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Both of these pianos look like good instruments for the price. It's always important to have a tech check it out to make sure there aren't any major issues such as soundboard cracks or loose tuning pins, though these problems are rare for instruments that are less than 15 years old. Both Kawai and Yamaha consoles tend to be fairly consistent in their quality. As far as the difference in tone, this is mostly a reasonable preference. I have some customers that prefer one and some that prefer the other. Personally, I prefer Yamahas.

I have some more information on the Yamaha. It's an M26, built in 1985 in Michigan. It's listed for $1300 - does that seem like a good deal? I am going to find a tech to come check it out with me - and then I'll have to find a mover if I like it. It's about 60 miles away.

Thanks for the help, everyone!

Anna

I just wanted to update this post. I bought the Yamaha M26! I think I got a pretty good deal - I had a tech come and check it out, and it's in good shape. I have it in my house now, and while it needs a tuning, it's very playable and I've been having a lot of fun with it! Thanks for the advice, everyone!

Thanks for the update!

We always wonder what our advice/opinions/thoughts will become in the REAL world...after the question has been asked and answered on the Forum...and we don't always hear what happened.

It is great to know that you found piano happiness! Enjoy! I'd say 'Pineapple Rag', 'Solace', and 'Bethena' for starters...wheee!

Thank-you,

Congratulations on your "new-to-you" piano!

Have fun!

Rick

Congrats on the piano!

Thanks for updating the post.