Traditional pianos were made with Ivory keys for a long time. Things have moved on and piano keys are now made with plastic coverings.

Piano strings are made almost exclusively by artisan string makers and their work is precise and skilled. Continue reading to find out more!

The levers - whippens - on the piano are important in the physical chain reaction from pressing the key to the finished sound of a piano.

What Do The Pedals Do On A Piano? Pianos have two or three pedals but the far right pedal is generally considered to be the most important.

Key regulation on a piano ensures that the keys are set up to the optimal performance level in relation to the rest of the instrument.

If the hammers are badly made, shaped or toned this will drastically effect the tone and playability of the instrument. Find out why below.