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How often should my piano be tuned?
The frequency of tuning for any piano may depend on many factors, but a general standard is 2 times per year.
Tuning stability can depend on temperature, humidity, age of piano and quality of piano. Temperature and humidity
may be the main reason for the instability of a stabile pitch.
Tuning the piano twice a year will be a big step in keeping the piano stable and in tune for longer periods of time.
What is a " Pitch Raise " and why does my piano need one?
A pitch raise is a major adjustment of string tension. This is necessary if the piano has drifted
from standard pitch by a large amount. When strings need a large correction in tension, the movement of one string will
effect other strings around it, so a pitch raise is a " pre tuning " to get all the strings and piano tension close to pitch.
A fine tuning will follow a " pitch raise " to make the necessary small adjustments to leave the piano stable and in tune.
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Tuning aurally or with a tuning device?
It is my opinon that the best answer to this question is " yes ". Both methods have their place in
piano tuning. Pitch raises are done very well with tuning devices, and tuning with a device can result in a very fine
tuning also.
When both methods are used, tuning and aurally checking beat rates and piano temperment, a very fine result
can be realized on any size piano.
Please contact me with any of your piano needs or questions.
I would like to help you have the finest instrument possible to meet your musical needs and enjoyment!
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