Beginners Corner

Beginner Articles

These articles were written specifically for technicians in their first two years of piano technology study. This is a great time to start forming good habits that will move you through advancing levels of piano technology.

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Stringing 101

This article demonstrates the basic techniques and process of stringing on a grand jig.

Fantastic Squeaks and Where to Find Them: Part 2 - Buzzes and Rattles

We have already covered "Clicks and Taps" in Part I of this series and will now examine “Buzzes and Rattles.”

How to Set Up Pianoscope (Pro) for the Beginning Technician

In this article, we provide a thorough start-up, set-up guide to Pianoscope for the Beginning Technician.

Fantastic Squeaks and Where to Find Them: Part 1 - Clicks and Taps

The ability to quickly diagnose and address a noise is one of the most essential skills a piano technician can possess.

How to Clean a Piano

There’s no better way to familiarize yourself with the interior of a piano than to start with cleaning.

How to Strip Mute

Inserting temperament strips can take a while at first, but with practice, you'll be able to strip mute the whole piano in under one minute.

Do No Harm: Tuning Edition

Adopting practices that set you up for safe piano maintenance will go a long way toward a productive and successful career.

Mute Rail Removal

This photo essay teaches you how to remove many different types of mute rails on upright pianos.

Do No Harm: Lubrication Edition

There are many lubricants marketed to the piano technology field. Some are safe and helpful, others should be avoided altogether.

Do No Harm: Case Parts Edition

Here are some top Do No Harm practices for protecting case parts that should become habits in your day-to-day life.

Which Way Do I Turn It: A Cheat Sheet

There is a lot to keep track of when learning how to regulate. Use this cheat sheet to help you remember which way to turn a screw!

Adjusting the Practice Pedal

On many uprights, the middle pedal is referred to as the “practice pedal.” This pedal lowers the mute rail felt between the hammers and...

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