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Technical Reference Guide
Grand Regulation
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Summary

Grand Action Regulation Guide

Grand Action Regulation - Action Diagram

Overview of the grand piano action components and their arrangement for regulation purposes.

Regulate Fly Position

Adjusts the fly's position relative to the knuckle for optimal hammer strike control and prevention of misfires.

Regulate Balancier Height

Sets the balancier height to eliminate lost motion between fly and knuckle, aiding fly return.

Regulate Blow Distance and Hammer Line

Adjusts hammer travel to the string and hammer line for consistent touch and control.

Adjust Let-Off (Escapement)

Sets the hammer escapement point to ensure freedom from strings for controlled dynamics.

Regulate Hammer Drop

Adjusts hammer drop from the point of let-off to prevent double strikes and ensure proper escapement.

Adjust Key Dip

Sets the key's full depth of travel, influencing power and action performance.

Adjust Aftertouch

Sets the key travel after the hammer escapes, affecting the feel and control of playing.

Regulate Backchecks

Positions the backcheck to catch the hammer for fly return, ensuring smooth repetition.

Set Repetition Springs

Adjusts the spring tension to help the repetition assembly return to rest position for fast re-strikes.

Adjust Keyframe Shift Screw

Adjusts keyframe position to miss specific strings, allowing for tonal variation.

Steinway & Sons S Specifications

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BrandSteinway & Sons
ModelS
CategoryMusical Instrument
LanguageEnglish

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