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.

Chimeway & Daughters Piano

Chimeway & Daughters Piano
"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.
Game	The Sims
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§3,500
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Fun
	Creativity
Size	2x2

Fun: 4
Room: 3
+ Creativity skill

Pianomatic AbsoluteSound Keyboard

Pianomatic AbsoluteSound Keyboard
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.
Game	The Sims: Superstar
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§4,481
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Fun
	Creativity
Size	2x2

Fun: 4
Room: 5
+ Creativity skill

It clearly is a tribute to the famous Yamaha CP-80 electric grand piano, much featured in lots of '80s hit records.

Liebefunkenmann Piano

Liebefunkenmann Piano
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.
Game	The Sims: Livin' Large
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§5,399
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Fun
	Creativity
Size	2x3

Fun: 4
Room: 6
+ Creativity skill

Bachmeier Grand Piano

Bachmeier Grand Piano
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.
Game	The Sims: Hot Date
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§6,199
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Fun
	Creativity
Size	2x3

Fun: 4

Room: 7
+ Creativity skill

If this 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.

The Sims 2

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A Servo tuning a piano.

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" name may be a reference to Bosendorfer, a piano manufacturer, and Disklavier, a line of player pianos manufactured by Yamaha.

Chimeway & Daughters Saloon Piano

Chimeway & Daughters Saloon Piano
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.
Game	The Sims 2
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§3500
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Music and Dance enthusiasm
Size	2x2

+ Creativity skill

Bosenklavier Model B

Bosenklavier Model B
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.
Game	The Sims 2: Bon Voyage
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§4500
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Music and Dance enthusiasm
Size	2x3

+ Creativity skill

The Sims 3

The piano returns in The Sims 3: Late Night as in earlier games, but now appears 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.

Prudence Pennypincher's Portable Piano

Prudence Pennypincher's Portable Piano
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.
Game	The Sims 3: Late Night
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§700
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
Size	2x2

Fun: 2

+ Piano skill

Schnadahupfl Virtuoso Grand Piano

Schnadahupfl Virtuoso Grand Piano
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.
Game	The Sims 3: Late Night
Buyability	Buy mode
Price in game	§5000
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
Size	2x3

Fun: 2

Environment: 8
+ Piano skill

The Sims 4

Pianos return in The Sims 4 and function similarly to previous games. Children can again play the piano.

Tickle My Ivories Grand Piano

Tickle My Ivories Grand Piano
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.
Game	The Sims 4
Buyability	Build mode
Price in game	§1415
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Fun
Size	2x3

Fun: 3

Environment: 3
+ Piano skill

Classical Genius Antique Piano

Classical Genius Antique Piano
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.
Game	The Sims 4
Buyability	Limited
Price in game	§3600
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Fun
Size	2x3

Fun: 3

Inspiring Décor: 6
+ Piano skill
Must be unlocked by reaching level 7 of the entertainer career while in the Music branch.

DigiRAD Keyboard

DigiRAD Keyboard
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.
Game	The Sims 4: City Living
Buyability	Build mode
Price in game	§945
Object type(s)	Instrument
	Skill
	Fun
Size	2x2

Fun: 3

+ Piano skill
+ Singing skill