Used Pianos

Most of the pianos in our Faringdon showroom are used, and that is by design. A quality used piano, properly checked and prepared, is usually the smartest purchase in the piano world: pianos are built to last for generations, so a well cared for instrument from a respected maker offers far more piano for your money than anything new at the same price.

The Piano Gallery has specialised in used pianos since 1980. Every instrument is assessed, regulated and tuned by us before it reaches the showroom floor, so what you play here is what arrives at your home. The range runs from sensible starter uprights around £1,000, through reconditioned Yamaha U1 and U3 uprights, to restored grands by Bechstein, Bluthner and Steinway.

Every used piano comes with our guarantee, free ground floor delivery, a free first tuning, a stool to match and our money back upgrade option, which means what you pay counts towards your next piano if you ever trade up.

Used piano FAQs

Is a used piano reliable?

A properly inspected and prepared one, yes. The risk with used pianos lies in buying unseen from private sellers, not in the instruments themselves. Our guide on whether a second hand piano is reliable explains what makes the difference.

How much does a good used piano cost?

Honest starter uprights begin around £1,000 to £2,500. Reconditioned Yamaha uprights sit around £4,000 to £5,500, and restored German grands typically run from £8,000 upwards. See how much should I spend on a piano for what your money buys at each level.

What should I look for when buying a used piano?

The condition of the action, strings and soundboard, who prepared the instrument, and what stands behind the sale. Or let a specialist do that work: every piano here has already passed those checks. Our guide on should I buy a used piano covers the full checklist.