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Lou

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I'm a beginner - digital versus acoustic

on: September 24, 2004, 01:13:05 PM

Hi All

I am a beginner piano player and have a good digital piano at home with weighted keys and hammer action.

I attend evening class where I have the opportunity to play an acoustic piano. My goal is to move through the grades and eventually become an accomplished pianist. I'm not intending to become professional - it will always only be a hobby.

My question is this; will learning on a digital piano hinder my progress? I would imagine that the answer is yes. If so, at what point should I purchase an acoustic. Grade one? Grade 2? Etc.

Any advice would be most appreciated.

Many thanks

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rlefebvr

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Re: I'm a beginner - digital versus acoustic

Reply #1 on: September 24, 2004, 05:06:32 PM

You should look into the instrument section, there are lots and lots of threads on this subject that I am sure will help you.

Both have their good and bad points. It really depends on your needs.

Also, if you go digital, don't go cheap.

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Ron Lefebvre

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