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Before You Buy a Used Piano...
Spend 15 minutes here before you spend hundreds—or thousands—out there.
Learn how to confidently inspect a used piano in about 15 minutes—even if you know nothing about pianos.
Video guide • Printable inspection workbook • Simple scoring system
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You're Not Just Buying a Piano.
You're buying the possibility of music filling your home.
Maybe your child has just started lessons.
Maybe you've always wanted an upright in the living room.
Or maybe you're finally getting back into playing after years away.
The last thing you want is to spend your weekend hauling home an 800-pound piano only to discover you've bought an expensive piece of furniture that only looks like a piano.
That's where this guide comes in. It gives you a simple way to decide whether to buy it—or walk away.
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Why You Can Trust This Guide
Before my music career became full-time, I worked as a piano technician.
For years, friends and family would send me Facebook Marketplace and Craigslist listings asking,
"Should I buy this?"
Unfortunately, that's one question I couldn't answer from photos alone.
To know whether a piano is worth buying, you have to inspect it in person.
So I created the same inspection system I wished I could hand every friend before they went to look at a used piano.
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Everything You Need to Inspect a Used Piano
🎥 Guided Inspection Video
A short, step-by-step video showing you exactly what to look for—and what you can safely ignore.
I'll show you exactly which parts matter—and which ones don't—before you decide whether to buy.
📋 Printable Inspection Workbook
Print it before you leave home and simply work through each step while you're inspecting the piano.
No memorizing.
No guessing.
No second-guessing yourself.
✅ Simple Scoring System
Once you've finished the inspection, total your score to quickly determine whether the piano is in:
🟢 Great — Buy with confidence.
🟢 Good — Likely worth it.
🟠 Fair — Proceed carefully.
🔴 Poor — Probably walk away.
Along with recommendations for how to proceed.
🚚 Confidence Before Moving Day
Perhaps the most valuable part of all.
Know whether the piano is worth bringing home before you borrow a truck, recruit a few friends, and spend an entire Saturday moving 800 pounds of furniture.
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From Doubt to Confidence
"I always wanted an upright—not just because I like to play, but because I wanted music in our home. If there's a piano here, that all becomes possible.
My biggest fear was hauling home a heavy piece of junk that couldn't be tuned.
Aaron's guide was perfect. Exactly what I needed."
—Rod B.
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Is This Guide Right for You?
This guide is a great fit if...
✓ You're buying a used upright piano from Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist.
✓ You're considering a free piano from a friend or family member.
✓ You don't know much about pianos but want to avoid an expensive mistake.
✓ You'd like confidence before paying movers or renting a truck.
This guide is not for you if...
✗ You're buying a brand-new piano from a dealer.
✗ You're purchasing a grand piano.
✗ You're already an experienced piano technician.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What if I know absolutely nothing about pianos?
Perfect. That's exactly who this guide was made for. I'll show you what to look for, what to ignore, and how to make an informed decision without needing years of piano experience.
How long does the inspection take?
About 15 minutes. Bring the printable workbook with you, follow the video, and score the piano as you go.
Will this work on any upright piano?
Yes. The inspection process works for the vast majority of used upright pianos you'll find on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, estate sales, or from friends and family.
Does this replace hiring a piano technician?
No.
If you're buying an expensive piano, I still recommend hiring a technician.
But if you're looking at a free piano or an inexpensive used piano, hiring a technician often costs a significant percentage of the piano's value. This guide helps you decide whether the piano is even worth pursuing before spending money on an inspection.
What happens after I buy?
You'll receive immediate access to:
• the inspection video
• the printable workbook
• the scoring guide
You can watch it as many times as you'd like.
What if I decide not to buy the piano?
Then the guide probably just saved you hundreds—or thousands—of dollars.
Sometimes the best purchase is the one you don't make.
Why is this only $29?
Because I made it to solve a problem I'd been helping friends with for years.
If this guide helps you avoid buying one bad piano, it'll likely pay for itself many times over.
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Ready to Inspect Your Next Piano?
Spend 15 minutes here before you spend hundreds—or thousands—out there.
For just $29, you'll receive immediate access to:
✓ Guided inspection video
✓ Printable inspection workbook
✓ Simple scoring system
✓ Lifetime access