{"product_id":"cranes","title":"Cranes","description":"\u003cp\u003eColour: Cherry Satin\u003cbr\u003eYear: TBC\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cranes is a compact cherry satin upright piano, a well-presented, reliable acoustic instrument ideal for beginners, students, and home players seeking a first acoustic piano with a warmer, more traditional finish than the standard black polyester. Priced at £2495, this example has been assessed and prepared by our team at The Piano Gallery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCranes is a name with a long history in British music retail, though instruments sold under the Cranes name today are manufactured in China. This upright is a practical, honest piano at an accessible entry-level price. Available to purchase online or in person at our Oxfordshire showroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a Cranes piano a good instrument?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCranes has a long history as a British music retailer, though instruments sold under the Cranes name today are manufactured in China. A Cranes-branded upright in good condition is a solid, practical acoustic piano suited to beginners and home players. It is not a premium instrument, but it delivers the genuine acoustic playing experience that matters for learning, and at this price it represents accessible entry into acoustic piano ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a cherry satin finish practical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCherry satin is a warm, reddish-brown wood finish that looks attractive in traditional homes and suits wooden floors and period-style interiors particularly well. It is a more distinctive choice than standard black or mahogany and tends to show wear less than a high-gloss finish. If you want a piano that blends naturally into a warm domestic setting, cherry satin is a very appealing option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to a Yamaha or Kawai compact upright at a similar price?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Yamaha or Kawai from a similar price range is a Japanese-manufactured instrument with a more established global reputation, more precisely regulated action, and typically stronger resale value. The Cranes is a more modest instrument, honestly priced to reflect that. For a buyer whose primary need is a working acoustic piano at an entry-level price, it is a reasonable option. We stock Yamaha and Kawai compact uprights and are happy to let you compare them in our showroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHas this piano been serviced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This instrument has been assessed and prepared by our team at The Piano Gallery and is ready to play. We are transparent about the condition of every piano we sell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long will this piano last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-maintained upright piano like this should give many more years of reliable service for home practice and everyday use. Regular tuning twice yearly and sensible placement away from heat and damp are all that is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cranes","offers":[{"title":"Cherry \/ Satin \/ TBC","offer_id":55251568329086,"sku":"RD193","price":2495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/0335\/1316\/files\/D391C8CF-C9D1-4AD1-8F7E-E470DF7755EC.jpg?v=1741100606","url":"https:\/\/www.thepianogallery.co.uk\/products\/cranes","provider":"The Piano Gallery Online Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}