Hi,
My first post here.
I own the Kawai US-50 upright for several years now but recently felt that the touch was a tad heavy. Someone suggested a Yamaha G2 grand piano commenting that the touch was much lighter and the tone would be way better than the Kawai.
How true is this statement? Is the Yamaha G2 much better in terms of sound compared to the Kawai US-50? One thing is for sure, I do like the looks of a grand piano compared to the upright and have the space to accomodate one. Also, what is the difference between the G1, G2, G3, G4 and G5 compared to the new C-series of grand pianos?
Any advice from experienced folks and experts would be much appreciated.
Thank you.
Please Help :Upgrading From Kawai US-50 Upright To Yamaha G2
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Gill the Piano
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The touch of a grand is as good as the person regulating it; if you buy one, make sure the shop understands that you want the touch regulated to your requirements if possible. Most good shops will try to accommodate you within reason - as long as you don't take the wotsit! They want your money...they'll try to keep you happy to get hold of it 
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.I am not aware that the touch of a piano can be regulated. Does that mean the touch of any pianos can be regulated to be lighter? Or this only apply to grand pianos? The touch of my Kawai US-50 upright is real heavy compared to other better pianos out there and since I'm considering a used Yamaha G2 grand, I was hoping this thing would not only have a lighter feel but an overall better tone as well. It's difficult to play on a heavy keyboard especially on soft passages or going into diminuendo. I have not auditioned the Yamaha yet but was hoping to get some opinions from folks who had experience with this particular model beforehand(or other Yamaha grands in comparison).
Yes I agree sellers will do whatever they want to sell me some pianos and that is when forums like these can be so invaluable. I guess this is the only place where we can find people who are really passionate about pianos and just talk everything pianos!
Yes I agree sellers will do whatever they want to sell me some pianos and that is when forums like these can be so invaluable. I guess this is the only place where we can find people who are really passionate about pianos and just talk everything pianos!
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robertsilvercoast
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Yamaha G2 Grand
Someone was asking about TOUCH. I have had a G2 for about 8 years, bought second-hand via the Internet. I have never regretted it for one minute. The touch is so RELIABLE. And it is industry-standard, so to speak.
Before that I struggled for years with a 105-year old instrument, and also had to play on all sorts of rubbish pianos in village halls and the like. It is only when I settled down with the reliability and clarity of what I have from the G2 that it seemed to become worthwhile practising so as to learn to play at a higher level. The one disadvantage -- some other pianos may feel more awkward to play as a result!
Yes -- the tone IS bright. It means you hear clearly what you are playing!! But generally tone quality is fine, and the bass is an infinite improvement on anything upright, although not as deep as a bigger grand. I guess that one measures up for the length of a grand by (a) the space available and (b) the length of one's pocket!
Before that I struggled for years with a 105-year old instrument, and also had to play on all sorts of rubbish pianos in village halls and the like. It is only when I settled down with the reliability and clarity of what I have from the G2 that it seemed to become worthwhile practising so as to learn to play at a higher level. The one disadvantage -- some other pianos may feel more awkward to play as a result!
Yes -- the tone IS bright. It means you hear clearly what you are playing!! But generally tone quality is fine, and the bass is an infinite improvement on anything upright, although not as deep as a bigger grand. I guess that one measures up for the length of a grand by (a) the space available and (b) the length of one's pocket!