Thanks list for your comments and input. My initial thought was that every 2 years would be the norm taking into consideration the amount of play. Fortunately the hammers are still resilient and produce a beautiful tonal quality. The faculty loves what the instrument has become since new hammers and high-end voicing/regulating, etc. I've suggested less play for this particular piano, but I believe in vain. We have a twin sister "D" in our major concert hall that gets played maybe 1/4 the time. This piano still has the factory hammers and aren't really worn (manufactured 1982). I've been preparing them (their budget planning) for keybushing (last time I installed highest quality leather) and shanks/hammers. I'll probably do this next summer. I'm also pitching for new backchecks as well. Balance rail holes still in great shape but will suggest that in a couple more years as well. Thanks again...it's nice to be in the presence of professionals. Dave Swartz, RPT dms2000@majesticpiano.com Northwestern College, Roseville, MN
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