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Piano Appraisal Calculator

Estimate the market value of your Yamaha or Kawai upright piano

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Yamaha Pianos

14 models

Kawai Pianos

1 model

Inspection Checklist

Tick issues found during inspection. Each issue lowers the appraisal price accordingly.

Sound Foundation

Soundboard shows signs of damage or separation

Bass strings are dead or have no resonance

White/black keys have sustain problems

Cosmetic

Signs of rust, mould, or moisture damage

Excessive brass wear or corrosion

Regulation

Sticky hammers or keys that don't return properly

Keys don't drop properly or have excessive play

Hammers make clicking sounds or are broken

Piano is significantly out of tune

Hammer let-off timing problems

Keys are not properly leveled or aligned

Keys have excessive lateral movement or wobble

Inconsistent key depth or travel distance

Poor damping mechanism affecting sound quality

Keys are too heavy or have inconsistent touch weight

Loose screws affecting piano stability or function

Voicing

Overall tone sounds too mellow and no power however hard you play the keys

Sound is too harsh with lots of metal sounds

Overall Condition Grades

Grades are automatically calculated based on your inspection checklist selections.

Grade A+ (Outstanding)

Original base quality of piano sound

Grade A+ (Outstanding)
Grade A+ (Outstanding)
Good Voicing

Appraisal Result

Please select a piano model to see the appraisal result.

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Important Disclaimer

This calculator provides a rough estimate based on general market conditions and common issues. Actual piano values can vary significantly based on specific condition, market demand, location, and other factors. For accurate appraisals, professional inspection is recommended.