Tuning
A careful, by-ear tune that brings every string back into harmony, so your piano sounds the way it should.
Piano tuning & repair/Dunedin, NZ
A little care.
A beautiful
sound.
Bring your piano back to its best. Personal tuning and repairs from James, in your home, hall or venue across Dunedin and wider Otago.
A familiar face. Expert hands.Meet James, your local piano technician ↗15+ years
tuning experience
Dunedin-based
local & reliable
Homes & halls
schools, churches, venues
Upfront quotes
no surprises
The Diagnosis
Whatever your piano needs, we'll treat it with care
From a routine tune to bringing a long-forgotten hall piano back to life.
01 02 Pitch Raise & Correction
For pianos that have drifted well below pitch after years without a tune. We bring it back up safely, in stages.
03 Minor Regulation
Small adjustments to the action so every key feels even and responds the way your fingers expect.
04 Repairs
Broken strings replaced, sticking keys freed, and loose or rattling action parts tightened.
05 Piano Revival
Halls, churches and schools: if a piano has sat unplayed for years, we'll get it performance-ready for your event.
Meet the Doctor
Hi, I'm James.
I've spent more than 15 years tuning and repairing pianos, from family uprights that have been passed down through generations to concert grands in Dunedin's halls and churches.
I know a piano is often more than an instrument. It holds memories. When I come into your home, I'll take my time, explain what I'm doing in plain English, and treat your piano as carefully as if it were my own.
When you get in touch, you'll always talk to me directly. No call centre, no middleman, just honest advice from someone who loves what they do.
— James, PianoMD
Say hello to James
A little care. A beautiful sound.
How It Works
Three simple steps
No complicated booking systems. Just a conversation.
- 1
Get in touch
Call, text, message or email, whichever suits you. You'll always deal with the technician directly.
- 2
A quick diagnosis chat
A few simple questions about your piano: its age, when it was last tuned, and anything that sounds or feels off.
- 3
Your quote & booking
You'll get a clear, honest quote and an explanation of the work, then we'll find a time that suits you.
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long does a tuning take?
Most jobs take about 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on the condition of the piano and whether it needs any repairs. You'll know what to expect before we arrive.
How often should my piano be tuned?
For most home pianos, once a year is ideal. If it's played a lot, or lives in a room that changes temperature with the seasons, twice a year keeps it sounding its best. Dunedin's cold, damp winters and heat pumps can make strings drift faster than you'd think.
My piano hasn't been played in years. Is it worth saving?
Very often, yes. Many older pianos just need a pitch raise and a little attention to come back to life. After a quick chat about its condition, we'll give you an honest opinion. If it isn't worth the money, we'll tell you.
Why aren't your prices listed online?
Every piano is different. A recently tuned piano needs far less work than one that's been sitting for twenty years. A short chat lets us give you an accurate quote up front, so there are no surprises on the day.
Do I need to do anything before you arrive?
Just clear anything off the top of the piano and, if possible, keep the room fairly quiet while we work. That's it. You're welcome to stay and watch, too.
Do you travel outside Dunedin?
Yes. We're based in Dunedin and work across the city every week, and we also travel throughout wider Otago. Let us know where you are and we'll include any travel in your quote.
Book a Tuning
Ready to bring your piano back to life?
Book online in a couple of minutes. We'll show you the times that fit around where James will already be. Or get in touch whichever way suits you.
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