Hi Jeff I agree... actually I think both the 178 and the 215 are great instruments. Really nice refreshing alternative to the brashy sound one often hears from asian made pianos. Definitely more a Steinway product then a Kawaii... regardless what you hear from some folks... at least in my book. Cheers RicB I did a half day regulation/voicing on a Boston GP178II yesterday. Very nice piano when I was done. Can't believe anyone wouldn't like it. I have seen the Boston get "loose" and bright. But like any piano in a high use situation, you've got to commit the resources to keep the flanges repinned, actions regulated and hammers replaced as needed. I think the problem we run into though is the "disposable" mentality - not spending enough on the cost of the instrument to warrant spending adequate money on service. Especially true for loan situations. (one concern that our recommended CAUT budget formula can be inaccurate) Tanner
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