In a message dated 12/1/1999 1:39:36 PM Eastern Standard Time, Michael.Jorgensen@cmich.edu writes: > > Hello, > Pianos do go alittle dead when not used, but I think it's mostly > related > to the hammers. Dust collecting in the string grooves affects tone the way > sugar coating does. I suspect also that shanks warp in various contortions > with humidity changes and that playing the piano keeps the string grooves > moving with the hammers. > -Mike Jorgensen That makes sense. Also, the action itself may atrophy or seize after not moving for some years. I have experienced this on used consoles that come in for regulation/reconditioning. Nothing a little reg. and lube doesn't clear right up. Richard Galassini Cunningham Piano Co. Phila., Pa. 1 (800) 394 1117
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