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.

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.

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.

The hammer manufacturing industry is small, but there are wide variations in the types of hammers available.

This knowledge is versatile and can be applied in various situations from rebuilding to basic troubleshooting.

Each type of glue has its own advantage and place in the piano-making or repair process. Learn which glues to use for what job!

This article will give you a brief history of the American consoles of the past, and a look at what we can expect of them today.

Ronsen Piano Hammer has been supplying pianos with hammers for generations and is now the only American hammer supplier.

Of all the corners of the piano industry, the factory may be one of the least understood pieces of the puzzle.