How Much Does Piano Tuning Cost in Singapore? (2026)

The short answer: upright piano tuning in Singapore costs S$100 and grand piano tuning costs S$200. Those are the standard rates at Piano Tuning Singapore, and they include the full tuning, a basic health check, and travel islandwide. The only potential extra charge is for a pitch raise — more on that below.

Why Piano Tuning Prices Vary

Not every tuning job is the same. Several factors influence what you may ultimately pay:

• Piano type: Upright and grand pianos have different string lengths, soundboard sizes, and complexity. Grand pianos take longer and require greater precision.
• Piano condition: A piano tuned regularly (every six months) is quicker to tune than one left for several years. A very flat piano needs a pitch raise first.
• Pitch raise requirement: If the overall pitch has dropped significantly below A440 (concert pitch), a rough "pitch raise" pass must be done before fine-tuning. This is an additional charge.
• Tuner experience and equipment: Professional tuners using calibrated electronic devices combined with aural verification typically charge more than hobbyists — but deliver far better, longer-lasting results.

Pitch Raise Cost — What It Is and When You Need It

A pitch raise is a necessary first step when a piano has drifted more than a quarter-tone below A440. This typically happens when a piano hasn't been tuned for two or more years. The pitch raise brings all strings up to approximately the correct pitch; the fine-tuning that follows stabilises everything precisely.

At Piano Tuning Singapore, the pitch raise surcharge is +S$80 for upright pianos and +S$100 for grand pianos. Both the pitch raise and fine-tuning are completed in the same visit wherever possible.

You don't need to guess whether a pitch raise is required — our technician assesses the overall pitch level at the beginning of every appointment and confirms the total cost before proceeding.

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Is Cheaper Always Better?

Piano tuning is a skilled craft. A cheaper tuner who lacks professional equipment or aural training may leave your piano sounding worse than before — or, in serious cases, damage the instrument. Broken strings during over-tensioning, stripped tuning pins from incorrect technique, and uneven unison strings are all real risks with inexperienced tuners.

When evaluating a tuner, look for:

• Published, fixed pricing (no surprises)
• Use of a professional electronic tuning device combined with aural checks
• Clear explanation of what the visit includes
• A follow-up reminder system so you don't forget the next service

How to Budget for Piano Tuning

For a typical upright piano tuned twice per year — the recommended schedule in Singapore — the annual cost is just S$200. That works out to less than S$17 per month to keep your piano sounding its best.

If your piano needs a pitch raise at the first visit (common after a gap of several years), the first-year cost rises to S$280 for an upright. After that, regular twice-yearly tuning keeps it at S$200 per year.

Grand piano owners should budget S$400 per year for twice-yearly tuning, or S$800 per year for quarterly tuning (recommended for instruments used in performance or teaching).

Regular Tuning Prevents Expensive Repairs

A consistently well-tuned piano is also a healthier piano. When a piano is allowed to drop far below A440, the string tension becomes uneven across the soundboard. Over time, this can stress the bridge, soundboard, and plate. Pitch raises themselves put significant stress on strings — and strings that break during a pitch raise cost S$80–S$160 each to replace.

Put simply: the S$100–S$200 tuning fee is the cheapest maintenance investment you can make for your piano. Every year of neglect increases the risk of needing far more costly repairs.

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