[pianotech] a Schafer wound string

[David Love]

Just measure the core and wrap of its mate and the appropriate lengths
(hitch to bridge pin on speaking side and hitch to agraffe from which the
speaking length can be calculated.  

Better, or if they are both missing, is to measure the diameter core and
wrap of the notes on either side of the missing string(s) then take the
length measurements for both strings on that particular note, send the data
to the stringmaker and they will calculate what's needed to bridge the gap.
Replace them both to be sure they match anyway.  Carry a micrometer and
designated tape for string length measurement with you at all times--saves
an extra trip.  

David Love
www.davidlovepianos.com


Subject: Re: [pianotech] a Schafer wound string

I contacted Samick and a string is coming, but Jane Jones was unsure as to
the exact scale saying it could be in the archives somewhere.  Thanks!

Bill Schlipf
Bloomington, IL