Fujan Tuning Hammer - Piano Tuner Tool Review
"The Fujan tuning lever is easily one of the finest tools available to professional piano tuners today. Its thoughtful engineering and build quality make it a standout among modern tuning hammers."
This article was written by Tom Dans @ Piano Island Tuning in Connecticut.
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"One of its most impressive features is the modular extension system. These extensions allow the tuner to customize the lever’s length in seconds. For new or freshly rebuilt pianos with overly tight tuning pins, the lever can be extended considerably, providing substantial mechanical leverage. This extra length makes even the toughest pins respond smoothly and precisely, reducing wrist fatigue and allowing for incredibly controlled micro-adjustments. When the lever is lengthened, the additional mass also works to the tuner’s advantage. Instead of exerting excessive pulling force—which can compromise accuracy since tuning pins flex slightly—the extra weight allows the tuner to gently bump the pin into position with perfect accuracy and finesse.
When working on older pianos with looser pins, the Fujan can easily be configured to a shorter length, resulting in a lighter, more agile feel that still retains total stiffness and feedback. That stiffness is a defining characteristic: the Fujan’s carbon fiber shaft is remarkably rigid, transmitting pin motion directly to the hand without any sponginess or loss of control. This exceptional lack of flex helps achieve ultra-precise fine-tuning, even in the highest treble or lowest bass sections.
The woven carbon handle deserves special mention. It’s both extremely durable and beautifully finished—resistant to wear, temperature changes, and the subtle twisting forces often encountered during tuning. The grip remains solid and comfortable over long sessions, with no perceptible surface degradation over years of use.
Another advantage is the Fujan’s perfect balance, lending a sense of absolute control in every movement. The machining quality is superb, and the entire design reflects a deep understanding of a tuner’s daily needs.
In short, the Fujan lever provides unmatched precision, versatility, and durability. Whether working on a newly strung concert grand or a household upright, the ability to fine-tune with such nuanced control—and to instantly adapt the lever’s length and mass—makes the Fujan a true professional’s instrument."
This article was written by Tom Dans @ Piano Island Tuning in Connecticut.
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