In a message dated 10/29/00 8:28:12 AM Central Standard Time, Richard.Brekne@grieg.uib.no writes: << From the sounds of things something is contacting the strings when they are allowed to really vibrate at full amplitude. I even saw a Petrof come in once that had the damper system regulated such that the lower end of the damper lever was so close to the strings that many of them would actually contact the strings when the key was depressed... lovely regulation stuff. After reading this post, this is what I am suspecting might be the problem. How do you solve it? I would think reducing the swing of the damper rod, and/or actually shaving off some of the damper level wood. Before doing anything drastic, however, I think you should call Alan Vincent at Geneva International 800-533-2388, to explain the problem, and get permission to do any work. . . (snip) Grin... Wim of course doesnt have to deal with these Petrofs... for some strange reason all of the Petrofs that come into his store are in perfect condition and are almost as good as the best of European pianos for a quarter of the price... sorry Wim... couldnt help myself... all in fun... besides... I know why you like them.. they do have a pretty nice overall sound. I know it is in good fun. Actually, I have had some Petrof's come in that have needed some work. But all in all, I have been very happy with the products I am getting. Now, as far as a quarter of the orice is concenred. I wish that was true. :):) Wim
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