what's the secret to a perfect tuning?

Imagine you have a guitar that has been sitting in its case for over 6 months. You tune the first string, then the second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth. You immediately return to the first string and find it was pulled out of tune by the work you did on the other strings.

A piano is exactly the same, except you are working with 18-20 tons of tension and over 250 strings. That is why it is critical to raise the piano's pitch before you can do the final fine tuning. If this crucial step is neglected, the piano will still be out of tune after you are finished. Only the carefulest attention to pitch will perfect your tuning, and it is recommended that this be done every 6 months.

Some tuners use all electronic equipment. Modern equipment can assist in tuning, but the ear is the ultimate judge. After 30 years of tuning, I am thoroughly familiar with the instrument's intricacies. My unique combination of traditional experience and sophisticated pitch-raising software will bring out your piano's best.

After 30 years and 30,000 pianos tuned, Pat Roak knows what it takes to make your keys sing! Hear the difference an exceptional tuning can make.

Why Pat? Pricing The Secret Testimonials Free Tuning! Contact Home	what's the secret to a perfect tuning? Imagine you have a guitar that has been sitting in its case for over 6 months. You tune the first string, then the second, third, fourth, fifth, and sixth. You immediately return to the first string and find it was pulled out of tune by the work you did on the other strings. A piano is exactly the same, except you are working with 18-20 tons of tension and over 250 strings. That is why it is critical to raise the piano's pitch before you can do the final fine tuning. If this crucial step is neglected, the piano will still be out of tune after you are finished. Only the carefulest attention to pitch will perfect your tuning, and it is recommended that this be done every 6 months. Some tuners use all electronic equipment. Modern equipment can assist in tuning, but the ear is the ultimate judge. After 30 years of tuning, I am thoroughly familiar with the instrument's intricacies. My unique combination of traditional experience and sophisticated pitch-raising software will bring out your piano's best.
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