Tuning
Why is it essential to tune your piano regularly ?
Tuning your piano is a crucial step to preserve its sound quality and overall stability. Whether it’s an upright piano or a grand piano, every instrument is made from natural materials such as wood, felt, and metal ; materials that constantly react to changes in humidity, temperature, and the passage of time.
Even when not played, a piano naturally goes out of tune. Piano tuning helps maintain the correct tension of the strings (up to 20 tons for a concert grand piano!) and ensures a clear, harmonious sound. Regular tuning is therefore essential to guarantee the durability and musicality of your instrument.
Preserving your instrument through piano tuning
Piano tuning isn’t just about adjusting the pitch of the notes. It also helps stabilize the instrument’s internal balance and prevent deformations that can directly affect its tuning.
Tuning your piano helps :
Maintain an even distribution of string tension ;
Preserve regulation settings ;
Train your ear, as our hearing retains pitch memory and needs to be accustomed to accurate sound.
Hiring a qualified piano tuner ensures reliable maintenance that’s suited to your piano’s nature and age.
How often should you tune your piano ?
It is recommended to tune your piano once or twice a year. This frequency depends on several factors, including :
Age of the piano: New instruments require more frequent attention ;
Usage: A concert or intensively used piano goes out of tune faster and needs more upkeep ;
Environment: Temperature and humidity fluctuations directly influence tuning.
A regular check-up by an experienced piano tuner will help keep your instrument in top condition, whatever the circumstances.
The joy of playing a well-tuned piano
Playing on an out-of-tune piano can be frustrating: notes sound wrong, the touch feels off, and musical expression is diminished. On the other hand, tuning your piano restores its full sonic richness.
A well-tuned piano offers :
Impeccable intonation, essential for developing musical ear ;
A balanced touch, thanks to well-adjusted mechanics ;
Greater playing pleasure, whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned musician, or simply a lover of sound.
Tuning your piano is also a way to support your musical progress under the best possible conditions.
Call on a professional piano tuner in Geneva
At Pianos Service P. Fuhrer, each member of our tuning team works with precision, passion, and care. We are a leading company for the maintenance of upright and grand pianos.
We offer tailored piano tuning services in Geneva, nearby France, and the Vaud region, whether for regular maintenance or more technical work. Thanks to our expertise and attentiveness, every tuning of upright or grand piano is performed with precision and in accordance with the highest standards.
Give your piano the attention it deserves: tuning it is a way to prolong its story and renew, day after day, the emotional experience of every note.
