Precision tuning and prep for pianos that need to sound flawless—every take, every track.
Why Recording Pianos Can’t Be “Just Okay”
A producer in South Salt Lake recently booked us before a two-day jazz session. He thought the studio piano was “mostly fine”—until the first playback revealed a harsh upper register and a weird “bite” in a few chords. We tuned it to A440, softened a few hammers, adjusted voicing across the middle range, and by the end of the session, the artist said, “This sounds like a different piano.”
That’s the reality of recording session tuning: microphones don’t lie. What might pass in a rehearsal room becomes painfully obvious in the control room.
What Makes Recording Session Tuning Different?
Pianos for live performance and practice need to sound good in the room. Pianos for recording need to sound good in headphones, reference monitors, and mixes—often under extreme scrutiny.
Our service includes:
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Concert pitch tuning (A440) across all registers
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Voicing adjustments for balance and color
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Action assessment to minimize mechanical noise (especially important under mics)
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On-site fine tuning after mic placement if needed
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Consultation with producer or artist preferences (bright vs. mellow, etc.)
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Optional follow-up tuning on multi-day sessions
We’ve worked with upright and grand pianos in studios, churches, theaters, and even mobile rigs.
Ideal for These Sessions:
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Classical, jazz, or solo piano recordings
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Acoustic singer-songwriter sessions
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Film scoring and orchestral beds
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Pop, indie, or lo-fi tracks with acoustic piano
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Remote session work where stems must match perfectly
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Studio clients who haven’t tuned in over 6 months
Our Service Area
We provide recording session tuning throughout Salt Lake County and surrounding areas, including:
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Salt Lake City
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Holladay
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Draper
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Park City
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Provo
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Millcreek
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Ogden
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South Salt Lake
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Sandy
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West Jordan
Whether it’s a professional studio or a home tracking room, we’ll get your piano sounding mic-ready.
What Artists & Engineers Are Saying
“They came the day before the session and again the morning of—dialed in every register. The result was smooth, consistent tone on every take.”
— Jake B., producer, Provo
“I thought the piano sounded fine until I heard it in the mix. Their tuning made it so much more usable—and I didn’t have to fight it with EQ.”
— Sarah K., indie artist, Millcreek
“You don’t realize how sensitive a condenser mic is until it picks up hammer noise. These guys knew exactly what to tweak.”
— David L., recording engineer, Holladay
Flexible Scheduling Around Your Session
We know sessions can run long or shift last-minute. That’s why we offer:
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Early morning or evening appointments
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Emergency pre-session checkups
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On-call tuning for multi-day recordings
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Flexible coordination with studio managers or artists
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On-location prep for both uprights and grands
Get a Free Quote for Recording Session Tuning
Whether you need one-time prep or multi-day support, we’ll get you a fast, no-pressure estimate.
👉 https://www.tetonmusic.com/pages/schedule-utah-piano-tuners
Or call us directly at 801.808.9396 to talk through your recording timeline and studio setup.
The Final Mix Starts with the Right Tuning
If you’re paying for studio time, hiring musicians, or tracking your next big release, the last thing you want is a flat or inconsistent piano tone. Let’s make sure it’s right—before you hit record.
🎶 Book your recording session piano tuning at TetonMusic.com or call 801.808.9396 today.