What do you do with an old upright piano?

One way to dispose of an old piano is to donate it. However, the size of your piano and the condition that it is in plays a large role in whether or not an organizations will accept your donation. There are many places that accept piano donations, including: Nonprofit organizations.

Can I put a digital piano on a table?

While you are deciding on a stand to purchase you can simply put the piano on a table or desk surface, but be sure to put padding underneath to protect the surface and add breathable space for the electronics under the piano.

What can I do with an old piano I don’t want?

If you don’t want a piano, it can be a cost to you to dispose of it or to store it. Local people may be willing to take it off your hands or even pick it up. It’s also worth calling your local thrift stores, schools, theaters or youth organizations to see if they would accept a free piano.

Does a digital piano need to be plugged in?

Start by making sure the outlet you are plugging into is in good condition and that you aren’t overloading the outlet by plugging the piano into an outlet that is shared by a number of other electronics. Always turn the digital piano off before you unplug it, and always unplug it when you’re not playing the instrument.

Where should I place my digital piano in my house?

Choose the location of your piano Therefore, choose the location or part of the house or room for the piano. DO NOT place the digital piano in an area where it will be exposed to direct sunlight, water, or moisture. DO NOT put the digital piano directly in an area where you expect a lot of foot traffic.

Can I replace the keys of a piano with an electronic keyboard?

The depth of the keyboard should not extend past the front lip of the piano, and the width of the keyboard should be less than 88 keys. Therefore, it is not practical to replace the keys of the piano with a full size electronic keyboard as it will not fit. Remove the upright piano keys.

Should I get a piano shell for my gig?

When touring and gigging with a piano shell, you can actually save space on stage if you have multiple keyboards. You can easily place a keyboard on top of your stand and have one in the main spot. One thing that was done with my piano shell, with great help from bandmates was adding on to what the piano already had.

How do you attach a keyboard to a wooden frame?

Place the keyboard in the frame and use the level to determine where support is needed. Fill in empty areas with scrap wood or wooden shims until the keyboard is sturdily in place. Run the power chord through the remaining area above and behind the keyboard to the bottom of the piano where it can then be plugged into a nearby outlet.

How do you cut down a piano keyboard?

Press the keys down and use a compact skill saw to cut along the chalk line for the length of the keyboard. Each key should be cut evenly so that the part that is visible on a typical piano can then easily be removed. After all the keys are gone, what remains is the base of the fingerboard and supports.