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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.
Apr 13, 202411 min read


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.
Apr 13, 20244 min read

How to Clean a Piano
There’s no better way to familiarize yourself with the interior of a piano than to start with cleaning.
Mar 16, 20244 min read


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.
Nov 21, 20233 min read


Replacing Broken Agraffes
Replacing broken agraffes can be a tedious job for even the most seasoned technician, but it’s certainly not the most difficult.
Nov 3, 20235 min read


Confessions of a Misophoniac
All piano technicians can relate to the unique stress of unwanted noises affecting their ability to work efficiently and effectively.
Oct 20, 20235 min read


Hammer Shaping Methods & Tools
Hammer shaping is an essential part of servicing pianos. This article includes several methods of hammer filing.
Oct 10, 20236 min read


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.
Sep 23, 20234 min read
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