Lachenal New Model Tt Progress

[Mike Pierceall]

Initial inspection of the Lachenal TT shows it to be in relatively good cosmetic condition. The keys and bushings needed cleaning and polishing only. The 7-fold bellows appear to be in like-new condition but stiff from lack of use. I replaced the valves for obvious reasons. The instrument had been stored on it's end. I've yet to replace the pads except for a couple that needed immediate attention. It had been re-tuned to A440. I made a new case for it as it arrived without one. It is the one on the right, next to my Lachenal New Model extended treble.

[Mike Pierceall]

More progress to report regarding repairs to the Lachenal New Model TT I've been working on for several weeks. A round of tuning and sound check can be viewed here: There is also a link in the description to my tuning jig. Mike

[4to5to6]

Any updates on restoration? I listen to your YouTube video and it sounds great? Thanks. I am searching for a TT now and would definetely consider a New Model. Thanks for the info. John

[Mike Pierceall]

Any updates on restoration? I listen to your YouTube video and it sounds great? Thanks. I am searching for a TT now and would definetely consider a New Model. Thanks for the info. John

Since my last post I've lowered the low D# to a B and have done some fine tuning overall. I also cut a new reed. That's the latest. Mike