4.3 Master Tuning
When playing in ensemble with other instruments, you can adjust the
Middle A (“A4”) is generally used for adjusting the tuning of the instruments. When playing in ensemble with other instruments, tune each instrument to the same reference pitch. “440Hz” is the
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Sounding the A4 note
While tuning, it is of utmost importance to compare the
That is why there are six keys that allows you to sound the A4 note. These are the first six keys in the tuning range indicated on p. 12:
Press these keys to sound the
A4 note.
Lowering/ raising the reference pitch
The following keys (“G1” and “G#1”) can be used for lowering or raising the
Higher
Returning to 440Hz
Press the “A1” key on the keyboard.
Return to 440Hz
The reference pitch will be set to 440.0 Hz. This is the most commonly used setting.
Setting the reference pitch to 442Hz straight away
“442Hz” is a popular tuning pitch for concert grands. Rather than trying to set it using the “G1” and “G#1” keys, you can press the “A#1” key to select that tuning right away:
Select 442Hz
The standard pitch will be set to 442Hz, and all other notes will change accordingly.
Lower
Press the “G1” note to lower the reference pitch, or the “G#1” note to raise it.
Each time you press the “G1” key, the pitch will fall by
0.1Hz. If you continue holding the key, the pitch will continue falling.
Each time you press the “G#1” key, the pitch will rise by 0.1 Hz. If you continue holding the key, the pitch will continue rising.
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