Episodes

  • Piano Moving, Tool Manufacturing, and Tig Welding with Leonard Ostrander
    Jun 20 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Leonard Ostrander, the founder and innovator behind the KTT Smart Moving Products!


    Be sure to follow ⁠ProPTN⁠ on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ to keep up with all of our latest products, updates, and how-to guides!

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    38 mins
  • Manufacturing, Artist Performances, and Factory Innovations with Fanny Steingraeber
    May 30 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Fanny Steingraeber, co-CEO of Steingraeber Pianos!


    • The Respectful Keyboards: Photos, Documents, and a Video of its Installation

    • Alternatively-Sized Keyboards: A University Perspective

    • Augmented Instruments: The Steingraeber Transducer in Action


    Be sure to follow ⁠⁠ProPTN⁠⁠ on ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ to keep up with the latest in piano tech tools, news, and updates!

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    47 mins
  • Appraisals, Valuation, and Researching the Markets with Larry Fine
    Feb 20 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Larry Fine, the co-author of Practical Piano Valuation and the founder of Piano Buyer.

    Check out Larry's article on working alongside the pioneer of the modern synthesizer: "In the Shop with Bob Moog: A Personal Account."

    Be sure to follow ⁠ProPTN⁠ on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ to keep up with the latest in piano tech tools, news, and updates!

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    35 mins
  • Factory Training, Tool Crafting, and Tuning with a Disability with Martin Stokes
    Jan 4 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Martin Stokes, a UK-based concert and field technician who is one of the co-founders of Piano Smiths tools.


    You can follow Piano Smiths on Instagram and Facebook to stay up-to-date on their latest tools and products!


    And be sure to follow ProPTN on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠!



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    53 mins
  • University Contracts, Finish Repair, and Buying a Business with Greg Cheng
    Jan 4 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Greg Cheng, one of the co-founders of ProPTN and chief technician and general manager of Allied Piano and Finish in Philadelphia.


    Be sure to follow ProPTN on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠ to keep up with the latest in piano tech tools, news, and updates!

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    39 mins
  • Mentoring, Field Work, and Revolutionizing the Industry with Hannah Beckett
    Jan 4 2024

    In this episode, we sit down with Hannah Beckett, one of the co-founders of ProPTN and current owner of Piano Buyer.


    If you haven't already, download the PianoBuyer app! It was designed for piano technicians and provides critical manufacturing information at your fingertips, including serial numbers, pricing, and brand information. You can also advertise your technician services to potential clients within your area by joining the Piano Buyer Technician Database. As the #1 consumer guide to piano buying - there’s no better place to advertise to new piano owners! Get more information at www.pianobuyer.com/advertise and use code “PODCAST” for 50% off your first year of advertising!


    You can also follow Piano Buyer on Instagram to keep up with the latest articles, reviews, and products.


    Be sure to follow ProPTN on Instagram and Facebook!

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    53 mins