Piano Regulation
Regulation adjusts the mechanical parts inside the piano — the action — so every key feels even and responds the way it should. Tuning fixes how the piano sounds; regulation fixes how it feels.
- Price
- $350
- Time
- Approx. 3 hours
Grand pianos +$50. Travel within the included service radius is free.
Who needs it
- ✓Some keys feel heavier, lighter or slower than others.
- ✓Notes don't repeat well when played quickly.
- ✓The piano feels uneven or hard to control when playing softly.
Common examples
- Keys that feel heavy or uneven
- Fast repeated notes not sounding
- Older piano with worn action
What happens during the visit
- 1.Timothy assesses the action and key response.
- 2.Key height, key dip and hammer/action settings are adjusted.
- 3.The result is a more even, predictable touch across the keyboard.
Common questions
- What is the difference between tuning and regulation?
- Tuning adjusts string tension so notes are at the right pitch. Regulation adjusts the moving parts so the keys feel even and respond well.
- Does regulation include tuning?
- No. They are separate services and can be booked together if needed.
Service area
Timothy comes to your home, church, school, studio or venue anywhere in the San Francisco Bay Area — San Francisco, the East Bay, the Peninsula, the South Bay and Marin.
See the full service area →Book your piano regulation
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