Adjusting touch weight

[Farrell]

Or, simply position key flat on board with lead over hole (slightly larger 
than lead) in board and tap with a hammer & bolt (used as a center punch) 
slightly smaller than lead. Works very well and no danger of breaking key.

Terry Farrell

----- Original Message ----- 
> Key lead extracting pliers from Renner.
>
> David Love
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From:  Steve Blasyak
> David, What is Deadleaders? Please explain.
>
>
>> [Original Message]
>> You can add weight to the hammers in the form of micro clips but it can
> add
>> volume and percussiveness to the tone which is often unwanted on that
> piano.
>> Removing lead will give a better feel (heavier touchweight with lower
>> inertia) without compromising tone.  Takes only slightly longer and when
> you
>> add readjusting the rep spring with the clips, I'm not sure it really 
>> does
>> take any longer anyway.  Get a set of Deadleaders if you don't have one.
>>
>> David Love