[pianotech] Choice of hammers

[William Truitt]

Hi Brian:

 

For years my hammer of choice for uprights has been the Abel Encores, which
can be had from Brooks, Ltd here in the States.  I bench needle them before
hanging, and have used them on Steinway uprights and been very happy.
Brooks also sells the Abel Naturals, which I believe is the Wurzen felt?  I
haven't tried them on uprights yet, but have liked the sound for grands.

 

Will Truitt

 

From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On Behalf
Of Brian Wilson
Sent: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 1:27 AM
To: pianotech at ptg.org
Subject: [pianotech] Choice of hammers

 

Now it is time you ask for advice.
Kawai US-5X upright which I think is 125 cm 49 inches?
The client is me. I am installing new butts and flanges etc.
I want a good hammer and the price is not important to me. Do I fit Renner
with the Wurzen felt or Abel Wurzen or what?
I do prefer a hard (er) hammer and I would prefer to voice down than (no
offence) pour lacquer into the hammer head. 
Unless I get a better option I will order from Germany.
The originals are mahogany core with non impregnated felt.(even though Japan
poured lacquer into some areas in production. been there seen that, do not
want to copy)
Personally the japanese hammers are a little boring (and some Abels are TOO
soft)  and I know I could improve the sound with a better piano, but she who
must be obeyed won't let me .. :-)
Thanks
Brian Wilson
Land of Oz

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