laminated ribs

[Steve Ganz]

I have been using Del's laminated ribs for 10 years or so (I am very bad 
at judging time) and am convinced that they are better than any other 
kind.  When I have rebuilt the same kinds of pianos (usually Steinway) 
with different ribs, say copying what was there exactly, copying what 
was there originally and cutting the radius into them, using a different 
wood (spruce) and cutting the curve into them, or using Del's laminated 
ribs, I am most happy with the results I get from the laminated.  Why, I 
can't tell you for sure. From just a guy who is not into math, I am most 
happy when my clients are happy.  I have not had a prblem with any of 
these ribs once they have reached the clients home.
Steve Ganz