[CAUT] hamburg and Ny

[Richard Brekne]

I am by no means the authoritive on the subject, but I do know that 
there is a difference between the thickness of the two soundboards, 
Hamburg uses non lacquered hammers, and that the Hamburg dries their 
boards less then the NY before ribbing.  I understand also (but do not 
know for sure) that the Hamburg indexes its action differently which 
supposedly accounts for why Hamburg actions display more consistent 
geometry (if indeed that is also the case). 

Previously Hamburg used a different combination of ply material for 
their rims, but now both utilize the same, and my understanding is that 
recently Hamburg was required to utilize the same variety of wood for 
their soundboards and ribs.  I can not confirm either of these claims 
for certain either.  I am sure others will provide more information.

Cheers
RicB


    I'd like some input in the differences between NY and Hamburg
    Steinways.   I realize the Hamburg has a lot more hours in building
    compared to the NY.   When I look at the two, I can see the Hamburg
    seems quite a different beast.  Does Hamburg make their plates the
    same as NY...cast?   Would a Hamburg hammer be appropriate for a NY
    piano?   I'm sure it has been tried but what did it sound like?



    Thanks...



    David Ilvedson, RPT

    Pacifica, CA 94044