I doubt it is so much out of tune as it is low on pressure; Calliopes run on steam rather than air or vacuum, and low steam pressure (due perhaps to leaks or safety requirements) makes them sound just like this.
@KMacKellerann Pressure is definitely the problem here. I think that that's the reason the player has to play so fast. I'm thinking it's probably a regulator issue, like a busted baffle plate.
@inn22 I agree but the chances of finding someone with the knowledge & skill are probably slim. I also imagine the cost being exorbitant. It's still cool to see an original calliope being played.
I doubt it is so much out of tune as it is low on pressure; Calliopes run on steam rather than air or vacuum, and low steam pressure (due perhaps to leaks or safety requirements) makes them sound just like this.
KMacKellerann 2 months ago
@KMacKellerann Pressure is definitely the problem here. I think that that's the reason the player has to play so fast. I'm thinking it's probably a regulator issue, like a busted baffle plate.
LouisvilleTorn8o 1 month ago
Can't a pipe organ tuner tune this? expensive I know.
bigskip2121 3 months ago
really out of tune.
Chivalryaintdead 3 months ago
accidental satire
cannabudsguru 4 months ago
On this day, in 1855, James Stoddard first patented the Steam Calliope. Circus would never be the same.
GuerinBarry 4 months ago
The sound depends on the temperature of the steam so it's really hard for anyone to tune a steam calliope.
Tevlek 5 months ago
Some expert needs to tune this calliope - I suspect there are not many calliope tuners around anymore.
Xangman1302 8 months ago 5
A little sour, but cool...well, kind of sad actually. LOL
randommagnum 1 year ago
The song is the sidewalks of new york. greenfeild village carosuel plays it.
anglerfly 2 years ago
This instrument needs tuned very badly!
inn22 2 years ago 6
@inn22 I agree but the chances of finding someone with the knowledge & skill are probably slim. I also imagine the cost being exorbitant. It's still cool to see an original calliope being played.
kerry5101971 1 month ago
Dave SaLoutos playing ,..Thanks 4 posting this ,,,...:)
SteamCalliope44 2 years ago