A well-regulated piano will play freely, smoothly, and evenly.  Conversely, if a piano is not regulated it will be difficult to play softly or to repeat notes rapidly. A regulated piano is a joy to play.

Most home pianos need to be regulated every 5 to 10 years. Heavily used pianos need to be regulated more often. Signs that a piano needs regulation:

• Keys seem to go down too far, or don’t go down enough

• Uneven touch from one note to the next

• Keys are not all at the same height

• Difficulty playing softly or loudly

• Keys feel too heavy or too light

• Keys are sluggish, notes won’t repeat rapidly.