REGULATION
The average piano is constructed of about 9.000 parts. Regulating a piano involves the careful adjustment of these parts so each does exactly what it should at exactly the right time. Once a piano is regulated correctly, why is further regulation necessary later? Because felt, cloth, and hammers become worn. Wooden parts warp a little, altering the relationship of one part to another. The stability of tuning and touch is highly dependable on daily and seasonal changes in humidity and temperature.
The right touch, which depends on proper regulation is a considerable part of the satisfaction and pleasure that your piano brings you.
When the action is regulated right and the keys’ weight is properly balanced your performance is more effective. Good speed of playing highly depends on the repetition. The repetition is the ability of the key to repeat the sound with minimal lifting of finger. Grand pianos have full repetitions and give you the ability to play fast. The upright pianos have the regular action, but with right regulation the quicker touch might be achieved. The touch can be made lighter or heavier.
Some usual factory standards might be slightly modified according to the taste and habit of the player. Not all of the piano factories produce instruments that have a good sound and touch. Sometimes we can not afford to buy the piano of our wish. It is my job to make the cheap piano which has not quite a perfect tone and touch to sound the way you would be happy with. |
