David Martin in Fetteresso, Stonehaven
David Martin
David Martin has just completely overhauled a beloved but neglected piano which had been in store for many years. It was in very poor condition and I expected it to be deemed beyond repair, however David was reluctant to write it off, hopeful that after a drying out period it could be successfully tuned. His optimism paid off and he spent several hours patiently bringing my piano back to life, even polishing the pedals and keys, checking the woodwork, and making the castors work. He played various pieces of music to me, demonstrating my piano’s range. I am overjoyed with the result. In the process I learnt about my piano’s heritage and we discovered a delightful connection between my piano and David’s apprenticeship. He is a one off. A highly skilled craftsman with a huge passion and talent for his work, yet very unassuming and thoughtful. Don’t hesitate to entrust your piano to his care.
Such a lovely man, so enthusiastic about his work. David helped source the piano for us when our children were at primary school and learning to play. Over the years he has tuned it and always enthuses about its sound. Recently we took the decision to sell and with David’s help a lovely family got in touch and we’re pleased to say it will soon be moving on to a new home where it will hopefully continue to give many years of pleasure. I have no hesitation in recommending his services to all.
Our family have been using David Martin's services for over 30 years, for piano tuning and repair and also for help finding pianos to buy. He is fantastic! I once used another piano tuner when I moved into in Aberdeen, who used an electric tuner and made my piano sound absolutely awful. Needless to say I never made that mistake again! David Martin is an artist who will get the best sound your piano can make.
For several years David Martin tuned our piano and provided an excellent service.
We recently put our piano up for sale and were delighted, with the help of David, that the piano went to a good home. A truly professional and honest gentleman and would have no hesitation in recommending him. S Grant