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Stuck or damaged keys are common issues that piano owners encounter — and they can be some of the trickiest to fix. Repairing piano keys is sometimes a matter of giving the sticky key a slight wiggle to help everything fall back into place. But you could risk further damaging your piano by trying to mend a key yourself. The best course of action is to work with a professional who can identify and address the root of the problem....

Whether you own a Steinway grand piano or a Yamaha upright, it’s important to take good care of your piano to prevent damage over both the short term and long term. Proper piano storage and use can prevent spills, bumps and scratches, while ongoing piano maintenance can keep your piano in top condition and significantly extend its lifespan. With good piano care, you will enjoy playing your piano for years to come, and can even pass it down to the next generation....

A piano’s action assembly is integral to the instrument’s expressive capability. To a pianist the relationship between touch (how the piano feels) and tone (how the piano sounds) are highly interrelated. Proper regulation of the piano action improves not only the tone of the piano but the ability of the player to achieve a desirable sound. The goal of a properly functioning piano action is to transfer movement from the fingers of the pianist to the piano’s strings as efficiently...

When the damper or sustain pedal is not working properly, it can be extremely distracting and annoying to the pianist. Sometimes the pedal may not lift the dampers enough or various parts of the pedal system can become stuck and cause the notes to sustain longer than intended. Damper pedals can also break and sometimes require replacement. For any piano pedal service, consult a professional technician for a high-quality, lasting repair to your instrument. Repairing, Replacing or Adjusting Piano Pedals A technician...

Grand pianos have always been a symbol of sophistication and class. Crafted with care and precision, a grand piano is both a beautiful and commanding instrument, as well as an elegant addition to any home, performance studio or concert hall. Producing a high-quality grand piano with an exceptional sound takes time and requires an intricate knowledge of the instrument. Some of the best piano manufacturers — like Steinway & Sons, Bösendorfer and Bechstein — have been perfecting the art of...