About Piano Tuning
"What makes my piano go out of tune?" "Since the piano contains materials such as wood and felt it is subject to change with climatic conditions. Extreme swings from hot to cold, or dry to wet cause its materials to swell and contract, affecting pitch, tone and action response or touch. You can reduce the severity of these effects by placing your piano on a wall away from windows or doors that open frequently. Avoid heating and air conditioning vents, fireplaces and direct sunlight. A piano also goes out of tune due to routine playing of the instrument." "How often should I have my piano tuned?" "Most piano manufacturers recommend that a new piano be tuned four times a year while settling takes place, which is usually within the first year. Once this has occurred a piano should be tuned twice a year. Of course piano owners may receive optimum performance from their piano by having it tuned more frequently. Tuning your piano regularly will help to ensure it’s performance for your lifetime. Ask your technician about regulation and voicing services as well." |
