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- by A440
- 09 Feb 2009, 01:35
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Baffling
- Replies: 34
- Views: 30387
Re: Baffling
It's sometimes a caster, make sure they are all touching the floor- if not chock up. Tap stings down on bridge, but it sounds more like sympathetic vibration- remove case parts one by one. If necessary remove action and strike string with spare hammer sounds crazy but then at least you know. But my ...
- by A440
- 29 Jan 2009, 19:08
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: what make do you recommend ?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 23636
Re: what make do you recommend ?
Yes, set up and ready to play. There's also the Irmler which is under-budget in the same price bracket.
- by A440
- 29 Jan 2009, 18:11
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: what make do you recommend ?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 23636
Re: what make do you recommend ?
There's always the Kemble 173 grand - a softly spoken Yamaha. It is a little over-budget, but well worth it.However, February is also British Piano Month, so there are some special deals available. If you are in Yorkshire, you could play one in Headingley pianos. www.headingley-pianos.co.uk They are...
- by A440
- 15 Dec 2008, 18:27
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: What DOES one do about a rogue trader?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 24993
- by A440
- 15 Dec 2008, 18:24
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: What DOES one do about a rogue trader?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 24993
You're right, naming and shaming is not the way. I was playing devil's advocate a bit. But my point is that a prospective buyer will read posts such as the above and have general suspicion about all dealers because he has been shown a mystery rogue dealer. It's an obvious assumption. Buying a piano ...
- by A440
- 14 Dec 2008, 02:35
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: What DOES one do about a rogue trader?
- Replies: 23
- Views: 24993
I think you should name and shame. Why not say the name of the offending trader? How else are others not going to fall into the same trap? There is nothing wrong with naming a dealer who gives bad service. I think this forum is here to help for exactly this kind of situation. Am I wrong, is it in so...
- by A440
- 04 Dec 2008, 00:16
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Piano Case Refinishing
- Replies: 11
- Views: 13910
As Vernon says, you should use similar timber not a filler/glue try http://www.john-boddy-timber.ltd.uk/news.htm . Cut well back and rebuild then veneer over. Good luck!
- by A440
- 03 Dec 2008, 23:31
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Sauter Sound
- Replies: 17
- Views: 25786
Beautiful sound! Is there also a creaky piano stool in there or is it just me? Good mics can pick up everything! I did a piano sample recording of pianos which we tried to keep as clean as possible and we had problems with hearing fingernails on the keys, clothing rubbing and even breathing of the p...
- by A440
- 22 Nov 2008, 14:39
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Action adjustment
- Replies: 11
- Views: 16315
The left hand pedal (or rather foot pedal) doesn't really make the sound any softer, but rather it gives you the ability to play softer and strike the string as the hammer is brought closer. It is a very common misconception tha applying the left pedal makes the sound quieter. It does not, but rathe...
- by A440
- 03 Nov 2008, 23:44
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: What Do You Get With A New Piano?
- Replies: 32
- Views: 30748
- by A440
- 03 Nov 2008, 23:42
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: What Do You Get With A New Piano?
- Replies: 32
- Views: 30748
Yes, Brian Kemble is still very much at the helm. You should get a postcard (freepost) to send to Kemble which registers the product (they will send you a Kemble teddy bear!). The guarrantee IS with Kemble rather than the dealer and they honour it very well indeed. I would say ask for registration d...
- by A440
- 26 Oct 2008, 13:02
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Old Brinsmead Grand
- Replies: 7
- Views: 10629
- by A440
- 26 Oct 2008, 12:52
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Broadwood Frame Removal .. URGENT help please!
- Replies: 12
- Views: 16210
- by A440
- 14 Oct 2008, 09:26
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: BIGGARS IN GLASGOW
- Replies: 11
- Views: 19507
You made the decisions, you took the money when things were going well now bite the bullet when theres a down turn. :evil:[/quote] You also, more importantly took the money when things were going badly. People who draw a salary out of their business as if it owed them a living are not 'running' a sm...
- by A440
- 14 Oct 2008, 08:05
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: BIGGARS IN GLASGOW
- Replies: 11
- Views: 19507
- by A440
- 13 Oct 2008, 19:32
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Get Your Copy of 'Piano and Keyboard' in The Guardian
- Replies: 31
- Views: 22192
- by A440
- 13 Oct 2008, 10:56
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Get Your Copy of 'Piano and Keyboard' in The Guardian
- Replies: 31
- Views: 22192
- by A440
- 12 Oct 2008, 12:01
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Get Your Copy of 'Piano and Keyboard' in The Guardian
- Replies: 31
- Views: 22192
- by A440
- 12 Oct 2008, 11:25
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Get Your Copy of 'Piano and Keyboard' in The Guardian
- Replies: 31
- Views: 22192
Well the 'Buying Guide' (shouldn't that be selling guide?) was a tribute to in-depth journalism! Apparently they rang the (seemingly independent) Piano Advisory Service who kindly recommended all the pianos sold in the Markson shop. The fact that the PAS is owned and run by Markson is, no doubt, she...
- by A440
- 11 Oct 2008, 10:35
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Get Your Copy of 'Piano and Keyboard' in The Guardian
- Replies: 31
- Views: 22192
Get Your Copy of 'Piano and Keyboard' in The Guardian
Don't Forget! Today's Guardian and tomorrows Observer come with a Piano and Keyboard booklet. As well as a few beginners lessons there's articles about players and playing. Tomorrow's edition promises to have articles about piano building, makers and a (doubtless contentious!) article abut the 'best...
- by A440
- 07 Oct 2008, 09:12
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: I've had my piano tuned !
- Replies: 23
- Views: 23845
- by A440
- 12 Sep 2008, 11:26
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Yamaha B3 Advice
- Replies: 82
- Views: 87938
The main points is that is doesn't change according to humidity, which rises and falls during the day. Over time wood will weaken as well as causing problems along the way. Is re centring a thing of the past? But it isn't the WOOD that's at fault when a piano needs re centering, it's the bushing cl...
- by A440
- 12 Sep 2008, 09:58
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Yamaha B3 Advice
- Replies: 82
- Views: 87938
The abs carbon action is far superior to the wooden action in many ways. Best you read the website of Kawai. Why would you need to repair the plastic? Its near impossible to break. Read the website. It says it's STRONGER than wood (so what) but doesn't mention more durable over time. Most people in...
- by A440
- 12 Sep 2008, 01:38
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: climate
- Replies: 13
- Views: 17437
Hello Ma. As Barrie says you may need a tropicalized piano. I noticed on another thread that the back of your soundboard had been painted. I thought at first this was due to an over zealous decorator, but in fact this is often done to tropicalize a soundboard as it is believed less moisture will ent...
- by A440
- 11 Sep 2008, 12:49
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Yamaha B3 Advice
- Replies: 82
- Views: 87938
I don't understand why carbon action parts are considered desirable on Kawais. Do the champions (sellers) of these pianos REALLY (in real life, forgetting all the profit margins and name-drop plugs on web sites such as this) think wooden action parts can be improved upon? Any tuner with any experien...
- by A440
- 07 Sep 2008, 20:13
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Yamaha B3 Advice
- Replies: 82
- Views: 87938
I would advise buying once and buying right. Change your flute or violin yes, but pianos like staying in one place and are expensive to move. The defining factor about the B series is they have plywood sound boards. The salesman will tell you it is 'laminated to withstand changes in temperature and ...
- by A440
- 17 Jul 2008, 23:37
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Dull bass strings, can i clean them?? please comment!!
- Replies: 6
- Views: 11238
- by A440
- 14 Jul 2008, 12:19
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Zimmermann Z1/Seiller Konsole 122/Sauter 120
- Replies: 18
- Views: 24260
Hi Genaa! The Ragazza in black is a superb instrument and falls well within the budget of most buyers seeking a hand-built german piano. As for the shape of the 'rondo' I think it's understated and timeless. It oozes quality and is a design classic (in my humble...). I think the difference between m...
- by A440
- 08 Jul 2008, 19:43
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Zimmermann Z1/Seiller Konsole 122/Sauter 120
- Replies: 18
- Views: 24260
I think the Sauter is an extraordinary piano. The clarity throughout the range, the balance of bass to treble and complexity of sound put it not only in the top league of pianos but almost in a league of its own. The repetition is also unrivalled- they also look stunning. The masterclass 122 and 130...
- by A440
- 26 Jun 2008, 23:01
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: The Age old question! Kemble or Yamaha!
- Replies: 18
- Views: 23104
An Oxford 12 is old stock, it's all Oxford contemporary nowadays! They have finished making the 12s and now make the profile edge design. If it's a reputable dealer there should be no back-up issues, if they are a Kemble Center of Excellence you also get the 10 year guarrantee- you can locate your n...
- by A440
- 20 Jun 2008, 08:36
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: METRONOME
- Replies: 11
- Views: 14780
GOOD QUESTION!Openwood wrote:I don't know about the effect on the piano but they have bugger all effect on any pianist I know.
Incidentally, are you taking the piss?
MA. CECILIA M. DE MESA could be an anagram...
perhaps,
Academic Emails Me
Academics Maim Eel
Lama Decease Mimic?
I think we should be told
- by A440
- 18 Jun 2008, 12:00
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: FRAMES, VASES
- Replies: 7
- Views: 9785
- by A440
- 17 Jun 2008, 20:36
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: FRAMES, VASES
- Replies: 7
- Views: 9785
Generally with most uprights under 121cm a photo frame of medium size (say wedding or graduation) will have at least a 14% effect (in some cases as high as 18.5%). A smaller photo (cat, dog, tortoise etc) will have between 7%-9%. Any vase will have a 33% effect. This is a constant and does not chang...
- by A440
- 07 May 2008, 12:45
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Completely fed-up with Yam U1
- Replies: 21
- Views: 18175
I've had a few problems with the damper backs catching the rail. On the smaller models the tolerence is too small and if the piano is moved it needs checking. I'm not overfond of the nylon doublescrew adjuster used on the pedal. The 2 big questions are 1. why cant they make it easier to get the bott...
- by A440
- 05 May 2008, 22:05
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Broadwood pianos
- Replies: 14
- Views: 17277
He will need some very good advice. I agree he is a very nice chap with perhaps more knowledge than anyone. But he needs to be backed by good financial thinking. His last venture (lawrence and nash) foundered due to little or no management skills. Perhaps a wealthy and understanding backer is what i...
- by A440
- 04 May 2008, 23:00
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: looking to buy a new upright for about 5500 pounds
- Replies: 30
- Views: 30955
I think Sauter is the best choice in this price range. The build quality is amazing and the clarity of sound is really unlike anything else. They do some incredible art-cased instruments and even their standard shaped uprights have a certain stylish proportion. They are remarkable instruments from a...
- by A440
- 04 May 2008, 15:01
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Completely fed-up with Yam U1
- Replies: 21
- Views: 18175
- by A440
- 01 May 2008, 22:02
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: London International Music Show
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5974
London International Music Show
I hear through the grapevine that the LIMS has been deserted by piano people. Apparently the once packed Piano Hall now has ZERO exhibitors! Anyone got any ideas why this might be? Too expensive? Too Rock n Roll? Bad management? A mixture of all 3? It seems a pity that there is no representation (Ke...
- by A440
- 12 Apr 2008, 12:44
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Yamaha B1 Silent
- Replies: 21
- Views: 23126
Go for the Kemble 121 with silent system. Then you get the Yamaha silent system and a sweet-toned Kemble, best of both worlds. The silent system doesn't make the piano feel different, the set-off is slightly wider whether on or off (to allow room for the bar). If you know what to feel for you can te...
- by A440
- 27 Mar 2008, 23:33
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Kemble vs. Irmler
- Replies: 29
- Views: 24338
As a human and a business man, I get a bigger kick out of the fuzzy feeling. That's kind of the point. You'll never get rich quick with pianos, that's not why we do it. I love pianos and can't get away from the blasted things even if I wanted to! Try retraining in estate agency! That may well make y...
- by A440
- 27 Mar 2008, 01:25
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Humphreys London piano
- Replies: 8
- Views: 13751
- by A440
- 27 Mar 2008, 01:07
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Yamaha B1 Silent
- Replies: 21
- Views: 23126
It is a good piano. Dealers get it non-prepped which brings the price down and puts the onus on the dealer to tech it properly (which it needs!) The only thing is the silent system has no midi or usb connection which means no computer interface which is, I think, generally more useful than the silen...
- by A440
- 27 Mar 2008, 00:56
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Kemble vs. Irmler
- Replies: 29
- Views: 24338
Yes, it's a great piano and you ARE keeping brits in the piano trade (the last remaining factory). As far as all the squabbling of some dealers goes, what a sad state of affairs. It seems rather forgotten that some piano shops want to supply a good piano with on-going service for the future. It's no...
- by A440
- 15 Mar 2008, 19:55
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Baby Grand Waldstein Vs Schumann
- Replies: 6
- Views: 9472
At 152cm the Schumann isn't really a baby grand and is certainly much larger than any upright available (you can get 133cm). There are also advantages to a grand over an upright (repetition, feel, sostinuto pedal and of course good looks!). A massive upright is always a good choice but in reality mo...
- by A440
- 08 Feb 2008, 14:00
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: I have 500 GBP for a piano - what will it buy me?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 23134
- by A440
- 05 Feb 2008, 13:40
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: I have 500 GBP for a piano - what will it buy me?
- Replies: 25
- Views: 23134
You do have to be Very Lucky Indeed to pick something up worth having. I have moved pianos for about 15 years (about 10-12 a week on average). I can count one one hand the amount of real bargains I've seen people buy (people who have paid less than I would for a piano). Over 99 per cent are not wort...
- by A440
- 30 Jan 2008, 01:45
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Recondition or purchase a new piano
- Replies: 5
- Views: 8707
A new piano may well make you happy. However the Danemann seems to please you. The faults sound very minor (the hammer return noise is probably just the hammer rest rail needs tightening- it wouldn't cost anything).At worst you may need some recentering -a regular maintenance job. Get a good tuner i...
- by A440
- 19 Jan 2008, 01:00
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: On-line business against shops
- Replies: 16
- Views: 18529
- by A440
- 19 Jan 2008, 00:53
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Buying a new piano - some advice
- Replies: 13
- Views: 15311
- by A440
- 19 Jan 2008, 00:46
- Forum: Piano Advice
- Topic: Silent piano advice
- Replies: 8
- Views: 11087
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