Disklavier

Greetings all:
 
I have been a member for the last month or so in an attempt to learn the
fundamental benefits of disklavier prior to purchasing one for my
family.  I think that a disklavier with a silent feature would be ideal
for my family as it would allow for silent practice without impinging on
the rest of the family's activities.
 
Are there other issues or features that I should consider or seek out?
 
Also, where would you suggest I look for a good "pre-owned" piano of
this sort?  I am actively looking but have found little success.
 
I have come across a lot of discussion for and against purchasing a
Japanese piano not specifically built for North America.  Is this a real
issue as Yamaha asserts?  Or is it merely a marketing ploy as many other
piano professionals (and sellers of such pianos) claim.
 
Thanks in advance for your comments and suggestions.
 
Kindest Regards,
 
Steve
 
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Steven A. D'Braunstein, Esq.
Law Offices of Steven A. D'Braunstein
One Park Plaza, Suite 600
Irvine, California 92614
Office: 949.833.0800
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