Tuning Devices for learning (was Tuning Devices)

[Bernhard Stopper]

Ric,
Yamaha is also interested in selling their electronic tuning devices ;)

recheers

Bernhard

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Richard Brekne" <Richard.Brekne@grieg.uib.no>
To: "Pianotech" <pianotech@ptg.org>
Sent: Sunday, May 30, 2004 10:34 PM
Subject: Re: Tuning Devices for learning (was Tuning Devices)


> Chris Gregg wrote:
> 
> > Richard,
> >                 For someone who can tune aurally, the machine can be 
> > an interesting addition to their tuning arsenal, however I have seen 
> > it time and time again that as soon as a beginner uses the machine, 
> > aural progress stops.  This is the reason that so many machine users 
> > have trouble with the aural section of the tuning exam.  Machine on, 
> > ears off.
> >
> > Chris
> 
> 
> I'd have to simply counter that this reflects on the instructors 
> inability to utilize the ETD as a learning tool more then it reflects on 
> anything else Chris.
> 
> The Japanese at Yamaha teach all their students with the help of the 
> ETD, and produce many fine tuners. I've started off a few with none of 
> the problems you emphasis, and I know of other technicians who teach 
> tuning with the help of ETD's and do not share your experience.
> 
> Sorry Chris. I cant agree with you here.
> 
> Cheers
> RicB
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