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AW: Storing an instrument
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Yes, Dongsok, but rising pitch also means more stress on the structure. I would rather live with the risk of some broken strings while pulling up again.



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Von: Harpsichords and Related Topics [mailto:[log in to unmask]] Im Auftrag von Dongsok Shin

Gesendet: Montag, 20. Juni 2016 15:13

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Betreff: Re: Storing an instrument



Interesting question, and it depends a lot on the instrument. I have found that Dowd harpsichords in New York City, that goes from cold DRY winters to hot HUMID summers go up in pitch over a half step when the seasons change. So the result can be broken strings. Perhaps, if you live in an area like that, then it would be wise. But if seasonal differences are not extreme as they are here, then I don't see why you should do this. You are just as likely to break strings when pulling them back up to pitch.

Dongsok



On 6/20/2016 7:57 AM, George Debono wrote:

> Dear Colloeagues, need a spot of advice:

>

> If an  instrument is stored  for weeks or months  & not played pending

> removal  to another location,   should the strings be slackened ?

>

> I think not but maybe I'm wrong?

>

> George

>

> (from hot  sunny Malta)

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