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Professional restoration of lacquer and wood – how pianos regain their original brilliance
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The restoration of keyboard instruments is an extremely demanding process that combines a passion for music with advanced knowledge of traditional fine craftsmanship. Every stage of work on the…
Reanimating sound: how string, hammer and damper repair shapes a piano’s tone
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A piano is a complex organism in which thousands of components must work in perfect harmony to create emotion. Over the years, however, instruments lose their brilliance and become…
What truly determines the quality of piano restoration? Secrets of master craftsmen
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Piano restoration is a process far deeper than replacing worn components or improving the appearance of the cabinet. If you play and truly listen to your instrument, you know…
How does grand piano action repair work? A look inside the instrument
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When sitting at a grand piano keyboard, we rarely think about the complex engineering hidden inside the case. Every sound produced is the result of thousands of components working…
The most common damage in upright pianos and grand pianos – how to recognise it and when to react
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A grand piano can sound stable for many years, until suddenly various minor problems begin to appear. The sound loses clarity, the keys offer resistance, the instrument goes out…
Restoration of historic grand pianos – how the spirit of past eras is brought back to life
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The restoration of historic grand pianos is a process that goes far beyond standard instrument repair. Here, you are working with material that carries decades or even centuries of…
Upright or Grand Piano? A comparison of types and sizes – find the perfect instrument for you
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Choosing a personal keyboard instrument is one of the most important decisions in a musician’s life. Before purchasing, it is essential to evaluate the available budget—and the size of…
C. Bechstein – How masterful craftsmanship creates an unforgettable sound
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In the world of pianos, only a few names evoke instant associations with perfection – and one of them is undoubtedly C. Bechstein. If you seek an instrument that…
Bösendorfer – How is the legendary sound that captivates the world created? Discover the secrets of master craftsmanship
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If you have ever heard the sound of a Bösendorfer piano, you know it is unmistakable. It carries a monumental depth, warmth and velvety softness cherished by the world’s…
Piano tuning & maintenance – how often should it be done? [Complete guide]
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An acoustic piano is a complex electromechanical system whose tuning stability depends on the delicate balance of forces acting on the cast-iron frame and wooden soundboard. Maintaining the A-440…
