In this episode, we sit down with Josi Davis from Brooks LTD to talk about the services the company offers; the sound profiles of different hammers; how to efficiently communicate with clients and understand the scope of larger projects; and negotiating your worth as an aspiring "leader of the band."

To subscribe to their newsletter or email your enrollment for the All Day Upright Hammer Hanging workshop, visit the Brooks LTD website. You can also stay up to date on their latest news, products, and articles by following them on Instagram.

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In this action-packed episode, we sit down with Jude Reveley of Absolute Piano Restoration to talk about his favorite rebuilding recipes; bridge and soundboard design; his journey of experimentation and discovery in the industry; and why it's important to leave your ego at the door when you're learning how to rebuild a piano.

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In this episode, we sit down with Allan Sutton of Piano Technique Montréal to talk about the wide-ranging uses for AI in your tech business; considering how your legacy and emotional maturity impacts your community; and why you should make your clients, apprentices, and colleagues the heroes of their own stories.

-Allan's appearance on the Sabrina Romanov podcast to talk about diverse AI applied outside of traditional industries

-Piano Technique Montréal website

-Tools and manual for polyester finish repair from Allied Piano

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In this special bonus episode (which was recorded live at the second annual PIPPA convention in Las Vegas!), we sit down with Bart Elbers, founder and owner of the Kioshi Silent Systems, to talk about their development, installation, and features. We also talk about salesmanship for the soul, wholesaling pianos in Europe, and how piano manufacturers need to adapt to the technological needs of the future.

To purchase one of the Kioshi systems or check out the installation course on ProPTN, click here.

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In this episode (which was recorded at the second annual PIPPA convention in Las Vegas!), we sit down with Leng Tshua, Pearl River's Director for Global Sales and Marketing, to talk about Asian piano culture; the necessities of marketing; and how the company has improved and struggled over the last few decades.

To learn more about their instruments, you can visit the websites for Pearl River, Kayserburg, or Ritmüller –– or you can read some of their piano reviews on Piano Buyer.

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In this episode, we sit down with innovator, lecturer, consultant, and engineer François Jerome-Vincent to talk about all the ways that he is revolutionizing piano design across the industry.

Here are the links to check out François's website, follow him on Instagram, or read his articles on ProPTN:

-"The Basics of Grand Piano Action Design"

-"Hammer Traveling, Squaring, and Alignment"

-"Measuring for Parts Replacement"

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In this episode, we sit down with international advocate and translator Tzung-Shin Wu to discuss the nuance of the Taiwanese piano tech scene, its unique challenges and cultural differences.

To connect with Shin online, click here to visit his website.

Angels with Broken Wings: YouTube

Paul Barton: YouTube

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In this episode, we sit down with Colin Taylor to discuss everything from technical tips and tricks, to sourcing the ideal manufacturer for an affordable Bösendorfer, to the creation of a trade show devoted to the entirety of the piano industry.

To register for the PIPPA trade show or check out the class schedule, click here!

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In this episode, we sit down with Jahn CEO Andreas Harke to discuss everything from his favorite new tools on the product line to the evolution of the industry spanning WWII and the current state of Chinese production.

We're also very excited to hear that Jahn will have a booth and seminar at PIPPA 2025 in January featuring Joachim the "Swiss Army Man!"

Click here for info and registration on the European Congress Akustika event April 4th-6th in Nuremberg.

Otherwise, here's where you can register for the PTDAE class at Jahn's workshop -- or you can buy yourself one of the Swiss screwdriver sets.

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In this episode, we are joined by Deborah McCann, a Canadian piano technician who has just debuted the custom-made Ergo tuning hammer!

If you'd like to rent, buy, or learn more about the Ergo Tuning Hammer, you can visit The Collection at ProPTN.org.

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