Topmusicanswers
- How heavy should piano keys be?
- Can you make piano keys lighter?
- Why are my piano keys so heavy?
- Can the weight of piano keys be adjusted?
How heavy should piano keys be?
A reading of 50 grams is about standard. Depending on the piano, however, it may be considerably more or less, anywhere from 30 to over 70 grams. Note that the key may not go all the way down.
Can you make piano keys lighter?
Some techs actually glue 1 or 2 coins underneath the front of the key to make it lighter. It works quite well honestly, as i have played one of such pianos. There are ALWAYS tradeoffs. In this case, the action will have a slower response.
Why are my piano keys so heavy?
Over time, dirt, dust, wear and tear can change those specifications making the touch of your piano keys feel heavy and sluggish. Cleaning, lubrication and action regulation will usually restore, and often make better, the original touch and feel of your piano's keys.
Can the weight of piano keys be adjusted?
The process of adjusting the action of your piano to your liking is called "regulation", and any qualified technician can do that as already mentioned. I would not mess with the weights of the keys myself, because it's not as simple as shaving of some wood here or adding some weight there.
