The Case Against Steinway: A Technician’s Unfiltered View
In the piano world, criticizing Steinway & Sons can feel like heresy. […]
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General Piano Knowledge
10 Christmas Gifts for Pianists That Aren’t Mugs or Socks (2025 Edition)
If you have a pianist in your life, you have probably considered
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Yellow Keys? Methods for Whitening Ivory vs. Plastic Keys
You have cleaned your keys. You have disinfected them. But they are
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How to Disinfect Piano Keys: The Steinway vs. Yamaha Debate
Since 2020, “sanitizing” has become part of our daily vocabulary. But if
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What Cleaners to Avoid Using on Piano Keys
We have all been there. You are cleaning the living room, you
How to Know if Your Piano Keys Are Ivory
You just bought a vintage piano on Craigslist, or maybe you inherited
The Ultimate Guide to Cleaning Piano Keys (Plastic, Ivory, & Ivorite)
Let’s be honest: Your piano keys are probably dirtier than you think.
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Piano Microphone Buying Guide for 2026
If you are still recording your piano with a single USB microphone
Put Down the Mason Jar: Why “Granny’s Trick” Won’t Save Your Piano
If you grew up with a piano in the house (specifically an
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How to Protect Your Piano During Winter
Winter is one of the toughest seasons on pianos. Cold air, dry