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Available Services

Before Proceeding Please Note: Some appointments may be subject to a travel fee depending on the distance from my area to the appointment location. Appointments located more than 50 miles away are subject to a travel fee of $0.75 per mile for each mile beyond my 50-mile service radius.

Basic Services (Make it sound better)

Basic Tuning

The basic tuning ensures your piano sounds its best by adjusting the tension of the strings to bring each note to its correct pitch. Starting at $140, this service includes:

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- Precise Tuning: Tuning your piano to A440 standard pitch (or customized pitch upon request) for optimal sound quality.


- Basic Inspection: A quick assessment of the piano's overall condition, including strings, hammers, and keys, to identify any potential issues.


- Light Cleaning: Gentle removal of dust and debris from the soundboard and accessible areas.


This service is ideal for pianos that are regularly maintained and not significantly out of tune. For pianos requiring extensive repairs, pitch raising, or regulation, additional services may be recommended.

Voicing

Transform the tonal character of your piano and bring out its full expressive potential with an expert voicing service. This specialized process includes:

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- Tone Balancing: Adjusting the hardness and density of hammers to achieve a consistent tone across all registers of the piano.

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- Dynamic Range Enhancement: Shaping the piano’s sound to ensure a rich, even tone, from delicate pianissimos to powerful fortissimos.

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- Hammer Shaping: Restoring the proper profile of hammers by removing grooves and wear to improve clarity and tonal consistency.

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- Soundboard & String Evaluation: Assessing the interaction of strings, hammers, and soundboard to identify and address tonal irregularities.

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- Personalized Sound Adjustment: Tailoring the piano’s voice to suit your preferences, whether you desire a brighter, mellower, or more dynamic tone.

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This service is ideal for pianos that sound uneven, harsh, or lack the rich tonal quality they once had. With professional voicing, your piano will deliver a balanced, expressive sound that inspires every note you play.

Pitch Raise

Designed for pianos that haven’t been serviced in several years or those showing signs of aging, this service addresses deeper needs to restore functionality and improve sound quality. These services can include:

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- Pitch Raise Adjustment: For pianos significantly out of tune, I'll perform a pitch raise to stabilize the strings before fine-tuning to standard pitch (A440).


- Detailed Inspection: A thorough assessment of the piano's action, hammers, strings, soundboard, and tuning pins to evaluate its overall condition.


- Functional Repairs: Addressing common age-related issues such as loose tuning pins, sluggish keys, and worn felts.


- Deep Cleaning: Careful removal of accumulated dust and grime from the piano's internal and external components.


- Expert Recommendations: A personalized report on necessary repairs or long-term maintenance to restore and preserve your piano’s performance.


This service is ideal for pianos that have been neglected or require significant adjustments to bring them back to life. Let me help you rediscover the beauty and potential of your piano.

Premium Services (Make it feel better)

Full Regulation

Rediscover the joy of playing with the full regulation service, designed to restore your piano’s touch, responsiveness, and tone to its original glory. This meticulous process involves:

- Precision Adjustments: Fine-tuning over 30 regulation points per key, including key height, key dip, hammer alignment, and let-off, to ensure smooth and consistent action.

- Enhanced Touch & Feel: Restoring the proper responsiveness of the keyboard and pedals for a dynamic playing experience.

- Detailed Component Inspection: Evaluating all moving parts, replacing worn components (as needed), and ensuring alignment for optimal performance.

- Expert Calibration: Adjusting the piano’s action and dampers for even control and perfect sound quality across the keyboard.

This service is perfect for pianos that feel sluggish, uneven, or less responsive than they once were. With a full regulation, your piano will perform like it’s fresh off the showroom floor, ready to inspire your next performance.

Repairs

The repair services address a wide range of issues to restore your piano’s functionality and sound quality. These services may include:

- Component Replacements: Repair or replacement of worn or damaged parts, such as strings, hammers, dampers, action components, and key bushings.

- String Repairs: Replacing broken strings or repairing issues related to string tension and alignment.

- This is a Quote-Based Service - 
Repairs often vary in complexity and material costs, so a personalized quote will be provided after an in-depth inspection. This ensures you receive transparent pricing and tailored solutions for your piano’s unique needs.

If your piano requires minor fixes The Soundsmith is here to help bring it back to peak condition.

 

Service Call

The standard service call is perfect for addressing minor issues and keeping your piano in great shape. These services can include:​

- Problem Diagnosis: Identifying and resolving small issues, such as sticky keys, sluggish pedals, or uneven key movement. This would also include diagnosing unusual noises, and if the cause is minor, a repair can be discussed afterward.

- Thorough Inspection: A detailed evaluation of your piano’s condition, including action components, strings, tuning pins, and soundboard, to detect potential concerns early.

- Light Cleaning: Careful removal of dust and debris from the soundboard, action parts, and other accessible areas to maintain your piano's appearance and performance.

- Expert Recommendations: Professional guidance on any necessary repairs, adjustments, or maintenance to keep your piano performing at its best.

This service ensures your piano remains functional, clean, and ready for your next performance or tuning.

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