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Timothy Tikker <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 24 Sep 1994 09:05:55 -0700
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On Fri, 23 Sep 1994, Steve Fox wrote:
 
> Does a harpsichord stay in tune as well as, say, a piano?  I realize that
> this is difficult to answer precisely.  I'm just looking for a general
> idea.  I'd like to get one, but don't want to spend all my time tuning
> instead of enjoying it!
 
In a word:  nope!  How often you need to tune depends on whether its for
home or concert use, the weather, and such.  For hom use, I'd say once
and month is minimal, compared to once or twice a year for minimal piano
tuning.

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