Dampers

Bass dampers of a Steinway K upright piano

The mechanism in a piano action used to mute or dampen a sustaining note, usually by means of felt contacting the string, tine or reed.

See Dampers (Rhodes)
See Dampers (Wurlitzer)
See Dampers (Acoustic Piano)

In a Hohner Clavinets and Pianets, the system of damping the sound works differently. See Yarn (Clavinet) and Sticky Pads (Pianet)

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