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Topic: Upright Pianos Vs. Grand Pianos (Video) (Read 2019 times)

livingpianos

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Upright Pianos Vs. Grand Pianos (Video)

on: June 23, 2010, 08:23:36 AM

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kliewe

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Re: Upright Pianos Vs. Grand Pianos (Video)

Reply #1 on: July 10, 2010, 01:36:37 PM

He does miss out on what I consider the #1 advantage that uprights have over grands.

The center pedal - the "super soft" pedal - is only available on uprights. Thanks to the center pedal, I'm able to practice about 8 extra hours per week - in the early mornings and late at night.