Technical problems and their resolution

Further Clarifications "tinny sound"

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Opening post by Sergio

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I didn't write it, but I also observed that: yes, these three hammers have a slightly dysmorphic tip, but the three strings involved are higher than the adjacent ones even though they have the same diameter. I would also be tempted to try putting a metal shim between the bridge and the string.

Naturally, I am able to tune, stiffen the rotation of the pins (veneer?) and other small restoration repairs.

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Reply 2 by pianoexpert

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Absolutely not. To level the strings, there is a precise tuning hammer tool that restores the so-called "leveling bend". If you can, send me some images.

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Reply 3 by Sergio

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Hello Pianoexpert, could I know a bit more about the tool used to restore the leveling bend? (how it is made, where to find it, etc.)

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Reply 4 by pianoexpert

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Restoring string planarity with this system is a controversial opinion. The tool itself, which can even be homemade, is not enough. An aligner is also needed to check the strings. I would say it is an expert intervention. However, you can easily check instead if the hammers strike the three strings simultaneously. Just lift the hammer lever slightly with a small hook until it contacts the strings. Pluck the three strings and the sound must result in being "stopped" for all three.

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Reply 5 by Sergio

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Thank you for the timely response. I noticed that the hammer does not strike the first string well because by inserting the rubber wedge between the other two, pressing the key produces a sound similar to the one emitted when the damper is not properly lifted. Could this consideration be valid?

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Reply 7 by Sergio

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Well, I obtained improvements by centering the respective hammers. I acted by loosening the screw that fixes them slightly and then delicately regulating them. Is that how it's done? Sometimes I remove the action. However, sometimes I do it without removing it. What is the best system?

For some time now, a key has been bouncing after releasing it. It hits the keyboard lid (only when it is completely open) making an annoying noise. Can I adjust any regulation to avoid this?

Thank you, regards.

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