Piano Restoration at Hebert Piano

Soundboard Press

This soundboard press is custom designed and built by Hebert Piano specifically for Colorado’s dry climate. The soundboard, ribs and bridges are dried to stable moisture levels prior to being pressed into shape.

New Pinblock

Replicating the pinblock requires exacting precision in the duplicating, fitting and drilling processes. We have extensive experience with full perimeter, three piece and mortised pinblock duplication.

Building an Action

A superior piano action begins with high-quality hammers, shanks, flanges, and repetitions. Honoring the traditional craftsmanship of piano makers, our custom weigh-off and regulation processes ensure the perfect touch and sound.

David Hebert has been restoring pianos since 1994 and now rebuilds pianos in his shop in Westminster, Colorado. He completed a traditional 5 year apprenticeship and has been trained by Yamaha and Fazioli piano factories. His study of how pianos are produced gives him a unique perspective on the restoration process. He also follows all the latest trends in piano manufacturing and restoration.

When we discuss your piano rebuilding process we start with your individual goals. Are you trying to recreate its original sound or improve the tone quality? How do you want the key touch to feel? By selecting the right materials as well as the exact installation of these materials your piano can become the piano of your dreams.

David is known in the piano community as “the fixer”. When you consider that the modern piano has been manufactured for approximately 150 years by hundreds of manufacturers it’s rare to find two pianos that are exactly the same. When other piano technicians need ideas or a fresh perspective on their rebuilding projects they often contact David for advice or to partner on the job. By coming directly to the source you get the highest quality piano restoration.

Beyond David’s extensive piano knowledge he is passionate about wood and woodworking.  His attention to every detail in woodworking carries over in his piano projects.

Contact us today to learn more about our piano restoration process and discuss the opportunities of improving your piano sound or play-ability.