Rims and such...

[Dave Nereson]

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From: "Farrell" <mfarrel2@tampabay.rr.com>
To: "Pianotech" <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Saturday, April 10, 2004 4:08 AM
Subject: Re: Rims and such...


> > What is the "proper" term for the wooden braces/beams/posts on pianos. I
tend to use several terms because I don't know which is "right", or most
widely accepted in the industry.<<

    Backposts in uprights; beams in grands.  Braces are usually smaller
members, as in lyre braces.
    (David Nereson)

>
> > All woods are naturally resonant. <<  (Del Fandrich)

    Even balsa?  (David Nereson)