---------- > From: rchayden1@juno.com > To: pianotech@ptg.org > Subject: Re: Tied bass string, will it break? > Date: Friday, October 22, 1999 11:05 AM > > From a tip in the Journal, always tie strings with a new piece one size > larger than the original. For some reason they don't break. This really > works. yes, right according to common sense. > > I also keep the clipped off tails (from putting on new sets of bass > strings) in my tool kit. Between them and a micrometer I can size up and > fit a new piece on easily. I figure there are three sizes you need. #20, 22, 24. In my case #22 was needed for F1. In my experience the bass string likely to break is the first single string, which is f1 or G1 or G#1. which should be #22. > > Also, jerk the string over the bend, (requires bravery and leather > chaps), but less likely to break. I don't like to jerk anything in a piano, when a nudge will do. I don't know what "over the bend " means. > > Also, wind the new piece on a pin in your hand, then pry it back into the > pin in the piano. Don't disturb that old pin much by multiple turns or > it may not hold after you're done. YES!! but botheration!! I suspected the Emerson pins were tapered, but I don't think they are. It turned out 4 half turns and back in and then out 3 to accept the tied string. > > I like the old Emersons uprights. Big tone, well made.> Roger Hayden, RPT Yes, this was (is) massivly over engineered ! ! ! I wish I had a web site and could post a picture or two. ---ric > > >
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