Mark, You and I have talked about the problem with the agraffes before. I have had limited success with lifting and thicker stringing felt as you suggest. The buzzes still come back. Although, I have started using the lifting on the non speaking side of the agraffe as an important voicing tool. The strings really come to life. I have posted to this list before about lifting the non speaking segment but was totally ignored. It doesn't take a scientific mind to try it. Just someone who knows not to pull the agraffe out of the plate. As I have stated several times the only sure fire method to get rid of the agraffe buzzes is to properly refurbish them. Jim Busby: I have not ignored your post about the methods used to refurbish the agraffes. I have not had time to put it together, as there are some items I need to clarify with my subcontracted labor (a PTG Associate). At least at this point he is now willing to share his methods. Tim Coates
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