Kent writes; << The unvarnished truth is more difficult than it ought to be, since a letter from the rebuilder claims that the piano is suitable for any of the world's finest concert stages, that the action parts were chosen to perfectly match the piano, etc. So I will have to write a letter saying more or less the opposite, that the piano isn't suitable and the parts don't match. Sigh.<< Well, when you have to shoot, shoot! However, keeping it very simple from the outset can position you to maximum advantage without creating an opening for debate with the rebuilder. I wouldn't say it was unsuitable, the customers have already done that for you. If you go on record as stating that in your opinion, different part selection will cure the problems, you haven't specifically slammed the rebuilder. AFTER the work is done, the piano is hailed as glorious, etc. the chips will fall where they may and the previous rebuilder will have to address the customers, not you, if he wants to defend his work. It may be a difficult spot, but it does look like a great opportunity to hit a home run. Ed Foote RPT www.uk-piano.org/edfoote/ www.uk-piano.org/edfoote/well_tempered_piano.html <A HREF="http://artists.mp3s.com/artists/399/six_degrees_of_tonality.html"> MP3.com: Six Degrees of Tonality</A>
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