The Piano Book -

: Offers strategies for negotiating with salespeople and identifying common "sales gimmicks".

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

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: The Piano Book

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

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 : Offers strategies for negotiating with salespeople and

: Evaluates and compares virtually every brand and style of piano sold in the United States.

: 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. Availability by Larry Fine is considered the "bible"

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