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In-home services

In-home piano tuning, voicing, mechanical adjustments, and humidity control

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home piano tuning

We offer a tuner service by certified technicians in most regions of Quebec. Please complete your request online or contact us by phone. Click to complete the form.

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Piano harmonization

When a piano is played frequently or reaches a certain age, the hammers harden, and the sound becomes too bright and uneven. Pianissimo sounds are more difficult to achieve.
It's time to have the hammers voiced. Contact us.

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Mechanical settings

The adjustment of your piano's mechanism influences the instrument's sound. The 88 keys must travel the same distance to ensure sonic uniformity.

If you play frequently, do not hesitate to have the settings checked annually. Contact us.

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Installation of a "Piano Life Saver" humidity control system

Protect your piano from humidity fluctuations with a proven system.

A piano is much more than a piece of furniture; it is a musical instrument with extremely precise settings. Its approximately 9000 parts are particularly sensitive to variations in ambient humidity. However, very few public places or residences offer a constant humidity level of 42%, which is necessary for the optimal performance of any piano.

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The danger of humidity levels

Excessive humidity can slow down the mechanism and eventually cause the keys to stick. High humidity can prematurely rust the strings. Conversely, a central heating system reduces the humidity level to a point that often causes the wood components to contract. This can lead to clicking noises in the mechanism, make it difficult for the piano to stay in tune, and cause the soundboard to crack. Under such conditions, it is impossible for pianos, even the highest quality ones, to maintain a stable tuning and not degrade over time.

By installing an automatic Dampp-Chaser humidity control system, you can provide your piano with a stable and entirely safe environment. This will save you repair and maintenance costs.

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How the Dampp-Chaser System Works for Grand Pianos

How the Dampp-Chaser System Works for Grand Pianos

The Dampp-Chaser system for grand pianos is discreetly installed under the tail, between the beams. It is barely visible, even on a stage piano. The system includes a high-precision humidistat that controls a humidifier and a dehumidifier. The latter requires no maintenance and is installed under the soundboard. It circulates gentle heat that eliminates excess humidity.

The humidifier, also installed under the soundboard, includes a water tank and a completely silent evaporation mechanism. It provides the piano with necessary humidity when the environment becomes too dry. A panel of indicator lights, hidden under the keyboard, indicates that the system is operating normally, that it's time to refill the water tank, or to replace the wicks. The Dampp-Chaser system comes with a pitcher for easy tank refilling.

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How the Dampp-Chaser system for upright pianos works

How the Dampp-Chaser system for upright pianos works

The Dampp-Chaser system for upright pianos works in the same way as the system for grand pianos. The device is installed behind the lower modesty panel, at the bottom of the piano, and remains invisible from the outside. It requires minimal maintenance and provides your piano with an ideal climate, regardless of the temperature, heating system, or air conditioning system.

The Dampp-Chaser system has been proven since 1947, the year it was introduced, in over 300,000 pianos. It is recommended by both technicians and piano manufacturers. It is inexpensive to use and is covered by a five-year warranty. It is one of the simplest and most effective ways to protect your piano.

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