Replacement Hammers for a 7'4" Knabe (1914)

[Lance Lafargue]

I used Wally Brooks' Encore (made by Abel) on several old Knabes and liked
them very much.  That's my vote. Out of the box they're so close to what
these older pianos require.  Then you voice a bit as needed.  Judging from
other questionnaires, Abel or Renner.  
Lance Lafargue, RPT
New Orleans Chapter
Covington, LA.
lafargue@iamerica.net

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> From: Scott Rogers <imn2n@MCI2000.com>
> To: pianotech@ptg.org
> Subject: Replacement Hammers for a 7'4" Knabe (1914)
> Date: Thursday, September 25, 1997 5:17 PM
> 
> Hello, 
> I'd appreciate suggestions on what hammers to use for this piano. It is
> going to be put in a rather large
> Cathedral. My guess is that you would want to use hammers without too
much
> attack, but still have 
> excellent projection.
> I plan to use Renner parts for the reps, shanks, etc., but would like
> suggestions for hammers. Would the Premium Blues from Renner be the best
> choice?
> Any feedback from Techs with similar circumstances?
> PS ring time is so long in the church, it is next to impossible to tune
the
> spinet that is in the sanctuary 
> now.
> Thanks, Scott Rogers