Trump hails vaccine progress in first remarks since loss. 'Bridesmaids' star apologizes for not properly vetting charity. 7-foot-1 prospect puts basketball world on notice. Each piano is manufactured with a unique serial number that is recorded for future reference of not only when it was made but also where. Discover your Piano’s Age and Country Of Origin with our 5 Star Accuracy Guide to ensure the quality and reliability of each result. The serial number of your piano can be found stamped somewhere on the frame or soundboard. On Story & Clark grand pianos the number may be found on the key stop rail and/or the soundboard. The number shown here is the last serial number manufactured in that year. Serial numbers for newer Story & Clark grand and upright pianos are not available.

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Pianos have a very large range of sizes and different weights. The key to finding out how much your piano weighs starts by figuring out exactly which type of piano you have. If you know the exact model, you can always look up that information to get the exact weight. In this guide, we breakdown the different types of pianos and how much each of them might weigh.

How much does a piano weigh?

The average vertical or upright piano can weigh anywhere from 200-1000 lbs (91-545 kg). The average baby grand piano can weigh anywhere from 500-600 lbs (227-272 kg). The average professional grand piano can weigh around 700 lbs (317 kg), and a concert grand piano can weigh up to 1200 lbs (544 kg). Use the chart and information below to help you find out how heavy your exact piano might be.

Here is a helpful chart to get a quick sense of how much your piano might weigh.

When measuring the length of grand pianos, you measure from the front of the keyboard with the lid closed to the center of the tail at the back (Longest points with the lids closed).

If you’re not sure which piano you have, scroll further down to check out what each of these kinds of pianos look like and their sizes to determine which one you have.

What Causes A Piano To Be So Heavy?

The combination of thick pieces of lumber, the heavy cast iron plate (sometimes called a harp), and numerous other components make the piano one of the heaviest musical instruments on the market.

The heavyweight of a piano mostly due to the cast iron harp. This component makes up almost 70% of the overall weight of this instrument.

Here is a general breakdown of how much different types of pianos weight so you can get an idea of how much yours might weigh if you’re attempting to move one.

How Much Does a Vertical and Upright Piano Weigh?

Vertical pianos are the typical piano that you might find in your school auditorium or music school. They have flat backs and are square / rectangle in shape. There are 4 types of vertical pianos that vary in size: Spinet Pianos, Console Pianos, Studio Pianos, and Upright Pianos. Vertical pianos are a bit easier to move than grand pianos because they weigh less and don’t require any removal of components.

Here is a general size and weight of these kinds of Vertical (Upright) pianos:

Spinet Piano Weight & Size

Height: 36”-40” (91cm-101 cm)
Weight: 200-400 lbs (91kg-181kg)

Spinet pianos weigh anywhere between 200-400 lbs (91kg-181kg) and are the smallest of the vertical pianos. They are only 36”-40” (91cm-101 cm) in height and can usually be moved from room to room by two strong people.

Console Pianos Weight & Size

Height: 40”-43” (101cm-109cm)
Weight: 350-450 lbs (159kg-204kg)

Console pianos weigh anywhere between 350-450 lbs (159kg-204kg) and are the most popular of the vertical pianos. They are a bit taller than at 40”-43” (101cm-109cm) in height. Two people are usually able to handle a Console as long as there are no stairs or difficult obstacles.

Studio Piano Weight & Size

Height: 44”-48” (111cm-122cm)
Weight: 400-500 lbs (158kg-227kg)

Studio pianos weigh anywhere between 400-500 lbs. They are a bit taller at 44”-48” (111cm-122cm) in height. This type is common in music schools because they’re considered the best compromise between size and tone. A minimum of three people will be needed to move a piano of this size.

Upright Piano Weight & Size

Height: 48”-60” (122cm-152cm)
Weight: 500-1000 lbs (227kg-454 kg)

Upright pianos weigh anywhere between 400-500 lbs (158kg-227kg). They are the tallest of the vertical pianos at 48”-60” (122cm-152cm) in height. Today this term is usually used to refer to the older, tall pianos – Grandma’s piano. They will take four people or more to move one.

The weights of vertical pianos vary based on the exact one you have. The weight variance is due to the size and what type of wood the piano is made of.

Next up we get into the weights and sizes of grand pianos.

How Much Does A Grand Piano Weigh?

Grand pianos vary in size from small grand pianos all the way to concert grand pianos. If you don’t know exactly which kind of grand piano you have, you may want to take out some measuring tape to get a general idea of which type you might have. Once you know exactly which size grand piano you have, you can get a general idea of how much it weighs using the information below.

Note: Grand pianos are measured by the length from the very front of the keyboard to the farthest end of the piano along the spine, with the lid closed.

Here are the different types of grand pianos along with their weights and lengths.

Small / Petite Grand Piano Weight & Size

Length: 4’6” – 5’ (137cm-152cm)
Weight: 400-500 lbs (181kg-227kg)

Small / Petite Grand Pianos weigh anywhere between 400-500 lbs (181kg-227kg). This is the smallest of the horizontal pianos at only 4’6” – 5’ (137cm-152cm) in length. Any grand piano shorter than 5 feet in length is considered a small, petite, or miniature grand piano.

Baby Grand Piano Weight & Size

Length: 5′-5’6″ (152cm-168cm)
Weight: 500-600 lbs (226kg-272kg)

Baby grand pianos weigh anywhere between 500-600 lbs. They are a very popular type of piano at 5′-5’6″ (152cm-168cm) in length. Baby grand pianos are a popular choice for musicians because of their sound quality, aesthetic appeal, and affordability.

Medium Grand Piano Weight & Size

Length: 5’6″-5’9″ (167cm-175cm)
Weight: 500-600 lbs (226kg-272kg)

Medium grand pianos weigh anywhere from 500-600 lbs. They are another popular choice and are about 5’6″-5’9″ (167cm-175cm) in length.

Living Room Grand Piano

Length: 5’10” (177 cm)
Weight: 700 lbs (318kg)

Living room grand pianos weigh about 700 lbs. They range in size from 5 feet 9 inches to 6 feet 1 inch in length.

Professional Grand Piano

Length: 6′ (183cm)
Weight: 700 lbs (318kg)

Professional grand pianos are bigger in size than baby grand pianos and weigh about 700lbs.

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Parlor / Recital Grand Piano

Length: 6’3″-6’9″ (190cm-206cm )
Weight: 750 lbs (318kg)

These ranges in size from 5 feet 9 inches to 6 feet 1 inch. The parlor grand piano is also known as the recital grand piano and they weigh about 750 pounds.

Drawing Room Grand Piano

Length: 6′ 3″ – 6′ 10-1/2″ (193 cm – 211 cm)
Weight: 750 lbs (340kg)

A piano designed for spacious homes smaller recital halls auditoriums and broadcasting recording or professional studios.

Semi Concert or Ballroom Grand Piano

Length: 7’-8’6 (259cm)
Weight: 900 lbs (408kg)

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Semi-concert grand pianos are perfect for medium to large venues. They are utilized by recording studios because they are balanced in power and deliver a fantastic depth of tone without the massive displacement of a full concert grand piano.

Concert Grand Piano

Length: 8′ 11-3/4″ and higher (274 cm)
Weight: 900-1200 lbs (408kg-544kg)

The Concert Grand is the ultimate and finest of any piano manufacturer’s products. They are meant to be used at concerts and large venues.

How Much Does An Electric Piano Weigh?

Electric Pianos or Keyboards weight anywhere from 20-50 lbs. Digital pianos, however, weigh much more. Digital pianos look similar to spinet vertical pianos and weigh anywhere from 100-300lbs.

Should I Attempt To Move A Piano Myself?

Pianos are some of the most difficult items to move into your home. It is not recommended to move a piano yourself. To move a piano, you need special moving equipment that all professional piano movers have.

When hiring movers to move your home, make sure that the movers you choose are specifically trained in moving pianos. Moving a piano isn’t about just wrapping it up and placing it on a dolly.

But, if you are so inclined to move a piano yourself, I would advise searching the internet for some tips or asking a professional company for advice.

References: Piano Weights & Measures: BlueBookOfPianos.com
Image Sources: Vertical Piano’s – AlamoMusic.com, Grand Piano’s – SteinwayNaples.com

Interesting Piano Facts

The Largest Piano In The World – The record for the largest piano ever made is held by Adrian Mann, a piano tuner from New Zealand. It took him 4 years to build the piano and this grandiose instrument weighs 1.4 tonnes and is 5.7 meters long – a tremendous achievement for a guy who was just 25 years old when he finished working on his piano. You can find out more about his story below:

About The Strings – Pianos usually have around 220-230 strings that are made from steel and strung extremely tight in order to produce a sound when being struck by the hammers. Each string usually holds around 168 pounds of tension, making the total tension of most standard pianos around 18-20 tons. However, some of the largest grand pianos hold up to whopping 30 tons of tension! This is truly incredible and exactly what makes piano tuning such a specialist, intricate job that can only be done by a professional.

The Most Expensive Piano – Designed by Canadian manufacturer Heintzman Pianos the most expensive piano is called the Crystal Piano. It is a beautiful instrument played for the first time in front of an audience at the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games by a Chinese pianist Lang Lang. The piano features a gorgeous transparent design. It was later sold at an auction for $3.22 million, making it the most expensive piano in the world.

Interesting Piano Facts From: Normans.co.uk

Piano serial numbers identify the (1) age of your piano, the (2) piano's year of manufacture, as well as (3) the circumstances surrounding the production of your piano, including factory history, manufacturing processes, and company ownership and oversight.

You can look up a free piano serial number history search from this page (see list of manufacturers, below).

Piano Serial Numbers:
Location, location, location...

Piano serial numbers usually have five to seven digits, but may have fewer or more, depending on the manufacturer and age of your piano. Serial numbers may also include a letter as well.

Here are the TOP FIVE places to locate the serial number of your spinet, console, studio, or upright piano:

Serial number locations are found:

1) On the piano’s cast iron plate. After lifting up the lid, look along the top front area of the plate. The serial number may be to the right or the left, or in the middle.
2) Under the opened lid on the ledge, stamped on a little plaque, to the right or to the left.
3) Stamped on the back of the piano; near the top of the wood frame.
4) Printed on one of the hammers, found on either end of the piano (newer or imported pianos).
5) Printed on one the keys - behind the nameboard, inside the piano (newer or imported pianos).

If you cannot find the serial number in any of the locations listed on this page, please watch the video below, to help find more piano serial number locations.

Grand Piano Serial Numbers
Where Are They Found? ...

Here are the TOP FIVE places to locate the serial number of your BABY GRAND or GRAND piano:

(See this link for a detailed picture of where to look)

Note: You may have to remove the (1) music desk first and (2) gently clean out any dust from your piano's plate [using a soft dry cloth + vacuum hose] before you can find these numbers.

Serial number locations are found:

1) On the piano’s cast iron plate, near the tuning pins, as you face the keys. Look to the right or to the left.

2) The Capo d'astro bar. Located on the right, this acts as a 'bridge' to the 'beams' of the cast iron plate.

3) On the piano's soundboard (see link above for a diagram).

4) On a metal plate underneath the piano's top lid, near the strings and soundboard.

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5) Immediate interior [front]: On the back of the [a] keyslip (long wooden ledge, runs along the front/bottom of the piano's keys. The serial number is often hidden and stamped on the other side, facing the keys). On the front of the [b] action frame (after the keyslip is removed), or stamped on [c] one or both of the cheek blocks, viewed to the right and left of the piano's keyboard.

On older pianos, you may find 3-5 screws, underneath the keyslip, that will need to be removed (or, simply lift up, if no screws are present) to view the action frame. The serial number may be stamped on the front of the frame's wooden base, immediately under the keys.

To the right and left of the keys are two end cheek blocks, which are each secured down with a giant bolt or screw, which passes through the piano's keybed, both of which must be removed, to access the interior of the piano (see video, above).

Caution: When unscrewing and removing the cheek blocks, do not mistake the piano's leg screw/bolt, with the cheek block's screw/bolt.

Also, be careful not to drop the cheek blocks once they are removed, which can gouge and permanently damage the piano's case, and the block's delicate condition.

To recap: the piano's serial number may be hidden on the back of the piano'skeyslip (immediately in front of / below the keys), on the action's frontkeyframe, on the cheek blocks (each side), or within the action itself, once removed from the piano.

Scroll down below to find the (1) manufacturer of your piano, and then (2) click on the link to find the serial number.

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