@@analogemma My pleasure. Tinkering is what I have done all my life so it is refreshing to see your fine troubleshooting skills. It is a calling. Cheers
Great channel Emma! Be sure to try out the new Official Rhodes replacement parts if you need the most authentic and innovative replacement parts- from the source- Rhodes.
Wow, that was a larger refurbish job than I ever tackled. But back when I worked on Rhodes pianos, one in decent shape would sell for $100. Something as decomposed as what you started with would probably just be thrown away. Of all my Rhodes pianos, my favorite is this early 70s Mark I 73. Harold Rhodes himself told me he thought the 73 sounded better than the 88. Thanks for the video. Cheers.
When I got my first Rhodes (an 88), I didn't know anything about how they worked. I somehow found a phone number for a Harold Rhodes located in southern CA. I called and asked if he was *the* Harold Rhodes and we talked for about an hour. At that time he was trying to get back the rights to the Rhodes name and produce a new Mark version. He was super nice and mailed me a Service Manual for my piano. He also mentioned that he thought his pianos sounded better when they were stretch tuned, so of course I always stretch tuned every Rhodes I owned. 🙂
Awesome Emma!I just discovered your channel and subbed. I am not as fortunate to own all of those awesome electromechanical keyboards but I find it interesting to watch them in action! keep it up
Thank you! I am very fortunate to be able to experience all of these in person, and hopefully help out others who might need help with them down the road :)
Sounds nice! I honestly never knew a tech could actually have so much after-manufacture control over voicing between bark/bell. I learned something today! 🐱 Also seems like it was a big learning project for you! Then again, each instrument that comes through the door presents a new set of challenges, I suppose.
Thank you! Definitely, each one gives me something new, though this one was probably the worst keyboard I've brought in condition wise so it came with a truckload lol
I decided to watch this video in the hope that it would confirm something I’ve thought for a while, that even having a stage piano in this state of disrepair was a better choice than having a suitcase piano in a state of disrepair. I had one that only worked from the time I acquired it in October 2000 until nine months later when its amplifier stopped working. I could never get it back up and going. When I finally sold it in September 2004, I had an inward fantasy of succeeding it with a stage piano. I’m not sure I agree about the extra 15 keys only taking up room, but you have made a point about whether they are necessary or not.
Sorry, Emma. I went back and reread it, and I realize why it didn’t make sense. I wrote it with voice input on a tablet that is kind of faulty, and the voice input misinterpreted every other word I said. (I should have proof read it.) I think I’ve cleaned it up so it might make better sense
@@Shred_The_Weapon Haha all good, it makes a lot more sense now. Gigging wise I don't believe the suitcase is worth the extra manpower for most, but I'd chose one anyday over a Stage if it wasn't going to be moved. The amps in those definitely do like to be temperamental sometimes lol
Even before I took ownership of the one I played for those nine months,@@analogemma, it already was having problems. The tremolo circuit was shot. Also, the amp end of the power cable was kind of loose. I wish I could have grabbed the Stage 73 Mark II piano that was in the music dept. of my high school, even after what I said above about desiring the full piano range. I would’ve loved plugging that one into whatever stereo effects I’ve ever gotten my hands on since the late 90s came and went.
Thank you! Definitely tricky at times but not as pricey as you'd think! The initial cost is the largest but repairs aren't too bad; thanks for watching!
Hey Emma- currently undertaking a similar project. How did you clean the pick ups- yours look great after the work- mine have some surface patina- would like to get them to clean.
Where would you recommend someone start off with restoring/improving the action on a Rhodes? From what I can tell from watching a bunch of videos, I'm mechanically capable of doing it ... but it would also be my first time working on a Rhodes 😬I'm inclined to go directly to the miracle bump mod, and do the screws & grommets on the tone bars at the same time.
Tone bar grommets and screws are usually my step one. Bump mod is good as well but you'll need to make sure the key dip is set to where it should be before you do the mod or it will be inconsistent across the board. If you do all that I mentioned though most Rhodes should be good to go, other than tuning and voicing.
I can't believe what a great channel this is. Thanks for being a terrific host and sharing. Cheers
Wow, thank you so much!!
@@analogemma My pleasure. Tinkering is what I have done all my life so it is refreshing to see your fine troubleshooting skills. It is a calling. Cheers
All your hard work REALLY paid off! That is a GORGEOUS-SOUNDING 73! You captured the mellowness that a Rhodes deserves.
Wow, this comment made my day; thank you
Great channel Emma! Be sure to try out the new Official Rhodes replacement parts if you need the most authentic and innovative replacement parts- from the source- Rhodes.
Thanks! Where would one find this place online?
Just starting a restoration of a 73 MK one and your information was super helpful. Thank you.
I'm super glad!! If you have any questions, you can shoot me a DM on insta @Emmarepairs
Wow, that was a larger refurbish job than I ever tackled. But back when I worked on Rhodes pianos, one in decent shape would sell for $100. Something as decomposed as what you started with would probably just be thrown away. Of all my Rhodes pianos, my favorite is this early 70s Mark I 73. Harold Rhodes himself told me he thought the 73 sounded better than the 88. Thanks for the video. Cheers.
yea it probably should have been LOL but if it did then I wouldn't have one! :)) Also--you've met Harold??
When I got my first Rhodes (an 88), I didn't know anything about how they worked. I somehow found a phone number for a Harold Rhodes located in southern CA. I called and asked if he was *the* Harold Rhodes and we talked for about an hour. At that time he was trying to get back the rights to the Rhodes name and produce a new Mark version. He was super nice and mailed me a Service Manual for my piano. He also mentioned that he thought his pianos sounded better when they were stretch tuned, so of course I always stretch tuned every Rhodes I owned. 🙂
LOL that's crazy. He's definitely right about the stretch, and the 88 sounds for that matter. Thanks Steven!
Awesome Emma!I just discovered your channel and subbed. I am not as fortunate to own all of those awesome electromechanical keyboards but I find it interesting to watch them in action! keep it up
Thank you! I am very fortunate to be able to experience all of these in person, and hopefully help out others who might need help with them down the road :)
Sounds nice! I honestly never knew a tech could actually have so much after-manufacture control over voicing between bark/bell. I learned something today! 🐱
Also seems like it was a big learning project for you! Then again, each instrument that comes through the door presents a new set of challenges, I suppose.
Thank you! Definitely, each one gives me something new, though this one was probably the worst keyboard I've brought in condition wise so it came with a truckload lol
I decided to watch this video in the hope that it would confirm something I’ve thought for a while, that even having a stage piano in this state of disrepair was a better choice than having a suitcase piano in a state of disrepair. I had one that only worked from the time I acquired it in October 2000 until nine months later when its amplifier stopped working. I could never get it back up and going. When I finally sold it in September 2004, I had an inward fantasy of succeeding it with a stage piano. I’m not sure I agree about the extra 15 keys only taking up room, but you have made a point about whether they are necessary or not.
I’m gonna be honest, this whole paragraph made very little sense to me-an n-word fantasy?
Sorry, Emma. I went back and reread it, and I realize why it didn’t make sense. I wrote it with voice input on a tablet that is kind of faulty, and the voice input misinterpreted every other word I said. (I should have proof read it.) I think I’ve cleaned it up so it might make better sense
@@Shred_The_Weapon Haha all good, it makes a lot more sense now. Gigging wise I don't believe the suitcase is worth the extra manpower for most, but I'd chose one anyday over a Stage if it wasn't going to be moved. The amps in those definitely do like to be temperamental sometimes lol
Even before I took ownership of the one I played for those nine months,@@analogemma, it already was having problems. The tremolo circuit was shot. Also, the amp end of the power cable was kind of loose. I wish I could have grabbed the Stage 73 Mark II piano that was in the music dept. of my high school, even after what I said above about desiring the full piano range. I would’ve loved plugging that one into whatever stereo effects I’ve ever gotten my hands on since the late 90s came and went.
Lots of respect. I know how tricky ( and expensive) refurbs on Rhodes can be.
Thank you! Definitely tricky at times but not as pricey as you'd think! The initial cost is the largest but repairs aren't too bad; thanks for watching!
As always, brilliant content!
Thank you so much!
wow, great job! I also have a beat up old Mark 1 so thanks for all the tips.
Thank you!! I'm glad you enjoyed :)
Great, Emma. Thanks for the info.
You're welcome, thanks for watching!
Hey Emma- currently undertaking a similar project. How did you clean the pick ups- yours look great after the work- mine have some surface patina- would like to get them to clean.
Hi Kevin, I used a Dremel with a wire wheel attachment, it was pretty easy from there; just make sure you get all the shavings
@@analogemma thanks Emma- useful to know.
Where would you recommend someone start off with restoring/improving the action on a Rhodes? From what I can tell from watching a bunch of videos, I'm mechanically capable of doing it ... but it would also be my first time working on a Rhodes 😬I'm inclined to go directly to the miracle bump mod, and do the screws & grommets on the tone bars at the same time.
Tone bar grommets and screws are usually my step one. Bump mod is good as well but you'll need to make sure the key dip is set to where it should be before you do the mod or it will be inconsistent across the board. If you do all that I mentioned though most Rhodes should be good to go, other than tuning and voicing.
@@analogemma thank you so much! Love your channel and your videos!
@@starkindlerus Thank you!
Do you have a Casio CZ 101? ❤😘🌹 Happy Holidays 🎉
Nope! Happy Holidays!
@@analogemma that's ok ❤️ thank you 🌹
Where did you get your leg replacements?
Depends who has them in stock. Either Vintage Vibe, CV Keys , or Vintage Gear
@@analogemmathanks! I’ll check them out.
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@@analogemma 😂😂typical expression of northern Spain.
Traslated into english It would be AMAZING.
Im sorry😅
@@estudioacme4252 LOL thanks
I re voice my Rhodes probably every three or four weeks 😅😅😅
LOL as you should
Have you ever thought of training as a piano technician / tuner ? You could earn decent money from that !
Haha I'm a full time self employed piano tech / tuner :)
Do you have a favourite make of Acoustic piano? Did you train with either of the American brands ie Mason and Hamlyn or Steinway ?
@kvstrevettmusic5140 Sorry I just saw this lmao--I've never seen a bad Yamaha GC3, probably that. And not yet, one day I'd like to make the trip