whippen weightlessness (Jun 28, 7:58am)

Newton Hunt nhunt@rci.rutgers.edu
Thu, 04 Jul 1996 00:49:34 -0400


Hi, David,
	I have the care of a 7' Korean made piano with a Renner action.  I have
taken no measurements yet but the kass keys have no lead weights at all.  There
are some weights in the treble end.
	The touch is so-so, uneven and on the light side which pleases the jazz
players at this evpensive seafood restraunt.
	Weighing out this action is not really an option but I would like your
opinion as to the most effecient way of handling this situation.
	How much lead is desirable to remain in a 'normal' inertial range?
	How would 'low' inertia be percieved by a musician?
	Considering the work these springs and strings are doing what would
your forcast be regarding long term longivity?
	This piano is used by name brand players, like Kenny Barron, and the
person in charge of maintenance is concerned about quality.  The owner is
concerned about cost, hence this piano instead of a superior Japanese or
American make.
	I look forward to your replay and seeing you later this month.
		Newton
		nhunt@rci.rutgers.edu




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