[CAUT] Upright tone openings

[Mckeever, James I]

Yes, I imagine these are the reasons.  Actually, I can hear mechanical noise when playing some grands, but not when I play my Rippen with the knee board removed.

But we haven’t talked about tone yet!  Tone quality has to be altered with the woods surrounding the strings absorbing some partials.  Other factors?

Jim McKeever

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They look imposing but can sound too loud at the keyboard because the soundboard is right in front of the player's face; also the mechanical noise was prominent. This wasn't desirable especially in a smallish parlor,
I think Laurence might have the answer here. Upright pianos, from spinets to studios, are most often found in smaller homes and apartments. Not much sound needs to come from these instruments to satisfy the customer.

Just an idea.

Wim


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