Winchester Piano Centre

Your piano is a highly specialist purchase, and may be one of the largest investments you ever make. It is important to have as much information as possible at your disposal before making the final decision. At Winchester Piano Centre we are committed to ensuring that the piano you choose is the right one for you, and as an independent company are well placed to give you impartial advice. If you are considering a substantial investment, we can advise on the style and size of piano which will best complement your room.

Overstrung or straight strung ? When you first begin looking for a piano, the words "overstrung" and "straight strung" may mean very little. We always have a selection of both in stock, but recommend that our customers opt for overstrung pianos when their budget permits, particularly those who are already competent pianists.
Straight strung means that the strings all run vertically inside the piano. This type of piano is generally older and therefore less expensive - more suitable for beginners. Around the 1920's pianos began to be manufactured differently - overstrung. This means that the treble and bass strings cross over each other and is generally a sign of a better quality instrument. Even nowadays, pianos are made in much the same way - all modern pianos are overstrung.

Second-Hand Pianos For some people, a family heirloom restored to working order is their preferred choice. Whether you have an old piano you would like restored or would like to buy a reconditioned instrument, we can help.
Many people love to have antiques in their home, and several of our reconditioned instruments fall into this category. We stock pianos of all ages and styles, from the 19th century through to post-war styles. We also offer second-hand modern pianos, so if you prefer an up-to-date look but are on a tight budget, this may be the best choice. Among our most popular models are second-hand Japanese or Korean pianos such as Yamaha and Kawai. These are usually first class instruments and, being only a few years old, are excellent value for money. We try to keep several of these pianos in stock at any time.
Restored pianos start from as little as £495 for a beginner's instrument, up to several thousand for a top quality piano. There are of course many options between these two extremes, so when you have an idea of your budget, come and see us - we'll make sure you get the best for your money.

New Pianos Advantages of buying a brand new piano include guaranteed workmanship and quality, as well as choice of design and finish. We stock a superb range of new upright and grand pianos. If the piano you require is not in stock, we can order it for you, regardless of make, model or finish. A brand new upright piano could be yours for as little as £1695. New baby grands (up to 5' long) start at around £4995, with larger grands costing in the region of £5-25,000.

Of course, if money is no object, the sky's the limit! Manufacturers are constantly developing and refining their models to keep pace with increasing competition, so if nothing but the very latest innovation will do, we can source it for you, direct from the manufacturer at the lowest possible price.

Part Exchange Our part exchange service has proved consistently popular. Whether you wish to upgrade a beginner's piano or have moved house and now have the room for a full-size grand, part exchange can make your ideal piano much more affordable. Whether you bought your original piano from us or not, just give us a call - we'll come and view it and indicate the value which can be set against your preferred replacement.