I’ll Inspect in the First 10 Minutes
Inspections are free and are only charged if the primary reason for the visit is the inspection. More than 98% of the time, we are able to get your piano up and running right away.
If you’ve not tuned in years, I will have a game plan for you.
Tune 4x in the 1st year for brand new pianos, then once every 6 months.
Humidity changes in the room cause the soundboard (big, spruce board that is the piano’s amplifier) to expand and contract. The more this happens, the further the piano drifts from it’s dedicated pitch of A440.
Preparing for Tuning
A semi-quiet environment helps create an optimal tuning experience. You might also want to remove anything (non-piano related) from the piano as Randy will be removing parts of the cabinetry. First time visits range from 1 to 2.5 hours.
“Did a great job fixing an intermittent problem on my Essex. Would recommend A+. Fair pricing also.”
THE “Once-A-Year’ PLATINUM SERVICE
THE “Once-A-Decade’ ULTRA LUXE PACKAGE
new client selection
New Client Standard Tuning & Evaluation
This allows me time to evaluate your piano and come up with an immediate game-plan to begin tuning, cleaning, & pitch raising right away. If we find larger repairs or adjustments that may be needed, we will discuss this at the appointment!
time? 1.5 hours
3 routine options if you’ve tuned within the last few years
Platinum Tuning - should be done once per year if you’ve tuned within the last 24 months
Standard tuning to A440 + keytop cleaning, interior vacuuming, & exterior soaping/waxing
time? 1.5 hrs when? every-other-tuning cost? $316.25 + tax venmo, credit card, check, paypal, cash
Standard Tuning - if you’ve tuned within the last 24 months
Inspection + A440 tuning with pedal, bench, & plate adjustments + song/performance demonstration + emailed appointment reminders
time: 1 hr how often: 6 to 12 month intervals price: $225 + tax venmo, credit card, check, paypal, cash
Ultra Luxe - splurge on a deep, showroom polish
This is more of a “splurge” package where you want your piano’s exterior up to dealership appearances with a deep polishing of everything.
time? 2 visits venmo, credit card, check, paypal, cash
PERFORMANCE
3 OPTIONS IF YOU’D LIKE TO GREATLY IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE & TONE QUALITY
CONCERT prep
(strictly for pianos with newer parts or less than 15 years old)
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Optimized action & tonal adjustments to bring a good playing piano to concert ready! $990
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In the first 10 minutes, I provide a swift but super thorough inspection of the entire piano, checking the pedal function, pitch, tone quality, key & action performance, soundboard condition, bridge condition, string timbre, plate & frame condition, and more.
I have over 20 years of experience to gauge over 12,000 parts functions in a brief time that I can offer you the expertise to take you and your piano in the right direction, whether it means offering you basic service, rebuilding, or budget conscious approaches.
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Most 20th & 21st century pianos are built to be tuned to A440hz, meaning A4 above middle C vibrates 440 times per second.
I tune pianos as close to pitch as possible to help keep beginners hearing the correct pitch as long as possible and keep consistent needed pressure on the soundboard.
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I do what others don’t. I like to ensure your bench legs are tight, the 3 pedals work well, and the frame is tightened. A little extra care goes a long way.
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I always like to finish our tuning service off with a song or two. This allows me to not only check the tuning tone, & performance while the piano is freshly tuned, but to enjoy your piano for myself! lol
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I will keep you and your piano on track with regular emails every 3, 6, or 12 months to keep the instrument healthy ad keep your mind at ease.
MINOR regulation
(recommended when keys play unevenly)
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A series of adjustments and reconditioning will return your poorly playing piano back to excellent standards.
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The parts of the piano you touch the most with your fingers just happens to be the keytops. I have piano-safe cleaners I use to help remove grime, grease, candy, etc. A clean piano is important!
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It’s HUGELY important to keep your parts clean so they move properly. Dust on strings and around tuning pins can expedite corrosion, causes parts to slow or stick, and can ruin the sound quality.
I have equipment and the know-how to properly and carefully keep your piano clean.
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I use piano-safe cleaners on high gloss polyester, satin lacquer, or the various types of varnishes pianos have used over the last 100+ years. Keeping your exterior cleaning not only looks nicer but helps sustain the instrument’s value.
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In the first 10 minutes, I provide a swift but super thorough inspection of the entire piano, checking the pedal function, pitch, tone quality, key & action performance, soundboard condition, bridge condition, string timbre, plate & frame condition, and more.
I have over 20 years of experience to gauge over 12,000 parts functions in a brief time that I can offer you the expertise to take you and your piano in the right direction, whether it means offering you basic service, rebuilding, or budget conscious approaches.
-
Most 20th & 21st century pianos are built to be tuned to A440hz, meaning A4 above middle C vibrates 440 times per second.
I tune pianos as close to pitch as possible to help keep beginners hearing the correct pitch as long as possible and keep consistent needed pressure on the soundboard.
-
I do what others don’t. I like to ensure your bench legs are tight, the 3 pedals work well, and the frame is tightened. A little extra care goes a long way.
-
I always like to finish our tuning service off with a song or two. This allows me to not only check the tuning tone, & performance while the piano is freshly tuned, but to enjoy your piano for myself! lol
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I will keep you and your piano on track with regular emails every 3, 6, or 12 months to keep the instrument healthy ad keep your mind at ease.
ACTION regulation
(recommended if the overall strength of the piano is excellent but the keys play poorly, the tone is harsh, and the tuning is in need of heavy tuning & cleaning)
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In 2 to 3 days time, I will have your piano singing as good, if not better than you remember at its peak.
‍This option is excellent for pianos not in need of restoration or rebuilding but need rehabbing to restore the fun and sound.
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Each key and action part is tended to in order to bring out the maximum potential, optimizing key performance and tonal dynamic range.
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The parts of the piano you touch the most with your fingers just happens to be the keytops. I have piano-safe cleaners I use to help remove grime, grease, candy, etc. A clean piano is important!
-
It’s HUGELY important to keep your parts clean so they move properly. Dust on strings and around tuning pins can expedite corrosion, causes parts to slow or stick, and can ruin the sound quality.
I have equipment and the know-how to properly and carefully keep your piano clean.
-
I use piano-safe cleaners on high gloss polyester, satin lacquer, or the various types of varnishes pianos have used over the last 100+ years. Keeping your exterior cleaning not only looks nicer but helps sustain the instrument’s value.
-
In the first 10 minutes, I provide a swift but super thorough inspection of the entire piano, checking the pedal function, pitch, tone quality, key & action performance, soundboard condition, bridge condition, string timbre, plate & frame condition, and more.
I have over 20 years of experience to gauge over 12,000 parts functions in a brief time that I can offer you the expertise to take you and your piano in the right direction, whether it means offering you basic service, rebuilding, or budget conscious approaches.
-
Most 20th & 21st century pianos are built to be tuned to A440hz, meaning A4 above middle C vibrates 440 times per second.
I tune pianos as close to pitch as possible to help keep beginners hearing the correct pitch as long as possible and keep consistent needed pressure on the soundboard.
-
I do what others don’t. I like to ensure your bench legs are tight, the 3 pedals work well, and the frame is tightened. A little extra care goes a long way.
-
I always like to finish our tuning service off with a song or two. This allows me to not only check the tuning tone, & performance while the piano is freshly tuned, but to enjoy your piano for myself! lol
-
I will keep you and your piano on track with regular emails every 3, 6, or 12 months to keep the instrument healthy ad keep your mind at ease.
