{"product_id":"watanabe-professional-stationary-piano-tuning-lever","title":"Watanabe Professional Stationary Piano Tuning Lever","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eWatanabe Professional Stationary Piano Tuning Lever\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium Japanese tuning hammer designed for piano technicians and experienced tuners who prefer the solid, consistent feel of a traditional fixed-length lever. Watanabe tuning tools have been used by professional piano technicians for decades and are particularly well regarded for the fit and quality of their tuning lever tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis professional tuning lever features a \u003cstrong\u003erosewood handle, steel shaft, removable 15-degree head, and Watanabe #2 star tip\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its traditional stationary construction provides a fixed lever length and consistent geometry for precise control of the tuning pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatanabe #2 Star Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most notable features of the Watanabe tuning hammer is its \u003cstrong\u003e#2 star tip\u003c\/strong\u003e. Watanabe tips have developed a strong reputation among piano technicians for their close, positive fit on tuning pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTip fit is important because the tuning lever is the tuner's direct mechanical connection to the tuning pin. Excess movement between the tip and pin can create play before the pin begins to move. A closely fitting tip provides a more direct connection, allowing subtle tuning pin movements to be felt and controlled through the lever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included #2 star tip is a versatile size suitable for the tuning pins found on many modern pianos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Stationary Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Watanabe is a \u003cstrong\u003estationary, or non-extension, tuning lever\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its shaft remains at a fixed length, providing the same lever length, balance, and geometry throughout a tuning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatanabe also manufactures an extension-style tuning lever for technicians who prefer an adjustable lever length. \u003cstrong\u003eThis model is the traditional stationary version and does not extend.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Japanese Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Watanabe stationary tuning lever combines a solid 8\" rosewood handle with a strong steel shaft and removable head. At approximately 11-1\/2\" overall, it provides useful leverage while retaining the feel and balance of a traditional professional tuning hammer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe removable \u003cstrong\u003e2-3\/4\" 15-degree head\u003c\/strong\u003e positions the handle at an angle from the tuning pin and accepts the replaceable Watanabe star tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than the ultralight construction of a carbon-fiber tuning lever, the Watanabe uses traditional steel construction for a more substantial feel. It is particularly suited to professional technicians, piano technology students, and experienced tuners looking for a premium fixed-length lever and the distinctive fit of the Watanabe tip system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watanabe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professional piano tuning lever \/ tuning hammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stationary \/ fixed length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 11-1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosewood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead:\u003c\/strong\u003e Removable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 degrees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watanabe #2 star tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaceable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFree Shipping: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWe are happy to offer free shipping to the continental United States for all piano tuning supplies. Alaska, Hawaii and international customers, please email for a shipping quote.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jansen Piano Benches","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67627649433837,"sku":null,"price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0088\/6885\/5870\/files\/Watanabe-piano-tuning-lever.jpg?v=1791073002","url":"https:\/\/jansenpianobenches.com\/products\/watanabe-professional-stationary-piano-tuning-lever","provider":"Jansen Piano Benches","version":"1.0","type":"link"}