@@gegervary I also just started taking lessons a year and a half ago (and had some basic experience from taking lessons for to years when I was 10). At the moment I am a bit afraid of the loudness of the Hoffmann piano, since for now I only have a Digital piano and am afraid my neighbours might complain 😅
@@sabrinae.858 Yes! Going from a digital to acoustic may seem hard at first because keys are usually a lot heavier, but that is not a bad thing per say because it will expose the weaknesses in your technique and gradually help you correct them. I had a digital piano before, and another upright, but this one is by far the heaviest of them all, and I’m not great so I struggled too at first, but now since my purchase in December, I’m already a lot better. Consistency is key, I wish I had the same determination when I was younger hehe. Keep it up! Also make sure that after the first 3 months or so you get a tuning and a regulation. Mine started to sound “off” and some hammers wobbled, but part of the deal was 2 free services to correct those since a piano has to “break in” when it’s new, and it’s important to regulate it properly in the beginning so that it ages well and possibly lasts you a lifetime.
Your observations are spot on. The Hoffman offers more tonal colors to shape the the sound while Yamaha's seem to always have only one tone. Yamahas play piano to forte with only one tone, IMO. Technically they are excellent, but musically they are not.
Thank you for your comment Angelia, the two pianos are roughly the same price. In this case the Hoffman was several thousand cheaper than the Yamaha. www.robertspianos.com/ldetails.php?RP=2180619 www.robertspianos.com/ldetails.php?RP=2180617 The Yamaha sold for over three thousand less.
Are these comparably priced? I think the SE series are the best sounding Yamaha uprights, though I doubt there are that many used ones around and they're aren't that many made. But maybe they are in a higher price range than Hoffmann's 128. These both sound quite nice. I like Hoffmann because Yamahas are ubiquitous in the states where I am, although the Us are much more than the YUs. YU5 is considerably better than YU3 or YU1. Hoffmanns are rare in the states and are part of the Bechstein family.
Thank you for posting this intriguing and informative video, Marcus. It certainly helps in demonstrating the beautiful rich sound of the Hoffman and the Yamaha makes for a very interesting comparison. Do you have any experience of the Irmler Special uprights from Bluthner and how they might compare with the Hoffman in terms of build quality? Regards, David
i just bought the hoffmann t128 and i feel that the keys are not that responsive as compared to some other pianos ive tried like the schimmel. why is that. Ive been playing my whoffmann for a week now amd yesterday i went to a schimmel and yamaha showroom, i feel that those piano keys are much more responsive and lighter. isit because the hoffmann have a much heavier touch?
The fact that you are playing while talking itself shows an outstanding capability.
The Hoffman has more tonal color but the Yamaha in this video probably has one of the most handsome cabinets on the market.
Finally got myself a T128, and very pleased with so far.
I am currently waiting for mine to be delivered on Thursday as well! :)
@@sabrinae.858 Lucky you! Music is the language of the soul. I hope it brings you lots of joy. I’m not that great but learning.
@@gegervary I also just started taking lessons a year and a half ago (and had some basic experience from taking lessons for to years when I was 10). At the moment I am a bit afraid of the loudness of the Hoffmann piano, since for now I only have a Digital piano and am afraid my neighbours might complain 😅
@@gegervary the piano is sooo great!
@@sabrinae.858 Yes! Going from a digital to acoustic may seem hard at first because keys are usually a lot heavier, but that is not a bad thing per say because it will expose the weaknesses in your technique and gradually help you correct them. I had a digital piano before, and another upright, but this one is by far the heaviest of them all, and I’m not great so I struggled too at first, but now since my purchase in December, I’m already a lot better. Consistency is key, I wish I had the same determination when I was younger hehe. Keep it up! Also make sure that after the first 3 months or so you get a tuning and a regulation. Mine started to sound “off” and some hammers wobbled, but part of the deal was 2 free services to correct those since a piano has to “break in” when it’s new, and it’s important to regulate it properly in the beginning so that it ages well and possibly lasts you a lifetime.
I like the W.Hoffmann more than the Yamaha. Much richer sound and a lovely keyaction as I tested in my store...
The Hoffman would be my choice.
Your observations are spot on. The Hoffman offers more tonal colors to shape the the sound while Yamaha's seem to always have only one tone. Yamahas play piano to forte with only one tone, IMO. Technically they are excellent, but musically they are not.
Great video as always
Thank you as always M's. Keep the videos coming! Evan
Hi m this is jon l from my other account, I've seen you're new compositions they're great. Congrats
andantecantabile andantecantabile Thank you very much, Jon.
The Hoffman for me.
Hello sir, the W. Hoffmann sounds amazing. What is the name of the little piece of romantic music you were playing? Thanks in advance for your reply.
Great! Prefer the Hoffman
Sure, agree that Hoffman T128 is nice but it, is $2k more than Yamaha YUS5. YUS5 should compare to V126 at same price.
Thank you for your comment Angelia, the two pianos are roughly the same price. In this case the Hoffman was several thousand cheaper than the Yamaha. www.robertspianos.com/ldetails.php?RP=2180619
www.robertspianos.com/ldetails.php?RP=2180617
The Yamaha sold for over three thousand less.
Are these comparably priced? I think the SE series are the best sounding Yamaha uprights, though I doubt there are that many used ones around and they're aren't that many made. But maybe they are in a higher price range than Hoffmann's 128. These both sound quite nice. I like Hoffmann because Yamahas are ubiquitous in the states where I am, although the Us are much more than the YUs. YU5 is considerably better than YU3 or YU1. Hoffmanns are rare in the states and are part of the Bechstein family.
Good point Benjamin, I (Evan Roberts) am also in the US, in Houston TX to be precise. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and giving your advice. Evan
Do you have a store in Houston?
Thank you for posting this intriguing and informative video, Marcus. It certainly helps in demonstrating the beautiful rich sound of the Hoffman and the Yamaha makes for a very interesting comparison. Do you have any experience of the Irmler Special uprights from Bluthner and how they might compare with the Hoffman in terms of build quality? Regards, David
Thank you so much for your encouragement which means a lot to me. Marcus
i just bought the hoffmann t128 and i feel that the keys are not that responsive as compared to some other pianos ive tried like the schimmel. why is that. Ive been playing my whoffmann for a week now amd yesterday i went to a schimmel and yamaha showroom, i feel that those piano keys are much more responsive and lighter. isit because the hoffmann have a much heavier touch?
Through my headphones,the bass on the Hoffman is a lot richer but quieter.
I like the yamaha better good job robert
Thanks for an excellent video. What series was the Hoffman? Tradition or Professional?
that was a Traditional as it is the 128!!!
Tradition 128 cm upright
I have one T128 W.Hoffmann Piano. Love it! 👍
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Thanks for such a good video
btw how would you compare the Feurich and W Hoffmann pianos? They both look good
I like your piano
Hoffmann any day of the week! Sweeter, heritage.
What song it is?
berceuse by Ilynsky
hoffman: rolls royce. yamaha: fiat
Yamaha sounds better
Hoffman sounds a little bit richer~~~
Hoffmann is better。
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