Dampp Chaser and Grand Action

David Love davidlovepianos@earthlink.net
Mon, 25 Aug 2003 23:01:13 -0700


What's is the general recommendation for putting a DC on or near the action
brackets on a grand.  This particular piano has recurring problems with
seizing jacks and sluggish hammer flanges due to high humidity.  I don't
generally prefer putting a heater bar under the pinblock, but I'm tempted
in this situation to mount it on or near the action brackets so that it
might radiate a bit of heat toward the jacks and hammer flanges.  Any
experiences out there.  How low can I go and still get some benefit without
down side potential: 15W, 25W???  The piano will be fitted with a regular
DC system (dehumidification only).  Appreciate any comments.  


David Love
davidlovepianos@earthlink.net




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