Replacement Felts and Cashmere for Fender Rhodes
Why replace the markers?
Felts play a vital role in the mechanical response of the keyboard. When they are worn, the friction of the hammers against the felts increases, resulting in a heavier and less responsive key action. This can quickly tire the player and affect the quality of note execution.
By replacing worn felts with high-quality cashmere, you get a smoother glide of the hammers. This improves the responsiveness of the keyboard, making it more pleasant and precise, even during long playing sessions. The touch becomes lighter and the nuances of playing easier to express.
Use of high quality cashmere
At Funky Keys, we only use very high quality cashmere, supplied by the Renner brand, which also equips prestigious pianos such as Steinway. This cashmere is known for its durability and resistance to wear, which guarantees a long life for your piano after intervention.
Replacing felts with quality cashmere offers several advantages:
- Improved touch: A more responsive and pleasant keyboard to play.
- Smoother sliding of the hammers: Less resistance, for a more comfortable game.
- Increased durability: Cashmere resists wear better than traditional felts.
Steps of the process
- Used Felt Assessment: We examine the current condition of the felts to determine the degree of wear and impact on keyboard action.
- Preparation: Before installing the cashmere, we carefully prepare each hammer to ensure a precise and durable installation.
- Cashmere Installation: We hand-install the Renner cashmere, adjusted for each key, to ensure a uniform and optimal result.
Customized consultation
Replacing felts with cashmere requires a custom intervention, adapted to each Fender Rhodes. That is why we offer you a personalized consultation to diagnose the condition of your instrument and advise you on the best options for its restoration.
We invite you to contact us today to schedule an appointment or obtain more information. Our team is available by phone or email to answer all your questions and plan a customized intervention.
Give your Fender Rhodes a new lease of life
Restore your Fender Rhodes to its former glory by replacing worn felts with quality cashmere. Enjoy smoother, more responsive and enjoyable playing with the expertise of Funky Keys.
Contact us now to discuss your project and schedule a piano restoration!
