Estonia, Petrof and Bohemia Grands.

[Astrid]

Hi every one. I am in the process of shopping around for a Grand Piano 6 to 7 feet long. I live in Malta and variety is lacking here. Does anyone own a European Grand Piano like Estonia, Petrof or Bohemia? If so could I have some feedback please since they are not available in Malta. Well, Petrof is but they have no Grands on show.

Also, according to hearsay, which can be a little off sometimes, Asian Pianos are supposed to be brighter and may sound 'sterile' (whatever that means), whereas the Euro ones are more mellow and harmonious. Any comments about this?

[Clavira]

I find Estonia is the best choice. That's up to particular model ofcourse.
They're underestimated and far better than Chinese pianos (not worth looking at). Probably Kawai ( Japanese ) would suit you as well. Bohemia's and Petrof's are made in Czech Republic with German cooperation I think, but that doesn't mean they're good enough.
Sterile means "like a glass", "too bright", "flat" and without "soul".
That's what I know.
Good luck