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Holes in hammers 

06-23-2014 07:43

Picture taken from a Steinway Upright, #48638, 1881-83 (Pierce Piano Atlas, 12th Edition)

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Edward McMorrow
06-24-2014 00:22

What forward thinking people Steinway once had. They very conveniently put these holes in the hammers so those technicians who think heavier hammers improve tone can easily add lead to the hammers.
Thanks Keith for the picture. (Apologies for my sarcasm, it is not pointed at you)

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Edward McMorrow
06-24-2014 00:22

What forward thinking people Steinway once had. They very conveniently put these holes in the hammers so those technicians who think heavier hammers improve tone can easily add lead to the hammers.
Thanks Keith for the picture. (Apologies for my sarcasm, it is not pointed at you)