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Topic: New hammers on my C. Bechstein L from 1930  (Read 2082 times)

Offline lafo

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New hammers on my C. Bechstein L from 1930
on: November 07, 2021, 08:49:10 AM
Hi guys! I just got the new Bechstein hammer set installed on my Model L. How do you find the sound? I was a bit skeptical at first but now I am beginning to like it I think haha..

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Re: New hammers on my C. Bechstein L from 1930
Reply #1 on: November 07, 2021, 09:55:46 PM
Hey! It's a bit hard to hear with the acoustics in the room, but I think it sounds fine! Nice playing btw

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Re: New hammers on my C. Bechstein L from 1930
Reply #2 on: November 08, 2021, 08:35:57 AM
Hey! It's a bit hard to hear with the acoustics in the room, but I think it sounds fine! Nice playing btw

Thanks :))

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Re: New hammers on my C. Bechstein L from 1930
Reply #3 on: December 01, 2021, 08:22:41 PM
I've been awaiting to hear how it turned out  8)

The scale seems more even across the keyboard.  The tone appears darker, but also posses a more complex depth to it. 

How was the change in action response?  It sounds like you have increased clarity with repeated notes. 

Classy playing as always  ;D
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Re: New hammers on my C. Bechstein L from 1930
Reply #4 on: December 01, 2021, 08:33:51 PM
I really like the way you play the Prelude! I feel like you have a lot of control over the softer ranges which gives it a velvety texture (I think this may be a result of your new tuning). Also, I really like the way you gradually crescendo and diminuendo over long phrases. It's very fun to listen to!
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