David Hayes
Piano String Splicing: When, Why & How Technicians Use It
Piano string splicing lets you complete a professional repair in minutes without waiting for replacement strings. Here's when to use...
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Is Piano Tuning a Good Career? Here's What It's Really Like
Wondering if piano tuning is a good career? Learn what piano technicians really do, income potential, career flexibility, and why...
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How to Become a Piano Technician (Complete 2026 Guide)
Becoming a piano technician typically takes one to three years of consistent study and hands-on practice, with mastery continuing throughout...
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Upright Piano Damper Regulation: Tools, Timing & Spoon Bending
Learn the tools, techniques, and troubleshooting methods professional piano technicians use to regulate upright dampers for quiet, consistent performance.
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Piano Hammer Surfacing: How to Reshape Hammers for Better Tone
Hammer Surfacing Piano Hammers: Why It Matters Restore tone, improve performance, and extend hammer life without replacing the hammer set....
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How to Repair a Broken Grand Piano Hammer Shank
A broken grand piano hammer shank can often be repaired without replacing the entire hammer assembly. In many cases, technicians...
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