Would any one know the _best_ way to soundproof a player piano suction
box?  I know there is soundproofing material but the only thing I see
is for a room or studio in large quantity.  I have tried wrapping foam
padding and fiberglass around it but it doesn't help much.  Thanks.

Matthew Parvash

 [ The best and most effective soundproofing method is to place the
 [ vacuum pump, of whatever form, in an outbuilding such as an external
 [ garage that's not connected to the building with the instrument.
 [ Otherwise you should replace the noisy turbine unit with a quiet
 [ slow-speed bellows pump, such as was originally installed in all
 [ high quality electric player pianos.  -- Robbie