Action noise/piano teacher on the edge of lunacy

Newton Hunt nhunt@jagat.com
Tue, 23 May 2000 08:30:28 -0400


There are a number of sources of such noises and may take a
little time to check them all out.

Glazed knuckles, use a suede brush to brush off the glaze
and raise the nap.
Rocker cushion can be hard, brush also but may have to be
replace eventually
Backrail cloth, vacuum, brush and consider it's quality,
thickness, for replacement
Balance hole for loose fit around hole, shrink with water or
steam
Hammer "rest" felt may be overly hard
Hammer shanks too close to rest cushion
Damper levers could to too close to key end felt, time the
damper
Hammers could be hitting backchecks, evaluate and consider
lowering backchecks
Loose action screws, screw them up (tight).
Wippen support post pin loose, repin for some but minimum
friction
Jack return cushion is too hard, squeeze with needle nose
pliers and regulate
Keyframe may need thorough bedding
Dampers could be overly hard and thumping upon return.
Other parts may need tightening, easing, adjustment or
aligning.

That should keep you busy for a few minutes.

The best diagnostic technique is to isolate each individual
source of noise and check them one at a time.  Also consider
that more than one is contributing to the problem.

Have a nice day all.

		Newton




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