Piano Regulation Services

I offer comprehensive piano regulation services to restore your piano's playability, responsiveness, and overall performance. Piano regulation is essentially a complete service for your instrument - think of it as a thorough tune-up that goes far beyond simple tuning.

When I regulate your piano, I meticulously adjust all the mechanical components that control how the piano responds to your touch. This includes precise calibration of the action, keys, and pedals to ensure they work together seamlessly. Many pianists are amazed at how much better their instrument feels after proper regulation - notes that were previously sluggish become crisp and responsive, uneven touch becomes balanced, and the overall playing experience is dramatically enhanced.

Over time, your piano's action parts naturally wear and settle through regular use. Felt compresses, wood components shift slightly, and springs lose tension. These small changes gradually affect your piano's responsiveness and can make playing more difficult, often in ways you might not immediately recognise.

When to Consider Regulation

I recommend considering regulation if your piano shows signs of wear in its playing mechanism. Watch for uneven key heights, inconsistent touch across the keyboard, or difficulty playing softly and achieving clean repetitions. Other telltale signs include notes that don't sound when played gently, keys that feel sluggish or unresponsive, and pedals that squeak or don't function properly.

A full regulation typically takes a full day to complete, but the transformation in your piano's playability makes it one of the most worthwhile investments you can make in your instrument. Contact me today to discuss how regulation can breathe new life into your piano and enhance your playing experience.

What My Regulation Service Includes

I perform a comprehensive series of adjustments to bring your piano's action back to optimal performance:

  • Key height and levelling adjustments to create a perfectly even playing surface

  • Hammer alignment and spacing to ensure precise string contact

  • Let-off and checking distance calibration for reliable note repetition

  • Balancing key weight and touch resistance across the keyboard

  • Damper regulation for controlled sustain and clean note cessation

  • Pedal adjustment for proper functionality and quiet operation

For grand pianos, I pay special attention to the repetition mechanism, ensuring quick and reliable note repetition. For upright pianos, I focus on optimising the direct blow action for maximum responsiveness within the constraints of the design.

I studied Grand regulation of pianos at the Royal Academy of Music in London with head Technician Doug Chapman, giving me specialist knowledge in this precise art.

Schedule Your Regulation

Contact me today to schedule an appointment and experience the difference that professional tuning makes to your playing and enjoyment of this magnificent instrument.