[pianotech] Appraisal

[Norm Barrett]

I remember one case of a new piano breaking strings and tone of the 
deacons asked me why this was happening. I replied, look at the floor 
just behind the "tempo pedal". The carpet at that point was worn through 
all the way, the underlay and the flooring was dug out at least 3/4 
inch. He did understand that meant stomping and pounding.
Norm Barrett

On 7/15/2010 9:42 PM, Joe Wiencek wrote:
> Noah dude,
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> I definitely think the advice given thus far is very good.  Did you 
> happen to notice a trap set right next to the piano?  Usually when 
> that occurs, there are plenty of broken strings.  It may well be the 
> particular pianist is at fault, but there may may be extenuating 
> circumstances that warrant further inquiry.  The sheepish response of 
> the dealer is a bit odd.  One thing begs asking- how many strings do 
> you break as a piano tuner?  And  from the hammer strike, not from 
> tuning the wrong pin.
> It doesn't sound like money in it for you and potentially lots of 
> stress.  But if you play it well, it could be a good learning 
> opportunity, I think.
> Joe
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