damper wires hitting string(s)

richard.ucci@att.net richard.ucci@att.net
Mon, 16 Feb 2004 14:05:57 +0000


Joe,

Sounds kind of risky, this is a concert pianist/teacher who hears every little thing. Am I risking screwing up dampers that are doing just fine at the moment?

Rick Ucci/Ucci Piano
> Ucci said: "Can you suggest the proper procedure for eliminating the ringing
> dampers?"
> 
>  Might I suggest a remedy that came from Yamaha. Many times, in shipping, if
> the piano is on it's side for a long time, the damper guide rails will
> shift, a bit, to the bass side. Try loosening all of the Guide rail screws.
> Wedge to the treble and tighten the screws again. I've done this a few times
> and it works, without getting the dampers all out of whack.<G>
> Best Regards,
> Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon)
> Captain, Tool Police
> Squares Are I
> 
> 
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