It has an X under the serial number, that's all I know, and it's vertical. les Ron Nossaman wrote: > >> The C8 speaking length on this one is 2.5 inches. I >> checked a few other pianos in the vicinity, including a S&S >> D, and found 2 inches for no. 13 wire at C8. > ------------------------------------------------------------- >> I don't know if it is just too long a speaking length, or >> too much string angle, or a combination. I only know it >> doesn't work as is. > > >> Any suggestions? >> >> Greg Graham > > It's the speaking length. Changing wire gage, bearing angle, v bar > profile, or anything else besides the speaking length isn't going to > help unless you can come up with a higher test wire from somewhere. If > you're using Roslau, try Mapes IG. It might make just enough > difference. If it doesn't, it might be time to bow to the reality of > the situation and realize that the thing was designed for string > tensions beyond the capabilities of current available stock. > > Les, is your piano an S? > > Ron N >
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