Sid Siff

Our History and Philosophy

As a professional piano technician, I, Sid Siff, have been servicing pianos in the Amherst/Northampton area and surrounding towns in the Pioneer Valley of Massachusetts since 1982. With over 42 years of experience, I have restored over 100 pianos, which can be found in recital halls, school buildings, musicians' studios, and homes throughout the Pioneer Valley and beyond.

Growing up, I was fascinated by the process of tuning and restoring pianos. As a young boy, I would watch intently as my family's piano tuner, Mr. Cloutier, would open up his black leather bag and set out his assortment of tools and brightly colored felt. I listened as he began the long process of striking notes in odd progressions and nudging the tuning pins with his tuning hammer. Particularly fascinating were the times he slid the action out from the keybed to make fine adjustments or poke the hammers with his voicing needles. Playing the piano after he left was always gratifying, and I felt a sense of accomplishment knowing that I could recover an old and tired piano and coax some good music out of it again.

Our Services

At Sid Siff Piano, we offer a range of services to cater to the needs of our clients. Whether you're a musician, a music educator, or a piano enthusiast, we're here to help you get the most out of your piano.

Tuning & Voicing: Our expert technicians will ensure that your piano is in prime condition by tuning it to the international pitch standard of A=440 Hz. We also provide voicing services to improve the quality of tone and sound of your piano.

Repairs: Our team of skilled technicians is equipped to handle a wide range of issues, from broken or sluggish mechanisms to noisy pedals and sticking keys.

Regulation: Regular regulation of your piano's action is essential to ensure that it continues to function properly. We'll make the necessary adjustments to keep your piano in top condition.

Climate Control Systems: Protect your piano from the fluctuating New England climate with our Dampp-Chaser Piano Life Saver System, which creates a microclimate around your piano to stabilize pitch and minimize dimensional changes.

Ivory Repair & Restoration: We're experts in restoring chipped, yellowing, loose, and missing ivory keyboards to their original beauty and functionality.

Appraisals, Purchase Consultations, & Estimates: Thorough assessments of a piano's condition and value are crucial for insurance or marketing purposes. We offer appraisal and purchase consultation services, as well as price estimates for repairs.

Full Restoration: For older pianos, full restoration may be necessary to restore its original condition and functionality. This includes the replacement of bridges and soundboards, refinishing or replacement of action parts, and more.

At Sid Siff Piano, we take pride in our work and are committed to providing exceptional service to our clients. Whether you're looking to restore an old piano or simply maintain a new one, we're here to help.