The University of Montana purchased a Yamaha CF III Disklavier last spring, and as a reaction to the usual backstage abuse (almost more of a concern than what happens with humidity control) they had a box built for protection. They promised to build a room off the backstage area to house two concert grands but, surprise, the funding fell through. So we have this wonderfully insulated box (not much bigger than the piano itself) which sits on the concrete slab which is the foundation of the backstage area. The result is that no heat gets in through the wonderful insulation. I have been reluctant to put a heater of some kind in the box for fear of baking the piano, so would appreciate any advice on specific ways to do that (reply to me or the list as you want). The other alternative as I see it is to replace the "garage door" with a door which would allow the air to circulate in the box. The piano would be protected from damage but not from "mother nature". Thanks, Richard, for opening up the topic, and thanks also for any replies of wisdom. Jeff Stickney, RPT University of Montana jpage@selway.umt.edu
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