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Work process

We will introduce the process of a typical overhaul repair course.
*Depending on the model and condition of the piano, additions or changes may be made to the work details.

Stringing

Upbreak

A piano is made up of many parts. We will dismantle it into pieces to make each task easier.

frame repaint

The frame of a piano that has been used for many years has become dirty with scratches, chips, dust, dirt, and rust.
After applying appropriate surface treatment, we can restore the item to a new-like condition by applying another coat of gold powder.

Soundboard repainted

Due to long-term changes in temperature and humidity and the environment, the soundboard paint may crack, turn brown, or become sticky due to dirt and other particles.
After peeling off the paint on the soundboard that has deteriorated in this way and performing appropriate restoration work as necessary, it is carefully repainted in several stages with soundboard paint.
*When removing the frame, cracks in the bridge, cracks in the soundboard, or peeling of the soundbar may be discovered, but repairs will be required for a fee.

Bush, pin driving

Along with painting the frame, the pin bushing will be replaced with a new one.
The tuning pins may be a little looser than when new due to the number of tunings, etc., so replace them with pins of an appropriate size and adjust the pin hardness (torque).
Also, by replacing the tuning pin with a new one, the rusted pin will regain its original shine.

Winding wire

The winding is one of the areas where dirt can easily accumulate. When dust accumulates here, the dust attracts moisture, and the moisture causes rust, making it easier to generate noise (gin wire/bon wire).
Replacing it with a new winding will make it look nicer.

Stringing

In order to make the string more beautiful and accurate, and to avoid damaging the frame, strings of a specific number are strung with a specific number of turns without twisting.

Repainting

*Work details may vary depending on the condition of the piano’s exterior, the type of paint, etc.
The process below is an example of a typical repair.

Paint peeling

As paints have improved and developed, various paints have been used in the world of pianos. Among the many paints, there are some that are not compatible with each other.
In that case, the original performance of the paint used can be maximized by removing the original paint.

Spray painting

Painting on a piano requires multiple layers of paint, and techniques are needed to spray the paint evenly even on complex shapes. Our skilled technicians, who have the knowledge of various paint combinations and the ability to spray evenly, create a durable, deep and beautiful paint job.

Grinding

We use a belt sander to achieve smoothness and work speed that would be difficult to achieve with manual grinding.

Polishing

The smooth sanded painted surface is polished step by step using several compounds and buffs.
The final result is a mirror-like reflection, as well as a richer color and deeper finish.
At our company, we achieve both speed and quality by using equipment suitable for each type, including large triple buffs, vertical buffs, and rotary buffs.

Metal polishing

Metal polishing

The most obvious change in a piano that has been used for many years is rust and discoloration of the metal.
By removing rust and polishing using a machine and polishing agent appropriate for the condition, dull metal parts can be restored to their original shine.

Action

Replacement for the bridle tape

This is an important part related to the piano’s repeated playing performance. The tape often breaks due to insect damage or deterioration.
Replace it with a new one to restore the piano’s original functionality.

Hammer replacement

In general, if the string grooves become deep in the hammer felt due to frequent use, filing is the solution. If you repeat filing several times, the hammer will reach its usage limit and you will need to replace it.
If the hammer is misaligned, it may affect the volume and movement of the action, If the position of the hammer is misaligned, it may affect the volume and movement of the action, so be careful about the striking point and angle.

Damper replacement

If the damper of a used piano is severely deteriorated, it may be affected by moth damage, wear, etc.
The damper is an important part that stops the sound of a piano. Renewal will not only improve the appearance but also the usability during performance.

Action cleaning

The interior of the piano is an area that is not often cared for, so years of dust and grime have accumulated on the wood of the action.
Since this is the vital part of a piano, we carefully remove dust and sandpaper any stains on the wood to keep it looking good.

Replacement for the bat cord

Depending on the piano, the butt cord may break over the years.
If the bat cord breaks, the hammer will not return properly, making it difficult to hit repeatedly and affecting the touch, so replace it with one made of a material that is less likely to break.

keyboard

Replacement for the white key-head acrylic

The keyboard parts on the piano are the most frequently touched parts. Of all the parts that make up a piano, this is the part that shows the most usability.
By replacing the top with a new one, you can return to a brand new, pure white keyboard with no scratches.

Bushing cross replacement

If the keyboard bushing cloth becomes worn due to frequency of use or the environment in which it is placed, or if it is eaten by insects, the keyboard may wobble more than necessary, making it uncomfortable to play, or making it difficult to adjust the action and keyboard. This will make it difficult to reflect.
Peel it off cleanly and replace it with a cloth of the appropriate thickness.

Keyboard cleaning

After many years of use, the wood inside the piano has accumulated more dirt than expected.
Remove dust and dirt from the keyboard using abrasive paper, etc.

Buff polishing on the keyboard

By using a rotating buffing machine with an abrasive to further polish away slight scratches on the surface of the keyboard, a beautiful shine can be obtained.

Alignment

Alignment

The touch of the piano is brought out by aligning the internal mechanism of the piano to the dimensions appropriate for that piano.
Repeat seasoning – alignment several times, as new parts are prone to change until they get used to it.

Tuning

Tuning

Adjust the tension of the strings to adjust the pitch of each note one by one.
Newly stretched strings tend to stretch, so you may need to tune the string several times before it settles down.

Shipping alignment

Shipping alignment

Once the line process has been completed, the items stored in the warehouse undergo finishing adjustments again before being shipped.

Tuning at outgoing

The strings that have been tuned in the previous process are carefully tuned again before being shipped.

Cabinet repairing

Here, we thoroughly check for any scratches or unpolished parts that may have occurred during the process, and then polish the item.
Flexible repair capabilities are required to respond to the depth of scratches and various phenomena, and the level of perfection is enhanced by skilled workers with years of experience and the ability to make appropriate judgments.

Outgoing inspection

Outgoing inspection

The inspector in charge will inspect the entire product and determine whether it is good or bad.
In the unlikely event that a defective repair is found, the work will be returned to the relevant worker and inspected again after the correction has been made.