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North Georgia's Player Piano Service & Piano Tuning

Piano Tuning &
Player Piano Repair

Certified tuning and player piano repair throughout North Georgia — Disklavier, PianoDisc, QRS, Spirio, and acoustic pianos of all makes. We come to you.

Piano tuning & repair $100 flat-rate diagnosis In-home service — we come to you All makes & brands
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What We Do

Player Piano Repair & Tuning

Yamaha Disklavier, PianoDisc, QRS, Steinway Spirio, and more — we service modern electric player systems throughout North Georgia, in your home.

Player System Diagnosis

A thorough in-home inspection of your player system — Disklavier, PianoDisc, QRS, Spirio, or any other make. You'll know exactly what's wrong and what it costs before any work begins.

Power Supply & Control Unit Repair

Dead system, blank display, or clicking on startup? Failed power supplies are the most common reason electric player systems stop working entirely — and they're repairable.

Solenoid Repair & Calibration

Notes that won't fire, stick on, play too loud, or fall silent mid-song almost always trace back to solenoid wear or driver board issues. We clean, rebuild, and recalibrate.

Driver Board & Electronics Repair

Keydriver boards, amplifier boards, and wiring harnesses for PianoDisc, QRS, and Disklavier systems. Component-level diagnosis before recommending any replacement.

Connectivity & Software

WiFi setup, app pairing, firmware updates, and media drive replacement for Spirio, PianoDisc iQ, and modern Disklavier systems. Including floppy and CD drive upgrades for older units.

Piano Tuning

Precision tuning handled alongside any player system work, or as a standalone visit. A well-tuned piano makes the player system sound the way it was designed to.

$100 flat-rate diagnosis

Know what's wrong before committing to anything.

$125/hour for repair work

Written estimates. Transparent pricing. No surprises.

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Getting Started

How It Works

Two services, two simple paths. Both start with a payment that books your spot — no back-and-forth before we commit.

Piano Tuning
  1. 1
    Fill in your details and preferred times

    Name, phone, number of pianos, and when works for you — takes 60 seconds.

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    Complete payment to confirm

    $175 standard (1–3 pianos) or $125/piano for 4 or more. Payment locks in your booking.

  3. 3
    In-home tuning — done

    60–90 minutes at your piano. You'll hear the difference before we leave.

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Player Piano Repair
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    Book a diagnosis or contact us first

    Pay the $100 flat-rate diagnosis to get on the schedule, or reach out first if you're not sure what you're dealing with — we're happy to talk it through.

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    In-home assessment

    We come to you, inspect the system, and give you a full written estimate. No repair happens without your approval.

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    Repair or no charge

    Approve the quote and we schedule the repair. If we can't diagnose the problem, there's no charge. If we diagnose it and you choose not to proceed, the $100 diagnosis fee stands.

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Common Issues

Does Your Player System Have One of These Problems?

Electric player systems — Disklavier, PianoDisc, QRS, Spirio — each have their own failure patterns. Here are the issues we see most often.

01

System Won't Power On

The most common failure in older Disklaviers and QRS units. Power supply capacitors fail with age — symptoms are a clicking sound on startup, a blank or flashing display, or nothing at all. Repairable without replacing the whole unit.

02

Keys Don't Move During Playback

The system powers on and appears to play, but the keys stay still. Usually a failed solenoid driver board, a disconnected wiring harness, or a blown fuse on the keydriver — not the control unit.

03

Notes Playing Too Loud, Too Soft, or Not at All

Solenoid calibration drifts over time, especially in heavily used systems. Individual solenoids wear unevenly — one note hammers while its neighbor barely whispers. Recalibration restores balanced playback.

04

Note Sticks On After Playback Stops

A solenoid is staying energized — either a stuck relay on the driver board or a mechanically bound solenoid plunger. Left unaddressed it can burn out the solenoid coil.

05

Won't Read Media — Disk, CD, or USB Error

Common in Disklavier Mark II (floppy) and QRS CD2000 units. The drive mechanism fails before the electronics do. Modern replacement drives and USB adapters are available for most models.

06

App or WiFi Won't Connect

Spirio, PianoDisc iQ, and newer Disklaviers depend on a stable WiFi connection and up-to-date apps. Connectivity failures are often a firmware issue or network configuration — not a hardware fault.

07

System Shuts Down or Overheats

Spirio pianos used heavily fall out of regulation — the system works harder to compensate, overheats, and shuts itself off to prevent damage. Regular calibration keeps this from happening.

08

Control Unit Unresponsive or Frozen

Older QRS and PianoDisc controllers can lock up after a power interruption or software glitch. A full reset or firmware update resolves it in most cases — no parts needed.

About

Piano Player Tech — Tuning & Player Piano Repair

Most piano service companies tune acoustic pianos. Very few have anyone on staff who understands the electronics inside a modern player system — the driver boards, solenoids, power supplies, and control units that make a Disklavier or Spirio perform.

Piano Player Tech does both. Our certified tuning technician handles acoustic tuning throughout North Georgia, while our player system technician covers Yamaha Disklavier, PianoDisc, QRS Pianomation, Steinway Spirio, and similar makes.

All service is in-home. Your piano doesn't need to move — we come to you, assess everything on-site, and give you a straight answer about what it needs.

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FAQ

Questions We Hear Most Often

Straight answers about player piano repair, pricing, and what to expect.

How much does it cost to repair a player piano?
Every system is different, so we don't quote costs sight-unseen. The in-home diagnosis is $100 flat — at the end you'll know exactly what's wrong and what repair will cost. Repair labor is $125/hour with a written estimate before we start. A power supply replacement or driver board repair might run 1–2 hours. A full solenoid rebuild or multi-component failure can be more. You'll always approve the estimate before any work begins. Piano tuning is separate — $175 standard, $125/piano for 4 or more.
Do you work on Nordiska player pianos?
Yes. Nordiska player pianos use a standard pneumatic system common to instruments of their era, and we're familiar with the wear patterns and sourcing challenges specific to these instruments. If you have a Nordiska that hasn't played in years — or one that plays poorly — a diagnosis visit is the right first step.
How do I know if my player piano needs service?
The most obvious sign is that it won't play, or plays very weakly. Other signs: individual notes that stick on and won't stop, notes that never trigger at all, a roll that won't advance or rewind, or a tempo that can't be adjusted. If the piano hasn't been serviced in more than 10 years, a preventive inspection is worthwhile even if it's playing — aged rubber and leather will fail eventually, and catching it early keeps the repair smaller.
Do you come to my home, or do I need to bring the piano somewhere?
We come to you. Moving a player piano is expensive, time-consuming, and puts the instrument at real risk. Most diagnostics and many repairs can be performed in place. For work that requires more extensive disassembly, we'll discuss the best approach — but we always start with an in-home visit and avoid moving the piano unless there's no other option.
How long does a full restoration take?
A diagnosis visit runs 1–2 hours. Minor repairs — cleaning the tracker bar, replacing a run of tubing, adjusting the tempo regulator — can often be completed the same day. A full pneumatic rebuild, which involves replacing all the pouches and recovering the main bellows, is a multi-visit project. Depending on parts availability and scheduling, expect several weeks from start to finish.
Is my old player piano worth repairing?
Usually yes, if the piano itself is structurally sound. A good-quality antique player piano in working condition is worth substantially more than the cost of restoring it — and these instruments are increasingly rare. We'll give you an honest read at the diagnosis visit, including our genuine assessment of whether restoration makes sense for your specific piano. We won't push you toward a repair that isn't worth it.
What brands do you work on?
We work on all makes of player pianos — Nordiska, Aeolian, Gulbransen, Autopiano, Ampico, Steinway Duo-Art, Standard, Pianola, and others. If you're not sure what brand you have, we can identify it at the diagnosis visit. Most player piano mechanisms from the same era share enough engineering that brand is rarely a barrier.
How often should a player piano be tuned?
Once or twice a year is the standard for any acoustic piano. If your piano has been sitting unplayed for several years, it will likely need two or three tunings spaced a few months apart to stabilize at proper pitch. We handle tuning alongside any player system work — so everything gets addressed in the same visit rather than requiring a separate appointment.
How do I schedule an appointment?
The best way is to call (706) 531-5161 or fill out the contact form at the bottom of this page. Tell us your location, what's going on with the piano, and when works for you — we'll get back to you to confirm a time. We schedule around your availability and will always give you a heads-up before the visit.

Where We Work

Serving Metro Atlanta & North Georgia

Tuning covers all of metro Atlanta — Christian is based in East Point — and both services travel throughout North Georgia. If you don't see your town, just call; we likely cover it.

Atlanta
East Point
Decatur
Marietta
Alpharetta
Sandy Springs
Cumming Gainesville
Dahlonega
Dawsonville
Canton
Blue Ridge
Helen
Ellijay
Jasper
Cleveland

Not sure if we cover your area? Call (706) 531-5161 and we'll let you know.

Our Work

Pianos We've Worked On

A selection of instruments we've serviced, restored, and sold throughout North Georgia. Click any piano to browse every photo — soundboards, action, keys, and all.

Steinway B Series piano
Restoration Steinway B Series
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Bösendorfer Grand piano
Service Bösendorfer Grand
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Steinway Model B piano
Restoration Steinway Model B
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A. Geyer GG-150 piano
Restoration A. Geyer GG-150
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Chickering — American Walnut piano
Restoration Chickering — American Walnut
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Steinway L Grand piano
Service Steinway L Grand
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Wilhelm Steinberg piano
Service Wilhelm Steinberg
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Yamaha Studio Upright T118 piano
Service Yamaha Studio Upright T118
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Kawai GS-30 piano
Service Kawai GS-30
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Ibach Grand piano
Service Ibach Grand
11 photos
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Steinway K-52 Upright piano
Service Steinway K-52 Upright
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Otto Attenburg — White Grand piano
Sale Otto Attenburg — White Grand
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Weber GP-50 Baby Grand piano
Sale Weber GP-50 Baby Grand
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Broadman PE-162 piano
Sale Broadman PE-162
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Broadman 7-Foot Grand piano
Sale Broadman 7-Foot Grand
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Schäfer & Söhne piano
Restoration Schäfer & Söhne
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Work With Us

Join Our Team

Player piano technicians are rare. We're building a team across North Georgia and looking for people who take craftsmanship seriously — whether you have years of experience or just a strong mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn.

What the Work Looks Like

  • In-home service visits throughout North Georgia
  • Diagnosing and rebuilding pneumatic player systems
  • Sourcing and fitting period-correct parts
  • Tuning and regulating acoustic pianos
  • Working directly with customers — explaining what you found and what it costs

Who We're Looking For

  • Experienced piano or player piano technicians
  • RPTs (Registered Piano Technicians) open to player system work
  • Mechanically skilled people with patience for detailed work
  • Apprentices who want to learn a rare and in-demand trade
  • Self-starters who can manage their own schedule

What We Offer

  • Flexible scheduling — work fits around your life
  • Training provided for the right candidate
  • Growing market with very little local competition
  • Backed by Howard Resource Group's established client base
  • Compensation based on experience

Interested in joining the team?

Send us a message — tell us about your background, what you know, and what you're looking for. No formal application required.

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Service Area

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