DA wrote: > Ahhh, could be just a s--t action ratio/balance weight as well..... D'ya think?!?!?! 1994 Baldwin L with a poor set-up? Naahhhh, couldn't be David. My first thought would be to geometry, given that it is every key. Could be pinning, could be some aspect of regulation, but who knows. I'd need more information to go on. Check the action ratio first and see what that says. I like Dale Erwins ratio gauge (made one myself - thanks Dale). It's quick and easy and gives you a nice snapshot of geometry. Given that, I agree with Wim. Ask the client, suggest it feels heavy to you if they ask your opinion, and let them know it can be improved - provided you feel you can make the necessary improvements. If you get started with geometry issues, it will be very involved very quickly in most cases. Best to get a primer before trying to discuss the options intelligently with your client. William R. Monroe > > On Feb 1, 2009, at 11:59 AM, Mark's Piano Service wrote: > >> I have a Baldwin "L". Made in 1994 >> The action at the keys seems very "Heavy". Some keys more than others, >> but from A0-C8 most of the keys are difficult to push. It's as if there >> is something under the keys holding them back. >> Of course, there is not, but I am at a loss here. >> Any suggestions? >> >> Tank you...! >> >> Mark D. Montbriand >> >> Mark's Piano Service >> markspiano at att.net >> > > > >
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