This is a multi-part message in MIME format. ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment MessageNewer Bechsteins should have crown, but I'm not so sure that the = really old ones were supposed to have it as well. We need an expert = opinion here, since old pianos are generally full of surprises. I'd like to see the piano too if you have pictures. Calin Tantareanu ---------------------------------------------------- http://calintantareanu.tripod.com ---------------------------------------------------- ----- Original Message -----=20 From: Farrell=20 To: Pianotech=20 Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2004 11:33 PM Subject: Re: Does the soundboard of a Bechstein grand from 1864 have = crowning? Welcome to the Pianotech List! The soundboard should have positive crown - remember to measure = between all ribs. If it does not, replace it. How did the piano sound before being torn apart? Is it straight = strung? Any pictures to share? Terry Farrell ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: https://www.moypiano.com/ptg/pianotech.php/attachments/5f/ae/7a/77/attachment.htm ---------------------- multipart/alternative attachment--
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