Dear Liszt, Over the years I have tried to find a way to stop the excessive ringing in Baldwin 243's. I've had several this week and it's on my mind again. Most of the ringing comes from the bass and I have many times replaced the felt and increased the damper follow with minimal effect. I use the bass dampers with the offset backing which allows a longer damper to be installed without the hammer hitting them. I've installed the shorter ones too. I don't know of any supplier who offers anything that is pre-made that works better. Do I have to make 'em? What works. Some of these pianos are really bad. I know that at some point you reach the point of diminishing returns and cannot go too big/long. Help please. Thanks!!! Lance Lafargue, RPT New Orleans Chapter Covington, LA. lafargue@iamerica.net
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