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Re: [disklavier] Re: Upgraded Disklavier
2013-02-28 by athomik
athomik
On Feb 27 2013, jthyder wrote:
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>I just want to say that if you want to learn to play a real piano, you need to hear the differences of the instruments you are considering, and not just compare specs on a piece of paper. Although I have always loved Yamaha pianos, I have yet to hear a grand smaller than six feet (of any brand) that had what I consider a satisfactory sound.
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>I've heard Yamaha's C1 and C2, and they just don't cut it, IMHO.
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>If you're prepared to pay full price for a new DGC1ES, look instead for a used DC3A, which has silent mode (I know because that's what I have), or a later six-foot model. A used instrument will let you go bigger for MUCH less than a smaller new piano. And you can use some of the savings to upgrade the controller to a DKC-850, if necessary.
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>It may be harder to find a good used piano, but the savings and the improved sound will almost certainly be worth it. For instance, I paid about US$30,000 for my DC3A in 2000, and heard recently from someone who bought a used one for about $12,000. Add moving it, upgrading it, and even some voicing or other minor repairs, and you still save 50% compared to a new instrument.
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>My two cents.
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>--James
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>--- In disklavier@yahoogroups.com, "FELKER" wrote:
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>> I have a DGT7A, full digital piano, which I bought as a piece of furniture. The area in the great room was perfect for a baby grand, loved piano for dinner parties, and I did not play. It was the perfect instrument at the time. I love it still!!
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>> Well, I started to take lessons and after 4 years I am now wanting to get a "real" piano. Real reason is the amplifier HISS is distracting as I play...
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>> I have Selected the DGC1ES to replace the DGT7a...
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>> Any Comments on the DGC1ES?
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>> I love the silent feature or the DGT7a and the ability to play both Piano and a Sound generated instrument.. e.g. Organ... OR just Organ alone without any piano.
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>> As best I discern.. the DGC1ES will be identical in capabilities to the DGT7a.. just with strings in the cabinet! Is this correct?
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>> I use the Silent feature in the early morning when I am the only one up... perfect time to practice.
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>> THANKS for any and all input!
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