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Shaffer Pianos currently has one to two openings for a vintage grand or square grand piano. A
careful and thorough restoration to its original sound and beauty will significantly increase the value of
a rare, high-quality grand. The
piano action will be restored; the piano will be restrung with the proper
wire using the correct stringing scale; and the case will be carefully
stripped and a beautiful finish applied. In addition, the soundboard will
be reconditioned or replaced if necessary, the cast iron frame refinished,
and any other repairs that are needed will be included. (Email for more
information.)
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Restoration of a
Vintage Steinway Grand |
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The old, flat soundboard
had numerous cracks. Even if we shimmed and refinished this board,
it would never have had sufficient power or tone. Unfortunately for
the buyer, many dealers save useless soundboards like this one and
resell the piano. |
The original condition (left) and
refinished harp (right)
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Locating the bridge on
the new soundboard. Care is taken to ensure that the location remains
the same. |
Marking the bridge
location holes from the back of the board.
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The new soundboard
clamped into position. After a proper fit all along the board, we use
lots of hide glue, lots of clamps and hardwood dowels to secure the
board in place. |
Lowering the refinished
harp back into the piano.
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Drilling the tuning pin
holes in the new pin block. Note the modified drill press used for
ensuring the correct angle tuning pin hole. |
A brand new Steinway
action is installed
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The fully restored piano is ready to be shipped to the customer |
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