A Heritage of Precision and Performance
William Hughes has been manufacturing piano strings for over two centuries, a legacy that reinforces the depth of our expertise in wire technology. While our modern production is now predominantly focused on high-specification industrial components for the automotive, aerospace and medical sectors, our piano string manufacturing remains a proud part of our heritage and technical capability.
We continue to supply specialist string wire to instrument manufacturers and restorers who value not only the quality of the product but have the option to partner with a UK-based piano string manufacturer with expertise in the understanding of material, temper and tone.
A UK Supplier of Piano Strings Since 1790
Since our founding in 1790, William Hughes has evolved alongside the demands of industry but our work in the musical wire sector has remained consistent. Whether you require a standard gauge or a custom formulation, we can support specialist orders with full attention to metallurgical quality, coiling precision and tonal behaviour.
Our piano string products are typically used in:
- Upright and grand piano manufacture
- Period instrument restoration projects
- Specialist music wire applications
- Small-batch, made-to-measure string supply
In maintaining this product line, we believe that musical craftsmanship deserves the same technical respect and care as any advanced industrial component. We value the long-standing relationships we’ve built in this niche sector which are as important as our high-volume, global partnerships. We stay true to the values of consistency, service, and quality that piano builders have relied on for generations.
Contact us to discuss your piano string requirements or to find out more about our capabilities in wire form and specialist manufacturing.