Embarking on the journey to understand pianos can seem daunting, but grasping a few essential concepts can greatly enhance your experience and deepen your appreciation for these magnificent instruments. At the core of a piano’s soul are its soundboard, strings, and hammers. These crucial elements work in harmony to produce the piano’s distinctive sound. When you press a key, a hammer strikes a string, generating vibrations that travel through the soundboard to create the instrument’s iconic tones.
Additionally, the size of a piano significantly influences its sound quality. Larger pianos boast longer strings and more expansive soundboards, resulting in a richer, more resonant sound. However, it’s important to consider the dimensions of your living space; a grand concert piano may not be the ideal choice for a small apartment.
Founded in 1963, Grafton Piano continues to be a 2nd & 3rd Generation family-owned business. We built our present Souderton store in 1972. We offer the largest selection of pianos, organs and keyboard products in the area and cover the tri-state area. We’ve designed and installed hundreds of custom Church organ installations. We also handle anything you need in pianos; from moving and tuning to complete refinishing and rebuilding. Our years of experience servicing organs served as a solid basis for later servicing digital and player pianos.