Below, we detail which parts of a used piano can often be repaired when needed and which defects are usually difficult/costly to repair. Some pieces, however, are costly to repair and in some cases would take rebuilding the entire piano to complete. What’s Parts May be Fixable (and What May Not Be) – Some aspects of a used piano can be easily fixed or updated, such as repairing piano keys or fixing cabinet blemishes.Not all fixes are simple or inexpensive - see the list below for what’s easy and what’s not easy to repair. Listen for Buzzing, Rattles, or Severely Out of Tune Keys – While any used piano you’re considering buying may be out of tune (though buying a used piano from a dealership usually means the piano has been tuned and cleaned up), a buzzing, rattle, or a severely out of tune key (especially if it sounds like two notes playing at the same time) can be a sign of something that needs to be fixed.Only the finest handmade pianos can be expected to still perform well after 70 years, where most mass-produced pianos have a life expectancy middling around 50-65 years, depending on how well the piano was cared for. The Age of the Piano – A piano’s reasonable life–that is, the period of time it will produce quality touch and tone–can vary from 20 years to 100 years.A higher quality piano means higher quality parts that won’t degrade as quickly over time. The Piano Brand – Look for quality brands such as Yamaha used pianos, Bösendorfer, Steinway & Sons, Kawai, and Wm.When shopping for a used piano, it’s important to consider: It can be daunting to shop for a used piano, especially when you don’t have a lot of experience with used piano quality or piano structure.
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