The Piano Book Direct

Used copies can often be found for significantly less at Thriftbooks.com . The Piano Book: Buying & Owning a New or Used Piano

: Explains how a piano works, including a technical description of the piano's action and construction. The Piano Book

: A hybrid book/website published twice yearly (Spring and Fall) that provides updated ratings, reviews, and a pricing guide for more than 4,000 acoustic and digital piano models. Used copies can often be found for significantly

by Larry Fine is considered the "bible" of the piano marketplace. It provides a comprehensive guide for both amateur and professional players on how to evaluate, purchase, and maintain acoustic pianos. Key Areas of the Guide by Larry Fine is considered the "bible" of

: The current supplement available at retailers like the Juilliard Store for those needing the latest market trends and list prices. Availability

While the original book is still in print, much of its data on specific new models and pricing is now maintained through its official successor:

is available in paperback from merchants such as Barnes & Noble and Books A Million for approximately $24.95.