Piano

Not to be confused with Piano skill.

For the similar skill, see Creativity (skill).

The piano is a musical instrument that can be played by Sims. It is available as an object in The Sims, The Sims 2, The Sims Life Stories, The Sims Pet Stories, The Sims Castaway Stories, The Sims 3: Late Night, and The Sims 4.

The Sims

The Sims base game has an upright piano available for purchase. The Sims: Livin' Large and The Sims: Hot Date each include a grand piano, and The Sims: Superstar includes a piano-style electronic keyboard. All pianos increase the Sim's fun motive and improve the Sim's creativity skill; as the Sim's creativity skill increases, the quality and difficulty of music played increases as well. Both children and adults can play a piano.

A list of all songs that can be played on the piano can be found here.

If a piano is placed in a restaurant which uses a Gastronomer Restaurant Podium, it will spawn an NPC pianist. Sims cannot play the piano while the pianist is playing it.

List of pianos

Image	Name	Cost	Description	Notes	Size	Pack
	Chimeway & Daughters Piano	§3,500	"The richest Sim is pathetic without the gift of music and one of these pianos." - Arianna Chimeway, President, Chimeway Musical Properties - In this age of ever-increasing creativity, music that Sims make themselves offers the perfect skill learning activity. Make your next party better by entertaining with a Chimeway.	Fun: 4 Room: 3 + Creativity skill	2x2
	Liebefunkenmann Piano	§5,399	Liebefunkenmann takes the traditional grand piano to the next level. The brushless keypad drives, run by a CME24-7 control processor, creates a near perfect, simulated, piano-like experience. Optical hammers and semi-metallic strings never need tuning. Design updated for contemporary tastes.	Fun: 4 Room: 6 + Creativity skill	2x3
	Bachmeier Grand Piano	§6,199	With a look that leaves Sims dumbfounded and a sound that soothes the soul, the Bachmeier Grand Piano turns ordinary into extraordinary. The handcrafted, imitation ivory keys, lightweight carbon-fiber pedals and harmonically balanced hammers and strings make playing a special treat. Perfect for the home conservatory or downtown bistro. Includes matching bench.	Fun: 4 Room: 7 + Creativity skill	2x3
	Pianomatic AbsoluteSound Keyboard	§4,481	No midi sounds here! This electric innovation provides all the sound quality and fullness of an upright at half the space and twice the cost. You'll be happy to sing for your supper as long as you have the Pianomatic AbsoluteSound Keyboard.	Fun: 4 Room: 5 + Creativity skill	2x2

The Sims Bustin' Out

A piano can be found in the dining room of Goth Manor.

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The Sims 2

In The Sims 2, pianos work much as they did in The Sims, except that they will occasionally need to be tuned. Tuning a piano builds Mechanical skill, and Sims with high Mechanical skill will have an easier time tuning a piano. The repairman also tunes pianos.

The Sims 2: University expansion pack adds the "Perform..." option, which allows Sims to play for tips. When this option is used, the piano can be played individually, or together with the bass, guitar and/or drums. Sims performing on a piano will also improve their creativity skill, but not as quickly as if they were just practicing, and will receive larger tips (up to §100 per person per tip) for higher skill. Pianos can be played by Sims from child age onward, though children will not be able to perform for tips.

Each piano in The Sims 2 has a Fun rating of 10. The only difference between the two is that the Bosenklavier Model B has an Environment rating of 6, whereas the Chimeway & Daughters Saloon Piano has a rating of 3. The Bosenklavier Model B may be a reference to Bösendorfer, an Austrian piano manufacturer. Klavier means piano in German.

List of pianos

Image	Name	Cost	Description	Notes	Size	Pack
	Chimeway & Daughters Saloon Piano	§3,500	Chimeway Saloon has been bringing upright, 88-key, creative outlets into Sims' homes for generations. This specific model, The Saloon Piano, harkens back to the days when Sims of the Wild West practiced the art of the quickdraw, and could play the piano so fast that no one could even see their fingers moving.	+ Creativity skill	2x2
	Bosenklavier Model B	§4,500	With the highest quality soundboard, the quickest key action, and richest tone, the Bosenklavier Model B will not disappoint. Endorsed by world-reknown [sic] pianist Sergei Dubinsky, it's certainly good enough for your wedding.	+ Creativity skill	2x3

The Sims 3: Late Night

Pianos return in The Sims 3: Late Night as in earlier games, but now appear as both a grand piano and a portable keyboard. The piano now has its own associated Piano skill. Pianos can no longer be played by child Sims.

If a piano is placed in a lounge, a pianist will be spawned. Sims cannot play the piano while the pianist is on it, but they can tell the pianist to take a break.

List of pianos

Image	Name	Cost	Description	Notes	Size	Pack
	Prudence Pennypincher's Portable Piano	§700	Can't afford the Grand Piano? Start with a Prudence Pennypincher's Portable Piano and work your way up. Play at venues and community lots to earn tips.	Fun: 2 + Piano skill	2x2	&EP03
	Schnadahupfl Virtuoso Grand Piano	§5,000	Hammer on those steel string keys! Wow your friends with the most garish instrument you can buy! Sure to impress all those who see it, the Schnadahupfl Virtuoso Grand Piano is an elegant instrument for tickling the ivories.	Fun: 2 Environment: 8 + Piano skill	2x3	&EP03

The Sims 4

Pianos return in The Sims 4 and function similarly to previous games. The base game pianos resemble grand pianos. City Living includes a keyboard, while Growing Together and Horse Ranch each include an upright piano. Children can once again play the piano.

With City Living installed, Sims can use pianos to raise their Singing skill.

List of pianos

Image	Name	Cost	Description	Notes	Size	Pack
	Tickle My Ivories Grand Piano	§1,415	Learn to play this ebony dream, and control the mood of entire crowds at the touch of its faux-ivory keys. Gain even more attention by hiring a babe to lie across the top, or just do it yourself.	Fun: 3 Environment: 3 + Piano skill + Singing skill	2x3	&BG
	Classical Genius Antique Piano	§3,600	Go down in musical history with a piano as exquisite as you are. This elegant antique has been completely refurbished and re-gilt, so if your talent doesn't sparkle, at least your piano can.	Fun: 3 Inspiring Décor: 6 + Piano skill + Singing skill Must be unlocked by reaching level 7 of the entertainer career while in the Music branch.	2x3	&BG
	DigiRAD Keyboard	§945	For a totally righteous and tuneful voyage, look no further than the DigiRAD Keyboard. Small enough to fit into the most gnarly of spaces and portable so you can rock out anywhere.	Fun: 3 + Piano skill + Singing skill	2x2	&EP03
	Swooning Grand Piano	§3,600	Give your wedding or event the elegance of this grand piano. Effortless in its design, this grand piano is perfect for those events that evoke romance with its laced lid and a natural touch with a bouquet that complements your décor.	Fun: 3 + Piano skill + Singing skill	2x3	&GP11
	San Sequoia Classic Upright Piano	§1,300	For years, San Sequoia was known for producing some of the finest upright pianos along the coast. This classic upright piano came in a variety of colors and can be found in many homes and businesses around the area. Today, local artists have taken to painting them and reselling for charitable profits. They're just another little piece of Bay Area history.	Fun: 3 Inspiring Décor: 3 + Piano skill + Singing skill	2x2	&EP13
	Chestnut Saloon Upright Piano	§1,300	It's guaranteed that this piano played some good tunes in its day and is ready to be enjoyed for many more years to come. Some say that this piano was once a part of the town's old saloon before it became the nectar bar.	Fun: 3 + Piano skill + Singing skill	2x2	&EP14