Vertical Pianos:

Spinet - With its' height of 36 to 38 inches, and an approximate width of 58 inches, spinets are the smallest of the pianos. Given its' size, it is the popular choice of many people who live in limited living spaces, such as apartments. One noted downside of spinets is called "lost motion", which means it has less power and accuracy due to its size and construction.

Console - Slightly larger than the spinet, its' height ranges from 40 to 43 inches and is approximately 58 inches wide. This type of piano comes in various styles and finishes. So if you're particular about your furniture complementing, consoles give you a variety of choices. It's made with a direct action, thus producing more enhanced tones. Studio - This is the kind of piano you see in music schools and music studios. It is 45 to 48 inches in height and has a width of approximately 58 inches. Because of its' larger soundboard and longer strings, it produces good tone quality and is very durable. Upright - This is the tallest among the vertical pianos, with a height ranging from 50 to 60 inches and an approximate width of 58 inches. This is the type of piano your great grandparents or grandparents used to play. When cared for properly, it stands the test of time and maintains its' rich tone.

Horizontal Pianos:
Also known as grand pianos. There are 6 basic types:

Petite Grand - This is the smallest of the horizontal pianos. It ranges in size from 4 feet 5 inches to 4 feet 10 inches, it is indeed small but still powerful.

Baby Grand - A very popular type of piano which ranges in size from 4 feet 11 inches to 5 feet 6 inches. Baby grands is a popular choice because of its' sound quality, aesthetic appeal and affordability.

Medium Grand - Larger than the baby grand at 5 feet and 7 inches.

Parlor Grand - These ranges in size from 5 feet 9 inches to 6 feet 1 inch. The parlor grand piano is also called living room grand piano.

Semi-Concert or Ballroom - Next size up from the Parlor Grand piano, it is approximately 7 feet long.

Concert Grand - At 9 feet, this is the largest of all the grand pianos.
Grand pianos are said to produce finer tones and has the most responsive key action.

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