Tampa Bay, visit Dave’s Piano Showroom, where you will find hundreds of new and pre-owned pianos. Be sure to call, email or text to schedule your visit!

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