[pianotech] Replacing dampers on a Steinway Upright

[George F Emerson]

Consider the tiny little dampers even on concert grands of 100 or so years 
ago (not to mention square pianos!).  It would appear that damping 
efficiency was not a great priority back then.  Of course, we can 
significantly improve damping efficiency fairly easily, today.  As with any 
design change, consideration must be given to preserving the original design 
vs. improving performance.  I am generally inclined to improve performance 
unless there is a compelling reason to do otherwise.

Frank Emerson