Buying a piano- Are either of these a good deal?

Question:I saw them in person today and both seemed to get a good sound and feel (although I'm a flute player and not a piano player). I have included the store's descriptions and a link to the picture. They are both used pianos. I'm looking for a quality instrument for my daughter to start piano lessons, but I'm not wanting to break the bank. This store is going out of business in 20 days, so I'm hoping to negotiate a good price, if either of these is worth it.

Kawai 48in studio AAA ebony polish MKT Value 6216.00 Your Cost 3108.00

http://www.usedpianoshoustontx.com/...

Sohmer 45 in Studio AAA Brown Oak MKT Value 2275.00 Your Cost 1195.00

http://www.usedpianoshoustontx.com/...

I would appreciate any feedback about possibly buying one of these. Thanks in advance!

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: I saw them in person today and both seemed to get a good sound and feel (although I'm a flute player and not a piano player). I have included the store's descriptions and a link to the picture. They are both used pianos. I'm looking for a quality instrument for my daughter to start piano lessons, but I'm not wanting to break the bank. This store is going out of business in 20 days, so I'm hoping to negotiate a good price, if either of these is worth it.

Kawai 48in studio AAA ebony polish MKT Value 6216.00 Your Cost 3108.00

http://www.usedpianoshoustontx.com/...

Sohmer 45 in Studio AAA Brown Oak MKT Value 2275.00 Your Cost 1195.00

http://www.usedpianoshoustontx.com/...

I would appreciate any feedback about possibly buying one of these. Thanks in advance!

Being a performer, piano teacher myself I would go for the kawai. Everyone is different though.
Yamahas and Kawai are my favourites out of what is not overly expensive for instance Bosendorfer or Steinway which are the very best. They are only for the rich ;o)
Out of Yahaha and Kawai, I prefer Kawai because I find Yamaha a bit 'bright sounding' for my taste. Bright meaning a crisper tone, bolder somewhat and harder to produce a sweet tone. Kawai in my opinion is easier to control.

Overall, I don't think you'll go wrong if you choose Kawai. Their title stands as one of the top of the range brands anyway regardless of personal preferance.

Cannot follow your links. However, I am a music teacher in NY, since 1971, and a piano competition judge. The KAWAI will hold its resale value over time far better than the Sohmer, all other things being equal. Consult the Larry Fine books about piano values, too. And pay a few bucks to have a GOOD piano tech come look these two over. If the store BALKS - then NEITHER of these might be a good deal - they might be passing something off. We've all seen that commercial where the car is under ater, and the guy is typing an ad - and he changes *water damage* to *new upholstery*. Well, EVERY business has things like that going on.

I hate uprights

Go with a grand

steinway

I played a Kawai in college while doing an internship in a music store. It was an outstandingly fine piece of equipment, and the case was of high quality wood and was very tasteful. The other brands, from what I know, don't sound as rich and full, and the action isn't as springy and light to the touch. I talked my sister into getting one, and she's loved it. I only wish we didn't live so far appart. I'd love to play it once in awhile!