Buying a Used Piano? What to Check in Singapore

Source: Singapore Piano Shop & Music Book Online Shop   Published: 9/30/2026 12:41:26 AM   Clicked: 9

The used piano market has remained active in Singapore in recent years, with affordability being the main draw. However, given the local climate's heat and humidity, careful inspection before purchase matters more than ever.

Buyers should first check the hammers for visible wear or hardening, as this directly affects tone and touch. It's also important to look inside the piano for signs of rust, mould, or insect damage — common indicators of prolonged exposure to humidity. Playing across the full keyboard range is also recommended, to check for sticking keys, tuning stability, and a properly functioning sustain pedal.

Pianoshop.sg suggests bringing along a professional tuner for the inspection, or at minimum asking the seller for recent maintenance records, to avoid ending up with a piano that looks fine on the outside but has suffered internal damage from moisture.