Proven Success – Sam Haasenritter

Humidity Control

Most pianists are aware that playing the piano, especially heavy playing, affects the tuning. However, few are aware that fluctuations in humidity between seasons can alter the tuning even more so. And most people are surprised to find out that the piano can go out of tune even if it has not been played!  Just like any other stringed instrument, such as a guitar or a violin, the expansion and contraction of the soundboard due to humidity changes alters string tensions and therefore changes the tuning. Additionally, the long-term effects of this expansion and contraction degrade the structural integrity of the piano.  Without a doubt, quality piano maintenance and controlling the humidity are the two very best things one could ever do for the piano. The former guarantees that the piano sounds and plays marvelously, while the latter ensures both improved tuning stability as well as the long-term durability of the instrument. Let me know if you have a quality piano as this investment is so worth it!