We had Mr Bolduc show our chapter how to install new soundboard, new pinblock, and bridge caps in an upright piano. We did it to a 1920's Hientzman. He is a good teacher, and gave a comprehensive presentation as he actually did it, and compleated the job. It is very time efficient with his techniques. I would like to hear from anyone who currently is performing such rebuilds. 1) Have you found a market for these. in the $10,000 Canadian, $6500 US range. 2) Does cliental hear and understand the difference enough to be contracting such work on uprights. 3) How did starting to do high end full rebuilds change your business, attitudes. Our region does not yet have anyone doing upright or grand soundboards, done locally, as a matter or normal rebuilding practice. We have not evolved to the point where some are quoting all or nothing packages quite so comprehensive. I believe there is room and a market for a comprehensive approach that may be expensive, but may cater to a market. I am hoping some experienced rebuilders would have a few words of wisdom to share about their own experience evolving into this type of work. Did you question if the market would be there, and were you surprised at the result, or did you find it a labor of love, and a very small market. Any questions about the class/procedure welcome. Cheers Dave Renaud _______________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.ca address at http://mail.yahoo.ca
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