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Measuring & Troubleshooting Touchweight
Technicians don’t need to be action rebuilders to use touchweight measurements to their advantage. Measuring touchweight is a valuable diagnostic tool that can help you identify larger problems within an action, such as excessive friction or problematic geometry.
Jun 118 min read


From Glossy to Matte: Key Surface Refinishing
Whether you're working with original or re-glued keytops, satinizing a set of keys is quick and easy. This article walks through the step-by-step process for both white and black keys.
May 53 min read


The Powered Voicing Tool by Ben Cross
This new, game-changing voicing tool saves time and effort on tiring voicing jobs.
Apr 242 min read


Manufacturing Refinement: A Historical Overview
By Timothy Balke
This is a two-part series that places the piano in a broader context, examining how innovation, manufacturing, service, materials, and other external forces have shaped, and continue to shape, the industry.
Apr 66 min read


Manufacturing Innovation: A Historical Overview
By Timothy Balke
This is the first of a two-part series that places the piano in a broader context, examining how innovation, manufacturing, service, materials, and other external forces have shaped, and continue to shape, the industry.
Mar 265 min read


Repairing & Rebraiding Grand Action Rails
A cracked action rail will cause loose flange screws, resulting in annoying clicks and inconsistent regulation. Be thorough and check for cracks so you won't have to re-regulate later.
Mar 115 min read


Navigating Google’s New Business Profile Rules: What Piano Technicians Need to Know
Google’s recent changes to Business Profile requirements are especially important to understand for piano technicians whose work is more service-area not storefront based. If your profile isn’t set up correctly, you risk suspension or removal, which can cut off a vital source of new customers.
Feb 253 min read


Understanding Soundboard Crown
The soundboard of a piano is crucial to the character of the piano's sound. To restore the piano's tone, proper crown and downbearing must be present. This article covers two methods that rebuilders employ to do this.
Feb 125 min read
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