Charles Faulk, Registered Piano Technician, Piano Technicians Guild, is a pianist, piano technician, and professional wood turner. He has 35 years experience in piano manufacturing, piano restoration, and concert level piano work.

After a really enjoyable and productive Annual Convention in Kansas City, I have the perhaps enviable task of having to restock my collection of tuning levers. Please keep posted. Many more are in the works.

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CHECK OUT THE NEW CF-XA TUNING LEVERS ON THE CF-A PAGE. THESE LEVERS FEATURE AN EVEN STRONGER 3/4" SHAFT.

After four years of development, the CF (Carbon Fiber) line of tuning hammers is now available. The highlight of this tuning lever is a newly designed aluminum (yes, ALUMINUM) tuning head that is fitted in-line with a 5/8" carbon fiber shaft. It will also feature an double threaded adapter that will enable the tuner to use both standard Hale type tuning tips and Jahn tips. The 'uni-body' construction of the CF tuning hammer adds stiffness and sensitivity to this ultra light tool.

In addition to the CF tuning hammers, I also have a line of CF-A and CF-T tuning hammers made with aluminum or titanium tubing and a core of either solid or tubular carbon fiber. These tuning lever shafts are more rigid, and the metal adds to the style and durability of the tool. The CF-A and CF-T also come with a choice of either 5, 10, or 15 degree heads. The 5 degree heads have extended length adapters to help with clearance over struts and capo bars.

Now available is a newly designed string leveling gauge made of heavier aluminum with a broader footprint to keep the gauge from tipping. Check it out!

Also look at the new solid PVC key strikers designed to fit in the palm of your hand.

I will still be making titanium levers along with the CF tuning hammers. For those of you who like to change tuning heads frequently, threaded titanium will be your best choice.

SITE UPDATED: Jan. 27, 2012