Hello CAUT persons, I've been asked to install a [Jaras-style] fallboard lock on the new S&S 'D' at the local university. However, the question of lock position suddenly seems important for a concert instrument. It occurs to me that the lock should be positioned towards the bass end of the keyboard. In the traditional concert positioning, this would: - cause the remaining, attached lock portion to be invisible from the audience; - be out of harm's way (clothes and knees) to the peformer, especially when standing up to address the audience and/or taking bows. Am I thinking clearly on this? What about the down-side? Could non-centered lock placement cause additional ease of entry or more trauma to the fallboard/case in the event of (any) vandalism? TIA for for consensus or additional thoughts. Thanks! Jim Harvey, RPT Greenwood, SC harvey@greenwood.net ________________________ -- someone who's been in the field too long.
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