........and rescaling an older small piano like this is just where some of the most improvements can be made!\ Terry Farrell ----- Original Message ----- From: <JIMRPT@aol.com> To: <pianotech@ptg.org> Sent: Sunday, January 26, 2003 11:00 AM Subject: Re: High quality? > > In a message dated 25/01/03 6:22:43 PM, swiftspiano@hotmail.com writes: > > << OK. What I have is a Baldwin Hamilton 5'2" that was built in the 20s. > ........................................... she will be getting the parts at > cost and the > labor will be at a reduced rate and done during my spare time. So, will the > expensive parts make the piano sound better or will it just be a waste of > money? > >> > > Ned; > This thingee seems like it is worth the extra, small, expense of "quality". > The Mapes strings would not be a bad choice though there are more expensive > ("quality") strings out there. If you are going to get into rescaling the > thingee then you might consider the 'alternative' strings. > As for the hammers..... Abel lights or Renner lights would be a good fit and > though they are "quality" hammers they are not out of line with competitor's > product pricing. > Other's mileage will vary but this is my take. > Jim Bryant (FL) > _______________________________________________ > pianotech list info: https://www.moypiano.com/resources/#archives
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