Nylon guitar strings are known to stretch unevenly and get thinner segments when overstretched. Does steel do this? Might this account for many a wild string? Methinks maybe. Alan R. Barnard Salem, MO -----Original Message----- From: pianotech-bounces@ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces@ptg.org] On Behalf Of Joseph Garrett Sent: Tuesday, July 08, 2003 1:42 PM To: pianotech@ptg.org Subject: Re: A string's treatment Isaac, In regard to your suggestion of raising a Major Third to "condition" the strings for a brighter tone, this may work on Schimmels, that have a low tension scale. However, to raise a Major Third, (above standard pitch), on most pianos, would put the string tension(s) beyond their breaking strength! I don't advise this. Although, the new strings may not break while you are doing this, initially, they certainly would be more prone to break, down the road. Just my thoughts on this. Best Regards, Joe Garrett, RPT, (Oregon) Been There, Didn't Like It, So I'm Here To Stay! [G} _______________________________________________ pianotech list info: https://www.moypiano.com/resources/#archives --- Incoming mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.495 / Virus Database: 294 - Release Date: 6/30/2003 --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.495 / Virus Database: 294 - Release Date: 6/30/2003
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