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Straight, practical answers from our technicians — tuning, regulation, humidity, pitch, and more.
Piano Tuning & Regulation
How often should I have my piano tuned?
Most home pianos need tuning at least twice a year — but the right schedule depends on your piano, your home, and how much it's played.
Read article →What can I do to help keep my piano in tune?
A few simple habits — stable placement, steady climate, and regular service — go a long way toward a tuning that holds.
Read article →If I'm not using my piano, it shouldn't go out of tune — right?
This may be the most misunderstood thing about pianos. Climate — not playing — is the main reason they drift.
Read article →Will there be an additional charge if I haven't tuned in a while?
Sometimes a piano that's drifted far below pitch needs a pitch raise before a fine tuning will hold. Here's how that works.
Read article →What's the difference between tuning and regulating?
Tuning sets the pitch of the strings. Regulation adjusts the thousands of moving parts that make the keys feel right.
Read article →What is piano regulation, and why does my piano need it?
Everyone knows a piano needs tuning. Fewer know that the action itself drifts out of spec — and regulation brings the touch back.
Read article →How Much Does Piano Tuning Cost in Denver?
What a tuning actually costs, when a pitch raise adds to it, and why a regular schedule is the cheapest way to own a piano.
Read article →How Long Does a Piano Tuning Take?
Plan for about an hour to 90 minutes for a standard tuning — longer if your piano needs a pitch raise first.
Read article →Can a Piano Be Tuned After 20 Years?
Almost always, yes. Here's what to expect when bringing a long-neglected piano back to life.
Read article →Buying & Maintaining a Piano
Is it better to repair an old piano or buy a new one?
The honest answer is: it depends. A good older instrument, properly maintained or rebuilt, can easily last another lifetime.
Read article →How do I maintain my piano?
Pianos are mostly wood, and wood hates swings in humidity. Controlling moisture is the key to protecting your instrument in Colorado.
Read article →Colorado's Dry Climate Is Your Piano's Biggest Enemy
More than playing, more than age, it's Colorado's humidity swings that knock your piano out of tune — and can damage it. Here's what's happening inside, and how to protect it.
Read article →Buying a Used Piano in Denver: What to Look For
A used piano can be a wonderful value — or an expensive mistake. Here's how to tell the difference before you buy.
Read article →Need Help With Your Piano?
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