Thanks! I've switched to using a Fuji q4 system after just using a 20 harbor freight gun hooked up to the air compressor. It's nice because it gives you clean, dry air every time. 1.3mm tip with the primer and 1.0 tip with the topcoat.
I'm a new piano tech and have recently found your channel, amazing work! Just curious where you learned the complete restoration techniques, especially like redoing finishes and stuff? That's something I'm interested in maybe doing much later down the road.
I am delighted to come up before bed and find a new video. I’m glad that you renew all brands of piano not just two ir three big names. You make it Fordsble together pianos out in the public. Best part is you not only play it when it’s done you give us Rachmaninov! Watching the whole process is Very calming as you narrate the process. In other words you make an interesting and instructive stuff that is so entertaining. Thanks jaje
For that chord replacement, it looks like you didn't have to re-pin the hammer shank to the flange. Were they connected with that plate piece that can be unscrewed? I've only done one chord replacement, and I opted to replace the flanges. I had to re-pin the whole thing
Most of them have the butt plate and screw that simply unscrews off, no need to repin. But some of them don't. At the point I'd probably replace the flanges too.
Can these be refinished with the poliester paints the factories use these days, or is it too difficult to replicate the needed environment to achieve the factory gloss finish. Lacquer is terrific for workability, but the finish is soft.
@@_RabbitLeader I agree with you. It’s just what everyone wants. I’m hoping the trend will fade away. did you know that Charles Walter is painting their own pianos black? Because they can’t get their old oak stock sold? I wish everyone wanted an oak piano, that way I wouldn’t have to spend an extra 23 hours with it 😂 At the end of the day, the new owner is very happy, and so is my bank account.
A beautiful performance on a happily rejuvenated piano! Our son performs at a five star hotel in their piano bar. The public's musical taste varies, so he plays everything from Bach to Bad Bunny. Movie theme songs are adored- who knew. He'll slip in some Rachmaninoff or Chopin to draw out any classical connoisseurs. They know what it takes to play at this level and are particularly appreciative. So many stories of regret about having abandoned their piano lessons, but I have yet to meet anyone who was sorry they kept playing! Congratulations on the the painstaking work you do to keep these magnificent machines alive and singing.
Astounding amount of detailed work for "not even" a full restoration. I would imagine a complete restoration might entail holding a new name plate in the air and wheeling a new piano under it.
Hi there! That’s normal. Get a buffing rake and either stand on it or clamp it firmly to a table. You’ll need to clean the wheel with the rake periodically.
Wow. I watched this video from beginning to end. As it came apart into more and more pieces, I began to wonder whether it would ever get back together again. I saw the strings come out. I saw the frame come out. Bit by bit every piece was either replaced or renovated and then reassembled tested, adjusted, and finally played. Gosh did it sound good. Thank you so much for sharing the video.
I’ve been refinishing pianos for the last 40 years. I’m always trying to find better solutions, better finishes, faster more consistent techniques for getting that nice brushed patina look. I have a Steinway B ebony I’m redoing, and a Baldwin 5’6” mahogany. I’m using ML Campbell precat for the Baldwin, and Mohawk for the Steinway. I try to find local experts on finishing, but there just isn’t anyone around anymore. You go to the finish supply stores and the ignorance of their products is shocking. I can’t even find spray gun advice for my Binks guns! What is your experience??
Here’s my experience 2 weeks ago: I called a local company and asked for a “regular, nitrocellulose lacquer, not precat” (exact words), “60 sheen, clear” So I got it, the pale has some numbers and letters and says “60 sheen”. I start spraying, and realize it’s not lacquer, but conversion varnish. I have 3/4 of the piano sprayed already. Thankfully I had some fast catalyst I mixed in extra with another coat and hoped and prayed if I sprayed another coat on top it would kick off the first coat. 2 hours of my time wasted. For black, I’m using wurdack currently, but it’s so soft, it’s very difficult to sand. (Not the same company as my experience up above.) I’ve heard Bradley is easy to sand and stays black. I’m going to try that on my next piano. I’ve switched back to Mohawk for my regular lacquer needs- as what I order on their website is exactly what I will get, no chance for a screw up, which I’ve been on the receiving end of many. Cheers
Nice job. I purchased a Kimball Le Petit Baby Grand. This is what I want to do. I have a had time finding replacement henges for the lid. Any idea for a supplier?
What a great video. I just picked up a fairly new Yamaha G3 after being without a piano for almost 20 years. The mechancial aspects of these incredible instruments have always fascinated me. Your video on restoring the M & H was perfect. Thanks so much.
what are the products you use to fill the gaps/chips? I couldn't make out what products they were, but I think they would be really helpful for a woodwind repair I'm doing.
Perfect tone for a home. I bought a Steinway model S 5'1" parlor grand and no matter how many times they tried to rework it, the tone was so bright, it just sounded too crisp for my home. This unit you have done sounds great! Good job Sir!
Not only can you build an entire grand piano from scratch, in less than an hour, but you can also play it like you are possessed. You must be a sorcerer. All kidding aside, this was wonderful to watch !
Hi Jake, it’s been a while since you updated a new video. I check in from time to time. I hope all is fine and realize between business and family your time may be limited. Hope to see a new post one day. Keep well Gif bless
I like watching your professionalism with the piano, playing and also the technology. I have a M&H A from the same time period. I need to rebuild it also. I am a tech, but not at the level that you are. Thanks for your quality videos
There are very few people in the world with this incredible craftsmanship, patience AND the ability to play as well as you do. Meditative to listen and watch you work on these pianos. Excellent video start to finish!!
There are very few people in the world with this incredible craftsmanship, patience AND the ability to play as well as you do. Meditative to listen and watch you work on these pianos. Excellent video start to finish!!
You have got a lot of hours in this restoration dare i even ask how much this would cost if you were to hand the customer a by the hour Labor Cost Ticket? Gheezus Louizhuss
I have some questions what sort of paints do you use? Is Piano paint special in any way to take a deep polish? And what exactly was the infra-red finish remover?
