Hi all - Just a simple question, don't want to set off any long arguments. I'm curious as to the value of timing the sustain of various notes in the bass to get a health reading on the string, the soundboard. I've heard/read somewhere in the past that a 17 second sustain is good. But, I don't remember details--like what note (I'm sure that would make a difference). I've run across a lot of pianos where the sustain is much greater. I have been using A1 as a rule. Anyway, curious as to what the thoughts are on this, and what various folks consider good and what notes they use for the test. Cheers, Clair
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