>I tune several Aeolian-made verticals, such as Mason & Hamlin, Hallet Davis, >Knabe, etc. One of the major things that gripes me about them all is the >false beats. I have not taken the time to see if the cause is loose bridge >pins, poor notching, or whatever... >John Formsma * Don't waste your time, John. These things should have come with a DNR notice stamped in the plate. It is, indeed, poor notching, loose bridge pins, and more "whatevers" than you can immobilize with all the CA in the world, though that's an intriguing thought. They were built to be slid behind a series of memorable names from the past (the names being more substantial, and less easily slid, than the pianos), to give the appearance of a respectable piano. I never did detect any evidence that they were intended to be serviceable instruments, though, I confess, I never checked out the casters. This seems to be a prime example of the "If they can't afford a decent piano, let's sell them dressed up cheap junk and make a profit." school of thinking. If you step into one, you'll be cleaning up for a long time without seeing any substantial improvement for the money and frustration spent. They are what they are, just be thankful they're not yours. Just my opinion. Ron N
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