[pianotech] Spinet Repetition Problems

[Joseph Garrett]

I agree! (need to check to Eastern Sky for  emanations I think<G>) I have a
saying: "If the keys aren't right, nothing else can be." It's been my
mantra since the git-go. Has worked for me.<G>
Joe


> [Original Message]
> From: Encore Pianos <encorepianos at metrocast.net>
> To: <joegarrett at earthlink.net>; <pianotech at ptg.org>
> Date: 1/6/2012 3:56:23 PM
> Subject: RE: [pianotech] Spinet Repetition Problems
>
> To add to Joe's comment, if there is a lot of wear (cupping) in the key
> bushings this can further slow the key returning to position and along
with
> it the jack, particularly on softer blows.   This will be more pronounced
> towards the ends of the keyboard, where the keys splay.
>
> Will Truitt
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: pianotech-bounces at ptg.org [mailto:pianotech-bounces at ptg.org] On
Behalf
> Of Joseph Garrett
> Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 6:48 PM
> To: pianotech
> Subject: Re: [pianotech] Spinet Repetition Problems
>
> Martin Cipolla asked: "Spinet piano where the jacks on several keys are
not
> returning quick enough to allow repetition. I suspect the jack pin needs
> lubed. Any suggestions on lubing this part without removing the action. I
> understand removing a spinet action can be troublesome."
>
> Martin,
> The major problem with Spinet regulation/repetition is the fact that most
> need to have the keys back-weighted. The olde saw of "ya gotta have lost
> motion in spinets", is really just bull. No matter how you regulate, etc.
> the jacks will not get back in positon properly until the keys have been
> weighted. I've done several, of late, and most players are suprised at how
> nicely their piano plays after doing this procedure. It takes me about 3-4
> hours to do the job. Well worth it, imo. (cheaper'n buying another
"better"
> piano.<G>
> Regards,
> Joe
>
>
> Joe Garrett, R.P.T.
> Captain of the Tool Police
> Squares R I
>
>