regulating my piano
Tue, Mar 30 2010, 5:59PM
Although the standard of my piano playing is not great, I am easily irritated by imperfections in the mechanics of my piano eg a hint of double hitting.
There is a temptation to buy some tools and try some diy regulating.
Advice from anyone who has done this would be welcome.
You should consider purchasing Arthur Reblitz's "Piano Servicing, Tuning and Rebuilding, Second Edition: For the Professional, the Student, and the Hobbyist" for information on the the care and maintenance of the piano. I would add to that, however, a small piece of advice before you proceed with any work on the piano's action: Hire a professional. The mechanism is intricate and manufactured within very small tolerances. Any adjustment made to one part will affect others and even a small miscalculation could render the instrument unplayable or cause subtler problems that may require a costly intervention down the road. You should consult with a certified piano technician before you take any action (no pun intended!) to learn from him (or her) what kind of work, if any, you can safely do on your own .