FAQ

How often should my piano be tuned?

“Piano manufactures recommend tuning a piano every six months or more often depending on use and demand. Pianos that are tuned often require very little change in over-all tension of the piano. This one fact helps produce solid and stable tunings, and will help prevent the pitch from dropping.”

“If a piano is allowed to stand for long periods of time without tuning, it will go further and further out of tune, and more time and cost will be required to achieve an accurate tuning. Changes in pitch occur in all makes and models of pianos, and environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and longevity of use all have significant roles in your piano going out of tune.” <https://pianonation.com/faq&gt;

Can you tune at pitches other that A440?

Although pianos are usually tuned to A440, I can tune your piano to any pitch you desire.

Can you tune my piano to a different temperament?

Temperament refers to the intervals between each note which makes the piano “in tune” with itself. While most pianos today are tuned to Equal Temperament, some pianists prefer a different sound (for example, for playing early period music). Some of the temperament options I offer are: Pythagorean, Quarter Comma Mean-Tone, and Werkmeister III.

How can I clean my piano?

Never use harsh cleaning products on your piano. The best way a piano owner can clean their instrument is with a soft, microfiber cloth, lightly moistened with clean water.

“Dust and impurities in the environment get into places on a piano—such as the soundboard, strings, frame, and keyboard—that only a technician can reach. When these impurities build up, they have a negative impact on your piano’s function and can shorten the lifespan of your piano’s inner workings.” <https://www.steinway.com/news/features/utilty/service-and-maintenance>

Book now to schedule a full service, deep cleaning for your piano.

What is a piano regulation?

“The more than 7,500 moving parts in your piano must be periodically adjusted to help them synchronize with each other. These adjustments are referred to as regulation. Frequency of play and climate will influence how frequently a piano needs regulation. Regulation adjustments include calibrating travel of keys, distance of hammers to strings, and strength of repetition, as well as adjustments to damper and pedal systems.” <https://www.steinway.com/news/features/utilty/service-and-maintenance&gt;