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Piano Technicians Guild

The Piano Technicians Guild is the leading international organization for the betterment and education of piano tuners and piano technicians throughout the world. They continuously run conventions, both regionally and nationally in the USA. The conventions feature classes for learning for new and established technicians in all phases of the piano industry. There are also displays of the products, tools, education materials, etc. that are wonderful for the piano technicians. Anyone interested in pianos will find a wealth of information here. Take a look.

Dampp-Chaser Corporation

Dampp-Chaser, the leading manufacturer of Humidity Control Systems for pianos. Their systems are wonderful, they work, and they also care very much about their customers.

Mason & Hamlin Pianos

Mason & Hamlin pianos are some of the finest pianos made in the world. They are owned by PianoDisc (see below), and have made some really classic pianos, both in sound and construction. They are known for their patented "tension resonator" system, which helps keep the body of the piano stay the way it was made. There is very little shape change in a Mason & Hamlin piano. Wonderful instruments!

Steinway Pianos

Steinway is a world class organization, having built some of the world's greatest pianos for more than 125 years. Their name is synonymous with excellent quality, workmanship and service. Famous as the choice of many symphony orchestras, opera houses, theaters and many artists. Highly thought of by the piano industry and continues to manufacture and service to the high standards of the founders.

Yamaha Pianos and Disklaviers

Yamaha is a great organization, one that pursues excellence in products, and demands excellence from their employees and associates. They have a broad line of pianos, and computer players (Disklavier), as well as electric pianos known as Clavinova Digital pianos.

PianoDisc

PianoDisc is a wonderful company that has manufactured extremely high quality computer players that are aftermarket systems for pianos. The systems are many, have been improved over and over throughout the years, and quality is never a question – always high!

AP Music Studio

AP Music Entertainment Inc. is a 24/7 music production business owned by my good friend Joe Vulpis. It includes AP Music Studio, located in Englewood, New Jersey, where I recorded my piano renditions.

National Music Museum

Located at The University of South Dakota, the National Music Museum features an unusual and extensive collection of antique keyboard instruments. The ingenuity and variety of their designs is amazing. You will be impressed by the superb artistry and craftsmanship on display here, especially considering the fact that these beautiful instruments were designed and built entirely by hand. If, after touring the website, you decide that you would like to visit the National Music Museum in person, you will find it in Vermillion, South Dakota. Contact information, driving directions, frequently asked questions, and hours of operation are available on the website.

Fazioli – Grand and concert pianos

In Sacile, Italy, 60 km (35 miles) north-east of Venice, Fazioli hand-manufactures some of the world's most beautiful and costly pianos to precise specifications. There are many options available, including custom inlays with any photo of the buyer's choosing.

Just reviewing this website will give the piano enthusiast the feeling of "I want one of them, too!"

Bösendorfer

Another world-renowned piano manufacturer, with some of the more recognizable instruments and styles ever produced in this or any other era. Used by many professionals in both concert and studio venues. Known for their wonderful sound, strength and quality.

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