BOL Pianos - Veenendaal (Head Office)
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Acoustic piano, digital or silent
But what exactly is the difference between an acoustic, a digital and a silent piano? With an acoustic piano, sound is created by the hammers hitting the strings when a key is pressed.
And with the use of the pedals, this sound becomes even more beautiful. A digital piano creates electrical sound when a key is pressed. These sounds are played by means of an amplifier and speakers. Playing an acoustic piano is a real experience in terms of sound and use, and a digital piano can imitate this sound well, but still sounds different than a real acoustic piano.
The best of both worlds? Then take a look at a silent piano! A silent piano is an acoustic piano that gives you the option of playing with headphones on. When the silent system is switched on, the acoustics of the piano are switched off and the sound becomes digital sound. You will then hear this sound through your headphones.
And with the use of the pedals, this sound becomes even more beautiful. A digital piano creates electrical sound when a key is pressed. These sounds are played by means of an amplifier and speakers. Playing an acoustic piano is a real experience in terms of sound and use, and a digital piano can imitate this sound well, but still sounds different than a real acoustic piano.
The best of both worlds? Then take a look at a silent piano! A silent piano is an acoustic piano that gives you the option of playing with headphones on. When the silent system is switched on, the acoustics of the piano are switched off and the sound becomes digital sound. You will then hear this sound through your headphones.
The pro's and con's
Each type of piano has its own advantages and disadvantages. We highlight the most important advantages and disadvantages for you:
Advantages of an acoustic piano:
Advantages of an acoustic piano:
- The sound is unique and unmatched.
- Using an acoustic piano is also challenging for advanced players.
- Retains its value for a long time.
- Lasts for generations without losing its quality.
There are also some disadvantages to an acoustic piano:
- It is an investment in terms of purchase price.
- An acoustic piano requires maintenance, such as tuning the piano.
- If an acoustic piano is not equipped with a silent system, headphones cannot be used. The piano will therefore produce more sound.
The advantages and disadvantages of a digital piano
Advantages of a digital piano:
- The purchase price of a digital piano is generally lower than that of an acoustic piano.
- A digital piano can also be played with headphones.
- There are options to digitally record piano playing.
- With a digital piano it is also possible to record other sounds.
There are also some disadvantages to a digital piano:
- A digital piano loses its value faster than an acoustic piano and has a shorter lifespan.
- Less challenging for advanced piano players.
- As described, the sound of an acoustic piano is unmatchable. With a digital piano, you can hear that the sounds are digitally formed.
A piano from Bol Pianos
Bol Piano's has a wide range of pianos. Our advisors can tell you all about the possibilities to determine together with you which type of piano best suits your needs.
For both beginners and advanced piano players, we have a wide range of pianos that meet their needs. View our range online or visit one of our showrooms near you. Do you have any questions? Please feel free to contact us!
Bol Piano's has a wide range of pianos and grand pianos from various top brands including Yamaha C. Bechstein, Steingraeber & Söhne, Bösendorfer, W. Hoffmann and Perzina. We have both new pianos and second-hand pianos. New Pianos Second-hand Pianos Silent Pianos Are you looking for a specific model or brand? Feel free to contact us, who knows, we might have it in stock!
For both beginners and advanced piano players, we have a wide range of pianos that meet their needs. View our range online or visit one of our showrooms near you. Do you have any questions? Please feel free to contact us!