[pianotech] Replacing dampers on a Steinway Upright

[CHARLES BECKER]

I appreciate all the input and am moving towards the don't fix it if it ain't broke camp.----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Joseph Garrett 
  To: pianotech 
  Sent: Monday, February 07, 2011 1:15 AM
  Subject: [pianotech] Replacing dampers on a Steinway Upright



  Chuck B. asked: " am replacing the damper felts on this turn of the century Steinway vertical piano. Should I just replicate the felts as shown or is there a better felt configuration. I can't tell if this is the original pattern or not. Except for being crusty and worn, they seem to damp well enough. 

  Thanks in advance."

  Chuck,
  It appears to be orginal dampers. (possibly a K-52?<G>) I've always duplicated as close to possible. Problem is, that finding high quality damper felt, like what was originally used, can be a bit difficult, IMO.
  Regards,
  Joe


  Joe Garrett, R.P.T.
  Captain of the Tool Police
  Squares R I

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