Tips for Buying
Your First Musical Instrument!
Here are the instruments that we recommend, seperated by budget!
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Each student is unique, and your teacher might recommend a specific instrument for you. Make sure to double check with your teacher before you buy an instrument.
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Some tips:
- The easiest way to buy an instrument is through Amazon.ca
- You can buy an instrument in person at "Long & Mcquade Music Shop" located at 1801 Walker Rd.
Pianos
Most important things to look for:
1. Weighted or Semi-Weighted Keys
2. Minimum 61 Keys
$300 Range
Alesis Recital 88 Semi-Weighted Key Piano
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$600 Range
Alesis Grand Recital 88 Weighted Key
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$1000 Range
Yamaha Full Size Keyboard (What we use at the Studio)
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Other Brands that are Acceptable:
(If you are considering buying a piano that is not a brand listed below. Consult with your teacher FIRST!
Casio, Alesis, Yamaha, Roland, Korg, Kawai