These people are relatively few and
far between, so hold on tight and treat them with the
respect they deserve. They are artisans,
craftsmen-and-women who have spent thousands of hours
honing their intuitive and cerebral skills and are
bringing you immense value for your money. They
won't lie to you, and you can take their recommendations
to heart with no fear.
This "wizard" pianotech will be
expensive---one of the highest-priced in your area.
He/she will have a sliding scale for students and
not-rich people who respect him/her and ask good
questions; They all love to teach.
LARRY FINE
Buy a copy of "The
Piano Book"---please. Immediately. It's perceived as
the consumer's bible for a reason. Larry is a friend of
mine, and he's honest and fearless as the day is long.
He's a diplomat, but he tells the truth, and slices
through the endless layers of lies, BS, myths,
and half-truths that cover the piano industry. The book
is essential for every enlightened piano owner. It's
educational, informative, funny, honest---it's rocking'.
And incredibly comprehensive, with price and quality
updates every couple of years. This is not a paid ad,
but Larry will have to buy me a drink the next time I
see him.
PERSONAL
REFERRAL
A crucial key for finding people to
work on your piano, and, in my opinion for finding
anybody you pay to help you in your life. I would no
more pick a doctor or a lawyer or a plumber or a car
mechanic out of the phone book than I would fly to the
moon. Which means never, ever.
"YOU GET
WHAT YOU PAY FOR."
An absolute truism with regard to
pianos and their service---there are no "great pianos
for cheap," and there are no great pianotechs for cheap.
Period.
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